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How to Install Engineered Flooring Over Vinyl
Engineered wood flooring can in installed in various ways, depending on the flooring system you're using. If you've got an old vinyl floor that you want to cover with wood, a glueless floating floor may be your best option. The engineered boards snap tightly together to create the new floor, but are
The Average Cost of a Loft Conversion
A loft conversion typically involves remodeling an unfinished attic space in a home into a variety of uses such as an extra bedroom, a separate apartment for older children or renters, or extra storage. Loft conversion construction costs vary widely on the uses of the space, materials and complexity
Can You Tile Over VCT?
Cheap, durable vinyl composition tile, or VCT, is a common flooring choice for hospitals, schools, department stores and other high-traffic commercial locations. VCT is not common in homes, but it isn't unheard of. If you have VCT flooring in your home or business and want to lay new tile, the type
How to Insulate a Basement Joist
By adding insulation between the exposed floor space you can warm your toes on those cold nights but also put more money back into your own pocket. The government recommends a minimal of a R-19 in the crawlspace or basement ceiling. The R value is the insulation's value to resist heat flow. The do i
How to Read a Drawing Plan With Details
At first glance drawings often appear complex and difficult to read, but with some basic knowledge of how building components are represented it becomes easier to understand how drawings are composed. Understanding the notation used for specific building elements makes reading plans and details a l
Home Theater Design Hints
A home theater should be carefully planned before installing.open/close image by Charly from Fotolia.comDesigning and installing a home theater can be a complicated home improvement project. Take care to carefully consider your needs, budget and available space before beginning work. ...
How to Remove the Cover From a Sunbeam Mixmaster Mixer Model 2366
The Sunbeam Mixmaster model 2366 is a 275-watt stand mixer with 12 speed settings. The motor and other components are located beneath the outer cover. In some situations, such as for cleaning or repair, the outer cover must be removed in order to access the interior parts of the unit. The job is fai
Will Cork Flooring Support a Refrigerator?
Cork flooring feels soft under your feet compared to many other flooring options. It has the ability to spring back from compression because it contains millions of tiny air cells that deflate when under pressure and reinflate when the pressure is removed. This springiness means that cork can safely
How to Choose the Correct Grade of Carpet
Buying new carpeting can be a confusing experience. Carpeting comes in many materials from many manufacturers, in a variety of grades and colors. Salespeople can be aggressive, making promises that no type of carpeting can really fulfill. The best way to begin your carpet-buying excursion is to educ
Removing Ink From Vinyl Flooring
WarningWhatever you do, stay away from ammonia. Ammonia may seem like a strong agent that will get anything up. However, it won't clean up a mess without leaving destruction behind. Using ammonia will cause discoloration to your vinyl flooring, and it may even cause it to thin...
How to Vent Flat Roofs
Adding a flat roof ventilating system allows for air movement and combustion release in conjunction with attic cavity ventilation. Roof vents cool the house in summer and prevent ice dams in winter, so venting a flat roof is very important. Ventilating systems vent moisture that finds its way from t
How to Build a Wood Footpath
A wooden path can add a whole new level of beauty to your yard or garden. But you don't have to spend big money to have a nice path. With some minor labor and planning, you can build your own in less than a day's time.
DIY Wood Floor Repair
Wood floors can last for decades if you maintain them well, but even the best cared for floor will start to look dull over time. This is due to small scratches and foot traffic wearing away at the finish. The only way to repair the floor and restore its original look is to fix the scratches and refi
How to Calculate Floor Load Capacity
Many of the structural calculations involved in wood-frame construction are relatively simple. Naturally, there is no substitute for a professional engineer when you are faced with complicated or uncommon structural problems, but basic load-bearing calculations are well within the capabilities of ma
How to Disguise Vents in a Basement Ceiling
If you have a vent on your basement ceiling that sticks out too noticeably, you will want to find a way to disguise it and let it blend in. Since covering up the vent is usually out of the question, the easiest fix is to paint the vent the same shade as the wall around it. This will disguise the ven
How to Make A Survival Kit For Your Home, On A Budget
We all need an emergency kit, just n case. You never know what might happen, a Tornado, Hurricane, Flood, Fire, or any natural disaster. Most of us are on a budget, but we still need a survival kit prepared.
DIY Tuscan Kitchen
Kitchens are often the hub of a home, so their decoration is especially important. There are many different ways to design kitchens from country farmhouse to ultra-modern. One type of kitchen décor that is particularly warm and welcoming is a Tuscan kitchen style. These wonderful kitchens inc
Do It Yourself: Denture Reline
When your dentures become uncomfortable it may be time to reline them. Dentures can develop sore spots on the gums or can become loose and slip when you are talking or eating. As of 2011 dentists charge between $100 and $300 for relining and you will be without your dentures for a couple of days. A
How to Reuse Ceramic Tile
The recycling of ceramic tiles provides the opportunity to restore antique, rare or unique tiles. The process is tedious and time-consuming and can't be considered cost-effective if duplicate ceramic tiles are readily available or if time is not an issue. Some tiles may become damaged regardless of
How to Arrange a Small Living Room
Once you have moved to a new home, it is time to decorate the interior. The same furniture does not work for every space. Big spaces need to be filled with tables and furniture, while smaller spaces need the necessities and not much more. Even if you have very limited space, it is still possible to