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Projects Based on Solar Energy
Large scale photovoltaic arrays are based on solar energy.ULTRA.F/Digital Vision/Getty ImagesSolar energy projects frequently convert the power of the sun into either electrical signals or concentrated heat via photovoltaic cells or glass which concentrates the sun's rays. Solar energy...
How to Fill Gaps in Oak Flooring
Gapping between oak floor boards is common. Gapping is caused by changes in seasonal climate or humidity. For instance, in winter, the relative humidity is generally lower, and floorboards will shrink, which will result in gaps. During summer, the opposite effect occurs when humidity increases. Cons
DIY Textured Walls
Plain walls are fine for most decor, but every once in a while you might want to add a little more interest to a room or want to emphasize the theme. Texturing the walls sometimes helps with this. Adding an old plaster-like finish is a way of highlighting a southwest, Italian or Victorian style. App
How to Calculate Roofing Nails
Roofing nails secure shingles to the roof sheeting during the reroofing process. Before you start your reroofing project, you'll need to accurately estimate the number of roofing nails needed. With a few straightforward mathematical calculations, you can estimate the number of roofing nails you'll n
How to Cut a 6-Inch Hole
In many building projects, getting parts and holes of the perfect size is essential. Having an ideal fit of pieces often requires cutting holes to exact dimensions. Make a perfect, 6-inch hole in any material using a flexible measuring technique and maneuverable cutting method, allowing you to get t
Looped Carpet Types
Berber is an example of a looped carpet.woolen carpet texture image by Tolbxela from Fotolia.comLooped carpet refers to the type of carpet that features woven carpet yarn loops that adhere to the carpet backing. The loop portion of the yarn is on top of the carpet, creating texture and...
How to Work With Slate Flooring Tile That Is Not Square
Ungauged slate tiles are an inexpensive floor covering that is gaining fans for use in many applications. These tiles have a cleft finish on both sides, along with missing corners, voids or gaps in the surface and uneven edges. Installing these tiles so that they are level and the grout
DIY Block Basement Wall Waterproofing Using Foam Injection
Cracks in a basement wall will eventually allow moisture to seep into the basement. If left unattended, the cracks will grow larger and deteriorate to a point where you must call a professional to complete very expensive repairs. You can use polyurethane foam injection to repair vertical cracks that
How to Brace a Self-Standing Pergola
A pergola is very much like an arbor that supports the roof of a trellis. Pergolas are practical in that they provide a shaded area for a backyard or garden. They are also the ideal structure to allow climbing plants to grow on to enhance the look of a garden or outdoor area. There are a lot of diff
Specifications of a Mustang MTL16
The Mustang Track Loader 16 is a machine used for digging, loading and carrying construction material.loader 1 image by Jim Parkin from Fotolia.comThe Mustang Track Loader 16 (MTL 16) is a vehicle used in the construction industry for digging, loading and carrying material. MTL 16 is a...
How to Measure for Hardwood Flooring Bundles
Buying hardwood flooring for an installation can be a delicate process. If you get too much, it's an unnecessary expense and may leave you with the added task of storing or disposing of the excess. If you get too little, the project may be delayed as you order more and you may find the new order com
How to Calculate Shape Factor
Shape factor is a material science engineering term related to the compression or deflection of a material when a load is applied to the material per its given shape. The shape factor basically indicates what effect the shape of an object has on how much the object will deform when pressure is appli
How to Transition Tile to Wood
Some floor-tiling projects go from wall to wall in all directions, so you don't have to dress out the end of the tiled area. But if the tiles end mid-floor and transition to wood (say, for a tiled entryway), you will be left with unfinished tile edges exposed on the wood floor. The solution is bulln
How to Tell When a Butane Lighter Is Filled
The butane for refillable lighters uses compressed air to force the butane from the can into the lighter. During the filling process, air becomes trapped in the lighter. Before refilling the butane lighter, it is necessary to purge the air from the lighter. This helps to tell when a butane lighter i
How to Find Old Mobile Home Parts
Mobile homes are manufactured houses which are not constructed of brick and mortar or concrete blocks. Because mobile homes are built on a steel frame with wood framing, there is an element of wear greater than that of a traditional home. Mobile homes are considered personal property and unlike real
How to Choose Floor Tile
Choosing floor tile may sound as simple as choosing the color you want. Unfortunately, it usually isn't that easy. A lot of things should be included in before an informed flooring decision can be made.
How to Cut Fiberboard for Ceramic Tile
Fiberboard for ceramic tile is a commonly used backings for tiling jobs. Similar to ceramic backerboard, ceramic tile fiberboard is durable, moisture resistant, easy to install and provides a level plane for tiling. You can use fiberboard as a stand-alone substrate or as a second layer on top of a c
How to Lay Ceramic Floor Tiles
Both glazed ceramic and quarry tiles can be laid directly over a concrete floor, as long as it is sound and dry. They can also be laid on a suspended timber floor if it is strong enough to support the not inconsiderable extra weight (check this with a building surveyor).
Bungalow Decor in the 1920s
The 1920s experienced great upheaval as an era and the architecture was no exception. Free from the austerity of the war and weary from a glut of mass-produced furniture, a new design style was born -- the Arts and Crafts style. This style returned to nature for inspiration in decorating the Crafts