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Architecture : Home & Garden
Adding Trim to the Doors of Cabinets
Adding trim to the doors of cabinets is a quick way to give a space an instant facelift. Updating cabinets with trim is a project even novice woodworkers can attempt, and requires only basic items and tools. With some tips and know-how, this project can be simple and rewarding.
What Glue Should One Use With 24 Inch Ceramic Tile?
Using the right glue for a tiling project is essential for long-lasting, good looking tiles. When 24 inch tiles are used the proper glue is even more important. However, there are more considerations than just size in choosing the correct glue for 24 inch tiles. It is also important to look at the s
How to Adjust the Floor Vents in Your House
Most homes have heating vents in the floor or baseboard area of each room. The floor vents distribute warm or cold air to the room, depending on what season it is. Sometimes a particular room may stay too warm or too cold compared to the rest of the home. It may become necessary to adjust the floor
Remodel Ideas for a Small House
You can make your home especially appealing even if your space is particularly small.home sweet home image by David Dorner from Fotolia.comRemodeling a home that has limited space is challenging, but you can employ plenty of tricks to make your rooms look larger and more appealing....
Tips on Restoring Hardwood Floors
Hardwood floors can last for many decades. They provide a hard, yet shock-absorbent surface to walk on. The floor's wood grain adds beauty to the room, and the wood tone adds warmth to what rests upon it. Over time, traffic and heavy use cause hardwood floors to lose their luster, fade or gain scrat
How to Install Inside Doors
Updating the look of your home may be as simple as installing some new inside doors. There are three types of inside doors: hollow doors, doors with a wood-fiber core and solid wood doors. Hollow doors are molded, and many are finished to look like real wood. They are lightweight, but they are not i
Attic Projects
An attic, like a basement or a garage, often ends up as the dumping ground for all those seasonal goods, lightly used clothing and other household clutter. Approach your attic renovation as a series of products with the end goal of making the most of your attic space through an efficient storage sys
How to Remodel Half Bathrooms
Because half bathrooms are small, remodeling these spaces provides special challenges. Half bath remodeling projects must emphasize practical functionality coupled with space-saving tricks and tips. With the right knowledge, you can get the most use out of your half bathroom while also retaining a c
How to Install Water Line Tile
Water line tiles go on the top part of swimming pool walls, so that the surface of the water meets the tiles. The water hides all the exposed swimming pool material so that you only see tiles and water from above the pool. Tiles make a swimming pool look more finished and keep it cleaner so it's eas
How to Update Ceramic Tile Floors
If you have a ceramic tile floor that's structurally fine with all the tiles intact but looks dull and old, you may just need to add a new shine to it. The easiest way to update a ceramic tile floor without replacing it is to gloss it to mimic the original baked-on glaze. You can't bake new glaze on
How to Install a Drop Down Navbar in Blogger
If you want to make your blog stand out from the pack, you'll need to customize it. You can do this by picking or creating a template no one is using, or by editing the HTML code to allow custom widgets, such as a drop down navigation bar. In order to customize the Navbar, you'll need to be experien
How to Calculate the Cost of a Flat Roof
Calculating the cost of a flat roof varies according to the material, size of the roof, the removal of the existing roof, the time of year you are replacing or adding the roof and in what region of the country you're working. Several online calculators can help you calculate the cost of a roof, but
How to Cover a Gap on an Exterior Door
An exterior door can let a lot of air pass in and out, making it hard to regulate your home's internal temperature. When you find gaps around the door frame, where the door doesn't fit tightly against the wood surrounding it, there are several types of weatherstripping options you can use to cover g
Farm House Kitchen Ideas
Decorating the kitchen of a farm house creates an opportunity to combine the nostalgic elements of yesteryear with the natural world, while flowers, animals and household gadgets take center stage. A farmhouse color scheme is clean, crisp and easily adapted to several collector themes.
How to Install Floor Insulation
If you have the time and energy for an insulation project, it will benefit you greatly down the line. By insulating your floors you will cut down on energy costs and also prevent drafts. In the case of a new construction project, this job can be simple. However, older homes require you to access the
How to Choose a Soffit and Fascia
Soffits are thin boards with vents in them that run along the underside of the roof. They assist with ventilating the attic by drawing up fresh air into the home. Fascia boards are long, thin boards that cover the front of the roof and soffits, thus improving the home’s appearance. Soffits and
How to Improve a Wet Basement
Many problems can arise from a wet basement. Often times, insects and other pests are attracted to the wet area and can infest your home. Rot and mold are other common problems that come with a wet basement. Also consider your personal belongings, which can be destroyed by water damage. Improving yo
How to Install a Bathroom Cabinet Handle
Installing a bathroom cabinet handle is a job most do-it-yourselfers can easily accomplish. If you're replacing an old knob, remove it and attach the new one with a screwdriver. However, if you're putting handles on a new cabinet, there are a few more steps.
How to Apply a Rubber Roof
Flat roofs are a hallmark of architectural design in the American Southwest. If you're living in a Santa Fe style or Pueblo style home with a flat roof, you will eventually need to apply a new coat of protective covering to prevent leaks. In the old days, that meant hot tar. Today, however, many bu
How to Sketch a Tree
Trees do so much more than provide shade and greenery, they help to shape our landscape, acting as points of texture, security and the variety of their species. If you're a beginning sketch artist, sketching a tree is essential if you ever plan on portraying a landscape fully and realistically. Whil