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How to Dissolve Polyurethane on a Floor
Polyurethane glue adheres well to wood, metal and stone flooring. This glue type reacts to moisture in the air when drying, which causes it to expand. Glue expansion is important when preventing tiny crevices from forming in floor joints or materials glued to flooring. Often, homeowners want to diss
How to Paint Plaster Walls
In homes built before 1960, interior walls employed a combination of lath and plaster. In many older homes, these walls are still in existence and are in good enough condition to repaint. However, there are some considerations when preparing a plaster wall for paint. If you want to paint the plaster
Bookshelves & Room Dividers Ideas
Space is often at a premium inside a home, so you may need to divide a large room into two areas to get multiple uses out of it. While you can use decorative screens or curtain panels to divide a room, bookshelves make effective, attractive room dividers as well. They are also more versatile than tr
The Best Type of Flooring for Foundation Problems
When a foundation starts to settle, over time it can cause problems for a house's floors.r??novation de fa?¡ìade 9 image by Nathalie P from Fotolia.comUnfortunately, many older and poorly built homes suffer from foundation problems, and depending on the severity, there may not be a lot a...
How Do I Build a Laminate Kitchen Peninsula?
A kitchen peninsula is one of the most desired counter top surfaces in a home. These peninsulas allow you to sit back and enjoy your morning coffee or tea in a convenient location with the family when a table is too small for the area. They also work as a great food preparation surface when you are
How to Install Tiles on a Wall Edge
Installing tiles on the edge of a wall can add a subtle, decorative accent while protecting the wall from damage. Applying tile on a wall edge requires the same set of skills as attaching tile to any surface. The most difficult part of this project is locating tiles that are an appropriate size for
Hardwood Floor Nail-Down Installation Advantages
With few exceptions, hardwood flooring is manufactured with a tongue and groove that allows you to blind-nail it to a wooden subfloor. There are many advantages to this method of installation over the alternatives, which are top-nailing and gluing. Besides the fact that a nail-down installation crea
How do I Clean Cabinet Doors?
Because you probably use your kitchen to store food, prepare meals and eat with your family, it's important to make sure all the surfaces are clean and sanitary. Some surfaces are cleaned often, such as countertops and the inside of the sink. However, other surfaces might get neglected. For example,
How to Estimate Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt shingles are the traditional covering for most roofs. The shingles are a composite material and are made so only half of the shingle is exposed to the elements. The lower exposed shingle consists of three tabs. Each of these tabs covers the subsequent shingle it overlays. In order to estimat
Can You Use Regular Spray Wax on Veneer Tabletops?
Keeping wood surfaces in the home clean and polished is a basic housekeeping skill that has a big impact on the beauty of a home. The great variety of waxing and polishing products available often makes choosing the right preparation confusing for the consumer. If you have a wood veneer tabletop and
How to Conceal Smooth Ceiling Imperfections
A perfectly smooth ceiling finish is difficult to achieve, even for the most advanced drywall professional. The level of finish is often a level four or five drywall finish. The joints are taped and mudded two to three times, and accessories are covered with the same number of layers. Still, some dr
How to Create a Modular Home Floor Plan
There are many possibilities when designing a floor plan for a modular home. A manufacturer's standard plans may not be perfect for your family's needs, but customized floor plans can be made. You will need to work closely with the modular home dealer and manufacturer to come up with a design custom
How to Paint Pine Paneling
Pine paneling, or knotty pine, was once a popular choice for homes. It covered walls in living rooms, dens, family rooms and even kitchens, bathrooms and on ceilings. But times have changed and knotty pine has gone out of style as the wall covering of choice. One way to update a home with pine walls
How to Attach Wood Drip Caps
Wooden drip caps are installed on top of the exterior head casing on windows to direct water away from the window. They are held in place by exterior window and door caulk and the exterior siding. Although it is common to use aluminum or vinyl drip caps for newer homes, wooden drip caps should be in
What Are the Dangers of Stainless Steel Cookware?
Stainless steel cookware is preferred by many cooks based on its luminous appearance and durability. If it is high quality and free of pitting or deep scratches, stainless steel cookware does not normally pose any health risks.
Pros & Cons on the Types of Tile Grout
Ceramic tiles are attractive and durable, and when properly installed, they can last for many years. The grout in the joints between the tiles is a key component in the structure of a tiled surface, and different types of grout are suitable for different applications. Choosing the correct grout for
How to Install a Non-Load-Bearing Tuscan Fiberglass Column
Columns come in many shapes and sizes. They can be round or square, tapered or straight and fluted or non-fluted. The diameter can vary widely and is subject to personal taste. Capitals and bases can dress up the column and give it a contemporary or a dated look. The size of the capitals and bases c
How to Build Outdoor Stairs
The difficulty of building outdoor stairs depends on what kind of material you use. You can use pre-cast concrete steps, poured concrete or stone and interlocking stone. But the most economical material to use for outdoor stairs is pressure treated wood and, now that many home building centers sell
Why Does My Concrete Floor Sweat in Humidity?
A lot of homeowners and maintenance administrators have noticed that concrete floors "sweat," or produce moisture, in humidity. Aside from being a slight annoyance, the effect can actually cause several problems for flooring and safety as well.
Installing Vinyl Windows
MeasuringThe first step in installing vinyl windows is to take detailed measurements of your existing window frames. This is very important because you want to get a very tight fit to reduce drafts, leaks and be energy efficient. To measure your windows, open them and use a tape measure...