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How to Remove Silestone Countertops From Cabinets

Silestone is made from crushed quartz and resin, resembling a granite countertop. Much like granite, silestone is quite heavy and requires two people when installing it and removing it from the top of cabinets. Removing silestone countertops from cabinets requires some care to prevent cracking the s

How to Fix a Broken Door Handle on a House

If the front doorknob of your house rattles and feels loose, or just doesn't turn correctly, and tightening the screws on the other side hasn't solved the problem, you should replace it. Today you don't generally replace just a knob, because knobs and door-latch assemblies are sold together as kits,

How to Tile a Floor Without Using Backer Board

Hard tiles today are usually installed over backer board, which is a thin, cement-like board that provides plenty of stability and moisture resistance and which prevents the tiles from moving and cracking. If you're in a situation where installing backer board will raise the floor level too much, yo

Tips & Tricks for Tile Installation

Tiling a bathroom or kitchen is a project that most novice do-it-yourselfers can perform. Tile can add value to your home if installed correctly. Yet tile is an unforgiving product, and poor installation can lead to disappointing results. Before you tackle a tiling project, review some helpful tips

Wristech Instructions

Wristech manufactures a line of small blood pressure monitors designed for convenience and portability. Because these monitors attach to your wrist with a Velcro strap, you can take them anywhere and check your blood pressure at any time. You can learn to operate one of these blood pressure monitors

How to Know VAT or VCT

VAT, or vinyl asbestos tiling, was widely used until the 1980s when they were discontinued because asbestos materials were determined to be hazardous. VAT was replaced by VCT, or vinyl composition tiling. VAT still can be found in older homes. If you need to remove VAT, you will need to call on prof

How to Fix a Stain on a Hardwood Floor

Hardwood flooring can withstand a lot of abuse. However, since it's made of fibrous material, it doesn't always do well against stains. If you notice a stain on the wood, don't worry yet. There are several methods you can try that might remove the substance, without resorting to more drastic measure

Ideas to Construct a Concord Grape Trellis

Concord grapesgrapes image by AGphotographer from Fotolia.comConcord grapes are a native variety with a long history in America. They are easy to train on trellises but they exert a considerable amount of force on support structures. It is therefore, important that you construct the grape...

Removing Old Tar Roofs

Even top-quality roofing materials don't last forever. Once the patching jobs become more trouble than they're worth, its time to replace your old tar roof. Removing an old tar roof is much easier than it sounds. By the time its replacement date comes around, tar is hard, brittle and sun-baked and t

How High Should My Breakfast Bar Be?

A kitchen breakfast bar should be tall enough to accomodate your bar stools.Modern elegant kitchen image by MAXFX from Fotolia.comBreakfast Bar HeightA kitchen breakfast bar should be at a comfortable level for sitting and eating. According to FineHomeBuilding.com, the best height for a...

What Do I Need to Know About Granite Countertops?

A granite countertop can be a great addition to many kitchens. These polished stone counters come in a wide range of colors and have an elegant and rich appearance. Granite is not the right countertop choice for everyone, though. There are things that you need to know about granite to help you make

How to Build a Custom Brick Wall to Surround Your Gas Grill

It is the goal of many grilling enthusiasts to build a grill surround in the backyard. Such a permanent structure might include two countertops, providing valuable workspace, and a protective wall for the grill. Grill surrounds tend to be more attractive than standalone grills, and building one can

How to Transition From Pergo to Carpet

Pergo is a company that sells laminate and wood flooring for home use. The company offers specific transition pieces so you can create a smooth transition from your wood floor to the carpet in another room. You can purchase these at local hardware supply stores in the wood flooring section. Installa

Do-it-Yourself Ceramic Tile Floor

Laying a ceramic tile floor is a big project but one that most competent homeowners can do well with the proper tools and methods. Choose flat tile finishes for formal living rooms or foyers and more glossy finishes for bathrooms and kitchens--glossy is easier to clean up. Don't go too glossy, thoug

Roofing Material for Buildings

Most residential roofs wear out after 20 to 30 years and must be replaced. As a roof ages it can begin to leak, which can cause structural damage and provide a breeding ground for mold. Roofs are composed of more than just the shingles that you can see, however. A roof consists of several different

How to Seam Vinyl Flooring

A seam will be required when the available sizes of vinyl flooring are not large enough to cover a room. Although a pattern with lines, such as tiles or blocks, is better at hiding seams, any pattern can be installed without a visible seam in the finished floor. When the floor must have a seam, plan

How to Blow Texture on Sheetrock

Blowing texture onto Sheetrock is a way to give an interesting finish to walls or ceilings. The texture is available in three sizes of grain, ranging from small to large, and you can apply it with a texture blower or texture gun, which you can rent for the job. Practice blowing texture onto a spare

Types of Stone Tile

Marble tile installationtile layer image by Greg Pickens from Fotolia.comAlthough there are many types of stone tile to choose from, marble, granite, and slate remain the three most popular options. These types of stone tile have been used in construction projects for many centuries and...

How to Do Your Own Kitchen Cabinet Refacing

Kitchen cabinet refacing is normally an expensive project, but it really doesn't have to be. You can reface your own kitchen cabinets for a relatively small amount of money, and avoid paying thousands of dollars to a contractor.

How to Remove Depressions in the Carpet

Furniture will make depressions in your carpet that are evident when you move your furniture. Eventually these depressions may fluff up, but you can speed up this process by lifting the carpet fibers yourself. Be careful not to pull or tear carpet fibers. Don't use tools that are sharp or highly abr