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About Damaged Plaster
Modern drywall didn't come into wide usage until the 1940s. Prior to that, plaster was the construction material of choice for walls and ceilings. Since most plaster is in older homes, time and moisture eventually lead to damaged plaster. Repairing it can be a bit more of a challenge that repairing
How to Divide a Room With a Closet
Open plan living in dwellings such as studio apartments and urban lofts makes maximum use of space and light, creating a bright and airy effect. However, there are a number of reasons for adding room dividers in these spaces. In a studio apartment, a room divider creates privacy in the sleeping area
DIY Pull Out Pantry
Pull out pantries make life in the kitchen easier. Whether your pantry is a small, under-the-counter cabinet space or a large closet area, a pull out pantry allows you to easily organize and retrieve all your kitchen goods. With shelves that roll out of the cabinet, you can see everything on the she
How to Paint Bath Tiles
Painting over your aging bath tile can be an affordable way to alter the entire look of your bathroom while masking old flaws. Painting your bathroom tile is actually very easy, and you can do it in under a day. All you'll need are some supplies, some patience and the right colors in mind.
Proper Chemical Levels of a Swimming Pool
Chances are, there's no such thing as a swimming pool owner who hasn't worried about his pool's water cleanliness, and concerns about pH balance also frequently arise. In truth, the need for chemicals in a pool's water can often seem a bit overwhelming to many owners. Fortunately, there's only a few
How to Figure Load Bearing Support
The amount of load that a column can support before it buckles is called its critical load. You can use a column's critical load to determine the load bearing support that is needed for a structure. To do this, you need to obtain values for the variables required for the equation. Variables that you
How to Repair Peeling Drywall
Peeling drywall can be caused by dampness or water from a fractured pipe. If this is the case, first fix the source of the damp before fixing the drywall. It's also best to let the drywall dry completely before addressing the area. Most of the tools needed for fixing drywall are relatively inexpensi
How to Design Bathroom Renovation Projects
Many people grow tired of their bathrooms and over time they wear down and are in need of a design to complete a bathroom renovation. Many times a bathroom renovation is done to increase the value of a home for possible resale or just to get the house up to current codes. If this is you, keep readi
DIY Build a Corner Cabinet With a Lazy Susan
Most kitchens or pantry areas need a cabinet for certain items with a revolving shelf unit, referred to as a Lazy Susan. By spinning the shelf around, you can retrieve certain canned goods or containers of cooking ingredients or utensils. A large space that's unused in a corner makes an ideal place
About Flea Infestations
Fleas are tiny parasites that feed on the blood of warm blooded animals, including humans. They're attracted to movement, body heat, and carbon dioxide that results when we exhale. By the time most people realize they have a flea infestation, the fleas have been there for awhile and you have to deal
How to Place Pavers
The process of placing pavers on the ground to create a walking path begins with accurate measurements of the materials needed. An effective choice of materials is one that is sold by the square foot since this eases the burden of accuracy. Once you have determined the amount of pavers you need for
How to Germinate Strawberries in Hot Water
Garden fresh strawberries are a sweet and healthy snack but there are not always good ones available at the market. There is a simple solution; grow your own. Why don't more people do it? Coaxing a strawberry seed into germination can be tricky, especially if you do not follow a couple of tricks to
Window Trim Installation Instructions
Window installation is done in several phases. The first phase is fitting and centering the window in the opening, the second phase is making sure the window is installed firmly in place and putting insulation around it along with weatherproofing, and the last phase is installing window trim. When y
How to Join Molding With Caulk
Trim carpentry is a precise art, but even the most skilled professional can cut a piece of molding just a bit too short or at an angle that doesn't fit exactly together. While cutting another piece of molding is an option for fixing those situations, you might not have enough molding to cut another
How to Cut Pergo Without Measuring
When you need to cut Pergo laminate flooring, using a tape measure is the most accurate way to get the job done. If you measure twice, you frequently only need to cut once. There are times, however, when you may need to cut laminate flooring without measuring it first. Using a little bit of common s
Attaching Wood to Concrete Walls
Attaching wood to concrete walls is a difficult task that, if done incorrectly, can lead to spectacular failures. Achieving success requires that you drive a nail deeply enough into the concrete with enough force to penetrate, without cracking the wood or shattering the concrete in the process. To a
DIY: Blow-In Insulation
Proper insulation in homes will reduce energy costs and make the home more comfortable by retaining heat or cold within the home. It will also reduce how much the outdoor climate can affect the interior temperature. Blown-in insulation can be used for attic spaces and to insulate exterior walls. A b
Do-it-Yourself Wood Swings
Building a swing can encourage children to get outside and play in this day of high-tech toys. A do-it-yourself wooden swing is an uncomplicated project that requires only a few supplies and a sturdy tree.
The Types of Stucco Finishes
Stucco is a popular finish for many homes.mason,plastering, stucco image by Greg Pickens from Fotolia.comStucco, a mixture of sand, lime, cement and water has been used for thousands of years in building construction. Pre-historic samples of stucco have been discovered dating back as far...