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SCM Edgebander Specs
SCM Group has a long history of building premiere woodworking machinery. Their line of Edgebanders includes ten commercial-grade models that can handle anywhere from four hours daily to around the clock use.Edge ThicknessEdgebanders in the SCM line can handle wood thicknesses for edge...
How to Clean Mortar vs. Silicone from Glass Blocks
Installing glass-block windows provides a completely new look and feel for your home. Unlike traditional window options, glass blocks look exactly as they sound: Small squares of glass make up the window or wall area of your home. These blocks allow in more light than traditional windows and accent
How to Stop Attic Mold
Mold is a fungus that flourishes in damp, still places. Your attic may keep re-growing mold because the atmosphere is humid and there is insufficient ventilation. To stop the mold, make the environment less hospitable. You probably need professionals to seal and finish the attic but anybody can make
How to Separate Crystal Bowls That Are Stuck Together
Crystal bowls can easily become stuck together when one bowl is nested inside the other. Separating the bowls by hand is difficult, especially without breaking or damaging the crystal, but there are a few tricks that can make the process easier. By using hot and cold water to slightly expand one bow
How to Care for Granite Counters With a Sink
Granite counters create an attractive, elegant look to a kitchen or bathroom area. Many times, the counter also holds a connected sink made of the same granite material. Granite is perfect for sink and counter areas, as it is very easy to clean, and withstands years of typical wear and tear. While t
DIY Cabinet Refreshing
If you have an older kitchen with cabinets that are looking a bit worse for the wear, the cheapest and easiest fix is a simple refreshing. Painting kitchen cabinets will give them an entirely new look without having to sand them down and restain them -- or worse, replace them. There are a few tricks
Tile Countertop Instructions
Adding striking new tile countertops is a fast and frugal way to update your kitchen. Tile countertops can withstand direct contact with hot pots and pans, making the tiled surfaces useful for cooking and baking projects. Countertop tiles are available in many stylish and durable materials including
Metal Vs. Wood Studs
Studs are studs. Although some call them "2 by 4s," they are really 1.5 inches thick and 3.5 inches wide. This is true for all standard studs, whether they are metal or wood. Because the prices of wood and steel fluctuate constantly, you'll never know whether you're going to spend more for wood stud
DIY Beadboard
Installing beadboard is one way to give a room a new and classic look. Better yet, this is something you can do yourself.
How to Replace Individual Ceramic Floor Tiles
Ceramic floor tiles are set in mortar, and then the spaces between them are filled with grout. Both these substances make them very difficult to remove if one becomes damaged and has to come out. The main thing to remember is that ceramic has qualities similar to glass (though much stronger), so it
Heat Capacity of Soil
Soil heat capacity measures the amount of energy it takes to raise the temperature of the soil by one degree Celsius or one degree Fahrenheit. The heat capacity of soil varies depending on the amount of moisture and the soil composition.
How Do You Make a Junk Yard Solar Panel?
When homeowners turn to solar energy hoping to save money on heating bills, they may face pricey solar panels. Yet there is a simple and inexpensive solution that involves nothing more than what you find in a junkyard. If you have the time and a bit of patience, junkyards offer a considerable select
How to Measure the Diagonal of a Square for House Building
One of the ways to determine if a building is square, that each corner is a perfect right angle, is to measure the distance of the diagonals. If these measurements are equal the building is square. For small buildings this measurement is easily made. For larger buildings the sag of the measuring tap
How to Rent a Pneumatic Hardwood Nailer
Pneumatic hardwood nailers are essentially the same as traditional pneumatic nail guns, but they are powerful enough to drive nails through hardwoods as opposed to softwoods. They are easier to use because they are powered by air compression. Although these devices can make a quick job of home impro
How to Install Maple Flooring
Standard hardwood flooring is made of oak, but for a high-class variation, consider maple. It's more expensive, but worth it because of the intricate grain patterns, rich shading and the hardness of the wood (which is the reason it's used for basketball courts). Maple flooring installs in the same m
Can Veneer-Covered Cabinets Be Painted Over?
Veneer is a type of thin covering usually glued to a lower-quality material to create a finished surface. Kitchen and bathroom cabinets often have a veneer covering, usually in wood, over the base material. When the veneer starts to look a little old, dated or when the color does not suit personal t
How to Calculate Angle Cuts for Exterior Trim
Cutting accurate, tight-fitting angles in exterior trim is a matter of calculating the angle, then applying the basic procedure used by carpenters to ensure the right cut. With a little basic geometry you can calculate any angle cut needed and get a perfect miter joint every time.
How to Soundproof Rooms in a House
If you want to get away from the noise of daily living, soundproofing a room can provide you with your peaceful sanctuary. There are a number of things you can do to make your room (or even your whole house) quieter. Building soundproofing into your home when it is under construction is the most eff
How to Pour a Concrete Slab for a Garage
A garage foundation is a big job for a do-it-yourselfer. Normally, professionals are called in because it requires some specialized equipment and knowledge of local building codes to get right. It is important that the footings be the right height and that they be strong. You will need large pieces