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How to Install Cultured Granite
Cultured stone provides much the same look and feel as natural stone, but it is much less expensive and therefore more accessible for many homeowners. The cultured material is manufactured by combining aggregate of the stone with resin or epoxy. Cultured granite is a common choice for use in flat ar
How to Waterproof an Existing Painted Basement
Many homeowners choose to ignore a little moisture on the walls and floors of their basements. This can be a mistake because a small amount of water can turn into a catastrophic flood during a major rain or snow storm. This outcome can be especially tragic if the basement is used to house a family's
How to Seal Porous Tile Floors
Like any other home repair project, you need to be knowledgeable about sealing your tile floor. Some tiles are more porous than others, therefore requiring a different type of sealant. Once you know what you will need to seal the tiles properly, you then can follow a few simple directions to achieve
How to Repair Nicks on Prefinished Cherry Wood Flooring
American black cherry, or the more exotic Brazilian cherry, wood can be crafted into exquisite solid hardwood flooring. Cherry wood flooring adds dramatic interest, warmth and beauty to both casual and formal decor. It's simpler than you may think to repair nicks, scratches or cuts on your hardwood
Flooring Ideas for a Damp Basement
Area rugs can warm your basement floor, yet are removable for cleaning.Carpet image by big from Fotolia.comBasements can be damp environments even without active leaks or flooding. If you want to finish off your basement floor, make sure the area is as waterproof as possible so you are...
How to Use the Ryobi Orbital Buffer to Sand a Floor
Sanding a wood floor with a Ryobi orbital buffer can be a tricky process, as you can quickly damage a wood floor with deep gouges caused by over-sanding. Unless your floor is very uneven, using a fine sandpaper will force you to sand slowly and produce an even finish.
How to Apply Moehl Sealer to Raw Wood Floors
Wood is a very porous material. If you were to use raw wood floor boards, your wood floor would become buckled and stained in a matter of days. Sealers, also known as finishes, allow you to enjoy the beauty of wood while keeping it protected from moisture. Moehl sealers are quite easy to apply and c
DIY Concrete Floor Coatings
Basements and garages are notorious for unflattering concrete floors. Revamp the floors with a bright coat of paint. Giving concrete floors life with a new painted coating is a simple process. The key to a successful paint job is choosing the correct materials, including masonry primer and paint rat
What Is Loose Lay Linoleum?
Linoleum is a suitable flooring option for many rooms in your home because of its many benefits related to both style and function. Unlike vinyl flooring, linoleum is made of natural components; a key ingredient in its construction is linseed oil. Installing traditional linoleum that requires gluing
How to Build a Stone Deck
Although traditional wood plank or plastic Trex decks are a great way to expand living space into the outdoors, exterior stonework boasts a durability and permanence that adds a dimension of class to a yard. Once installed, stonework patios are maintenance-free additions to a home's outdoor living s
How to Remodel a Single Closet Into a Double Closet
There may come a time where you need to split your closet into two. Perhaps you have added a baby to the family or just need your own space, away from the spouse. Roommates too, may have to share one larger closet, so dividing a closet into two is a good idea. This project can be done over a weekend
DIY Liquor Cabinets
A custom liquor cabinet can be attractive as well as functional, and it is a relatively simple project to complete. Not only does a liquor cabinet serve to keep your bottles organized, but it also prevents young children from getting into them if they are stored in a regular kitchen cabinet near the
How to Roof a Red Tile Roof
A red clay tile roof is stylish and durable. The cost to install clay tile is greater than traditional asphalt or wood roofing shingles. Installation requirements are more demanding. However, the life expectancy of a tile roof can exceed 75 years, depending on the tile type and manufacturer. Red cl
Instructions for the Construction of Stairs
Stair construction is definitely an advanced carpentry job. Stair construction has to be precise, or they just will not fit the space they are supposed to fill. Stairs have only three parts: stringers, treads and risers. Stringers are the wide support boards cut and angled on each side of the stair
How to Sand a Popcorn Ceiling
Popcorn ceilings are a cheap and fast way many builders have finished ceilings off in apartments and homes, but they can also be an eye sore. Removing popcorn ceilings is a process that requires some preparation ahead of time, but once you get started, you can easily remove the popcorn. In addition,
How to Gravel a Muddy Driveway
If you have a muddy driveway, there's a good chance you're finding lots of muddy footprints in your front entry, and the rainier the weather, the muddier the footprints. The situation can be remedied with gravel and improved drainage. Build a rock drive from the bottom up, or repair an existing grav
Ideas for an Interior Kitchen Remodel
The right cabinets can transform a drab kitchen.kitchen image by Rich Johnson from Fotolia.comA drab, dingy kitchen does not enhance a person's positive outlook. A thorough remodeling job, with the right colors and the right fixtures, can transform a drab kitchen into one you will truly...
How to Remove Cured Foam Insulation
Spray foam insulation is widely used to fill gaps around homes. The super-expanding insulating foam comes in a can. The foam is dispensed in a semi-liquid state; as soon as it comes out of the nozzle, it expands rapidly and in just a moment hardens into a soft solid. Spray foam insulation sticks ver
Texas Plants for Privacy Hedges
A privacy hedge is planted to block the view of a neighbor or passers-by or to conceal a part of the landscape such as a swimming pool or patio. Some of the requirements for a privacy hedge are that it is evergreen, long-lasting and low maintenance. In Texas, there are native shrubs and small trees
Bamboo Hardwood Floor Installation Instructions
Bamboo hardwood is similar to other hardwoods, with one exception. Although formed with tongue and groove, bamboo flooring is not wood but strands of bamboo that are glued together to form a wood-like surface. The good news is that bamboo wood flooring can be installed in much the same way as other