Spray painting is not as hard as you might think. Airless spray painting is a popular method that has come a long way in the past 25 years. Spray can painting is the method most people begin with, as it is convenient and inexpensive. Spray painting tips range from shaking the paint well before spraying to lightly misting the surface being painted.
A kitchen backsplash will keep walls dry and make them look dramatic. Kitchen backsplash ideas can range from ceramic tile, solid stone, stamped metal, engineered stone and even plastic laminate. A kitchen tile backsplash is perhaps the most common choice of materials, but don't let that stop you from trying something else that might look fantastic.
Want to keep water from touching your wood framing members? These water barrier installation tips will get you started.
Adding sweat equity to your new house construction or remodeling project can save you money. But be aware of the downside! Your time and productivity. Building codes may enter into your decision also.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to use solid-wood planks to make a wood ceiling. It is important to prestain and urethane the wood before wood ceilings are installed.
Tim Carter shows a clever method that prevents tree roots in sewer line or septic line. Check for underground utilities before attempting this project.
Here are some examples of some of the custom woodwork profiles. Hand drawn sketches of profiles in Tim Carter's home. Plus example of woodworking profiles for jambs, blocks, crowns, dentil crowns, casings and bases. This is only a small sample of the custom woodwork profiles available.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to use recycled cobblestones. Cobblestone can be used to edge gardens, driveways and walkways. These paving stones make a great border. Tim shows a method for installing paving stones.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to use hole saws. A hole saw drills perfectly round holes from one-half-inch diameter up to 2 and 1/4-inch diameter using your standard drill.
Tim Carter demonstrates a epoxy fortified deck stain and sealer that contains synthetic resins. Unlike other deck stains, this sealer stain doesn't contain natural oils that become food for algae and mildew.
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