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Painting Tips

Posted on July 17, 2005 by Tim Carter

Your painting results can look like a professional job if you use some pro techniques. Follow these tips to patch, caulk and complete painting prep work correctly for the key to your success!

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Painting Fiberglass Doors Black

Posted on July 17, 2005 by Tim Carter

Painting fiberglass entry doors can be done, but if you change the fiberglass doors to black, you may have a problem. Use an acrylic - urethane paint blend on a fiberglass exterior door for best results.

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Termites Turn Wood to Dust

Posted on July 17, 2005 by Tim Carter

Termites are really wonderful insects that help create topsoil. But termite damage in homes is real and termite control is something many people need to know about.

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Wall Anchors for Shelf Systems

Posted on July 16, 2005 by Tim Carter

Wall anchors and wall anchoring systems help install shelves on concrete, concrete block or drywall walls. Size and spacing of wall anchors is important. Here are some tips and pointers about how wall anchors work.

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Hardware for Shelves on Concrete and Drywall

Posted on July 16, 2005 by Tim Carter

Whether hanging shelves on concrete, drywall or concrete block walls, these tips will help you determine what wall anchor systems you need. Shelf brackets can be used to hold the shelves up.

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Cordless Hammer Drill Manufacturers

Posted on July 16, 2005 by Tim Carter

Cordless drills are essential for installing locksets and wall anchors. Here are some cordless hammer drill manufacturers that allow you to drill concrete, brick or concrete block just like wood.

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Wall Anchor Types and Strengths Chart

Posted on July 16, 2005 by Tim Carter

Wall anchors have two types of strength: shear and tension. This chart will help you identify what type of anchor you need. High quality fastener shops can help you find what type of wall anchor you need.

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Mortise & Cylindrical Locksets

Posted on July 16, 2005 by Tim Carter

Locksets are used everyday in our homes. There are two types: cylindrical and mortise locksets. Cylindricial locksets come in a variety of styles and are usually more common than mortise locksets.

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Mortise & Cylindrical Lock Manufacturers

Posted on July 16, 2005 by Tim Carter

The following cylindrical and mortise lockset manufacturers make a variety of residential locks.

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Lockset Installation Tips & Required Tools

Posted on July 16, 2005 by Tim Carter

Locksets come in many types, such as cylindrical and mortise. Cylindrical lockset layout is essential to the final installation. You will need many tools like a drill, boring bit, wood chisel, etc. Mortise locksets should be installed by a professional.

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