Disposals Harm Septic Systems – Garbage!
A septic system and garbage disposal DO mix. Garbage disposals actually help break down the size of waste to help bacteria take over.
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How To Install Ceramic Tile
If you want to know how to install ceramic tile in your bathroom or any room, be prepared for some work. It can be fun, and it may become your favorite job. With luck, your walls are plumb and level to make the job go smoothly. Use some of my tips and your ceramic tile installation will look great.
Wood I Joists
Wood I joists, a type of engineered lumber that resembles steel I beams, are excellent building materials. Some come with pre-cut holes or can be drilled into. However, in fire conditions having wood I joists can be disastrous.
Clothes Dryer Vents
Clothes dryer vent installation improperly done will cause problems in your home. Condensation will cause mildew. Lint build up is a fire hazard.
Natural Stone Pathway
A pathway of natural stone like flagstone, slate, limestone or quartzite is naturally beautiful, practical and simple to install.
Air Conditioning Sizing Problems
The size of your air conditioning unit or central air conditioner can be a reason for different air temperatures in your home.
A Saw Horse Substitute – Tim’s Carpenter’s Bench
Carpenter work benches are better than saw horses when it comes to a mobile workbench. You can build one in less than a half hour using some simple tools and minimal lumber.
Exterior Painting
Exterior painting results will last a long time with proper cleaning and a good primer. Apply exterior paint after proper "home work" on the surface. Before you paint, house washing by hand is advised and pressure washing is not.
Cutting Crown Molding – Upside Down and Backwards!
Crown molding is different than other trim molding. Wondering how to cut crown molding? It is done holding the piece upside down. Installing crown molding is easy once the pieces are cut.
Powered Attic Fans – Attic Insulation Facts
Attic ventilation should not be done using a powered attic ventilator. They pull air conditioning out and may return combustion gas. Ridge vents are the answer.