In this issue topics covered deal with Stain Solver oxygen bleach record sales, a goof door design (a pocket door would have worked), upcoming product reviews, product review policy, comfortable desk chairs, a soft soap test, problems with a French linear drain, a level for the iPhone, Hoops and YoYo, purchase a lot for your new home now, and the latest columns and videos.
Limestone countertops make an interesting counter top. The various shades of limestone and the embedded fossils look great. Limestone kitchen countertops should be sealed. Sealing limestone countertops will help prevent stains.
Cabinet installation requires close attention to detail. If the cabinets are not properly aligned, your countertop will not fit. If the wall cabinet installations are not correct, the cabinets could fall once loaded with your dishes. Install cabinets with care and you can achieve a professional looking job.
An home inspection report from an independent home inspector can save you aggravation and money. Home inspections should be carried out prior to moving into the new home. Obtain a copy of the inspection report and review it with the builder.
Tim Carter demonstrates one method for keeping your grout lines straight when laying tile. In this project, he is extending an existing tile floor and must maintain perfectly straight lines when laying the new floor tiles.
Tim Carter shares some tips about using thinset for installing a ceramic tile floor.He explains why using thinset mortar is fantastic for ceramic tile and how to mix it correctly.