Wet/dry vacuums are much improved. Motors are heavier duty. Capacity of the drums is larger. Vacuum filters help prolong the life of the wet dry vac.
Wet/dry vacuums are much improved. Motors are heavier duty. Capacity of the drums is larger. Vacuum filters help prolong the life of the wet dry vac.
Sheet vinyl takes great skill to install. Sheet vinyl flooring failure almost always can be traced to the installer. The sheet vinyl may have been laid on unapproved underlayment with an unapproved adhesive, causing seams to pop open, curling and discoloration.
Play sets, swing sets, a playhouse, play forts,- all a kid's activity center come true! Build children's play sets or an activity center with these tips.
Geothermal energy systems are environmentally friendly heating and cooling systems for your home. They transfer heat to and from the soil. Geothermal systems are quiet, compact and work best in moderate climates.
Log homes are a beautiful alternative. Assure your log home is built correctly by contracting with one of the experienced log home builders.
Entry doors need periodic maintenance. Fiberglass doors are no exception. Fiberglass entry door finishes will fail over time. You can extend the finish on your door by carefully following the finishing instructions. Start with a clean surface from the cleaner provided in your finishing kit. Work in shade if possible. Keep up with yearly checks of the clear coat to avoid full restoration of your door.
Garage storage lofts offer an easy way to clean up everything on the floor. Construct a loft on the back wall of your garage.
Precast concrete foundations have many advantages. They don't need footers poured and cured in a controlled factory. They can be installed in less than a day and are bolted together and then waterproofed.
Windows can turn a room into an oven that bakes you and your furnishings. Window film works to control heat gain and loss, UV infiltration and common glare.
Wood decks look great when coated with a film forming sealant ... for about a minute. They tend to peel from exposure to the elements. Strip these films off and clean your deck. Oxygen bleach will clean without causing all the damage that chlorine bleach will. Apply a synthetic water repellent. It will not feed the growth of mildew and algae and will look great ... for years.
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