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Installation Instructions for Wall-to-Wall Carpet
Wall-to-wall carpeting contributes a luxurious feel to not only bare feet, but also the overall look of a room. When choosing carpet, keep you family's lifestyle in mind. If you have pets or children, pick a dark-colored carpet that won't show stains and general wear easily. For those with contempor
How to Replace Sub Flooring
Subflooring rests directly on the floor joists of a building, providing support for the finishes flooring above. Subflooring can become damaged over time, such as from water leakage or from age and wear. If the flooring is damaged, it will need to be replaced to provide a firm surface for the finish
How to Install Sun-Cap Solar Blanket
Using a Sun-Cap solar blanket can increase the temperature of your pool by six to eight degrees and reduce evaporation, conserving both energy and water use. To install a solar blanket correctly, you need to make sure that the blanket is the correct size and shape for your pool. An incorrectly insta
How to Build a Power Cell
Solar cells convert energy from the sun into electricity and are generally made using silicone as a semiconductor. The manufacturing of these high-efficiency silicone cells is costly and requires specialized equipment. A less-efficient solar cell can be made using cuprous oxide as a semiconductor.
How do I Choose Building Insulation?
Insulation is a important part of any home or building and is installed in the walls, attic and other open spaces. In the winter, insulation prevents heat inside the home from escaping through the roof and walls, thus making the inside warmer. In the summer, insulation prevents hot air from seeping
Facts on Chimney Mortar
Where would we be without mortar? Mortar is used to adhere cement and bricks together to build fences, buildings and chimneys. Chimney mortar is durable, easy to create and apply, and relatively easy to maintain and repair. Proper application of chimney mortar will give your project a clean, organiz
How Do I White Wash Furniture?
Whitewashing wood furniture gives it a bright and shabby chic look. This process can be achieved by proper preparation and application. The sanding of your piece of furniture will most likely take longer than the actual application. However, thorough and proper sanding of your piece of furniture is
DIY Adjustable Sawhorses
If you do any sort of work around the house you will find it difficult to work without a set of adjustable sawhorses. A good, sturdy set of sawhorses can perform many functions, including serving as a work surface to provide support for cutting material or for working on various items. Often, sawhor
Solar Inverter Companies
Solar panels must be connected to a solar inverter in order for the energy to be used.Johannes Kroemer/Photodisc/Getty ImagesThe power collected by solar panels is direct current (DC). The electrical current that a home or office operates on is alternating current (AC). To enable a home...
How to Lower a Basement Ceiling
The wiring and pipes that provide the water, electricity and other utilities to your home all run through the ceiling joists in your basement. This maze gives an unobstructed run for the utilities, as well as a place for you to observe and repair these lines as necessary. Finishing your basement mea
How to Design Your Own Home Theatre
If you enjoy watching movies at home, you might want to take advantage of the great television technology and sound systems now available to set up your own home theatre. You'll need to do some research and make some sketches to be sure you end up with exactly what you want. Just think, you can put
Ventilation Methods for Metal Roofs
Ventilation installed on your metal roof provides vital fresh air for the attic space. This air removes the excessive moisture that may lead to wood rot or mold. It also reduces heating and cooling costs by matching the attic temperature to the outside air. Proper location and number of vents are im
How to Replace Old Cabinet Doors in a Kitchen
Replacing cabinet doors in a kitchen is a fairly easy project that can make a remarkable difference in the look of your kitchen. Measuring carefully and placing the hardware correctly are the hardest parts of the job. Replacing the doors on one eight-foot section of cabinets should take no more than
How to Change the Water Pressure on a Tap
Taps, or faucets, are essentially switches. You open them to turn the water supply "on" and close them to turn it "off." They are thus not designed to regulate water pressure (beyond how much you decide to open it) but to deliver water at a constant pressure. To change the pressure of the water comi
About Steel Building Designs
Steel building designs have come a long way from unattractive monotonous structures used only for barns and storage houses. Today living quarters and offices use steel buildings with attractive designs. They are also the preferred designs for schoolhouses and meeting places like churches. Steel buil
Can Upstairs Floors Be Levelled?
If you come across an installation that needs to have a level finished surface, you first need to ensure that the subfloor is level, as well as the underlayment if any is used. Everything rests on the subfloor, and if you are dealing with upstairs floors there are several options you can use, depend
How to Create an Old World Look Plaster Wall
Create an Old World plaster wall inspired by the rich textures of Italian villas and German castles. Choose colors such as yellow ochres, dark browns or leathery reds for an antique, rich surface. Use artwork, fabrics and magazines for inspiration and ideas. Plastering a wall takes time and a little
DIY How to Repair a Cracked Basement Wall
Basements can become dank, damp areas, and cracked concrete walls may contribute to this. Cement and concrete are sturdy surfaces, but over time they can crack from pressure, especially in humid areas, or those in which water leaks into the surface. The cracks will gradually get larger over time, al
How to Design a Kitchen Bar
Kitchen islands, little corner nooks and counters all make great places for a kitchen bar. If you have some extra space in your kitchen, you may want to set up a convenient space for snacks and drinks that will serve as a great staging area for parties. Here you can whip up drinks for everyone and k
How to Clean Non-Sealed Granite
Many granite countertops require very little maintenance, despite the fact that they are a natural stone. Darker-colored granites frequently do not require sealing, because they are extremely dense and relatively nonporous. Regardless of whether or not your granite has been sealed, clean it with the