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How to Eliminate Household Spiders
Whether chasing a long-legged cellar spider as it scurries across the floor, or cowering in terror from those bizarre jumping spiders, getting rid of the eight-legged creatures in your home probably ranks high on your to-do list if you're at all arachnophobic. Spiders eat the bothersome insects that
Laminate Floor Installation Tips
Laminate flooring is generally made of particle board or other manufactured material, with a plastic or wood-veneer layer on top to give the appearance of real wood. Laminate flooring systems have advanced to the point that some of them are almost indistinguishable from hardwood, but they're far eas
How to Take Care of Tigerwood Hardwood Flooring
Tigerwood is an exotic Brazilian hardwood sometimes used for flooring. Named for its striped grain that somewhat resembles tiger stripes, tigerwood is harder than oak and has some specific characteristics that affect the maintenance needed to keep the flooring in optimum condition. Aside from standa
How to Make a Large Concrete Slab
Concrete provides strength and structural integrity when formed and poured correctly. But as the area of the slab increases, so does the necessity for additional workers and/or power equipment in order to manipulate the semi-solid concrete before it hardens. In addition, weather is a consideration w
How to Create Mallet Heads
A mallet can be much more useful and safer than using a metal hammer in some instances. Hammers have a smaller head, which means that the likelihood of missing your target increases. As well, some metal hammers can cause extraneous damage. For example, tapping dowel joints together with a metal hamm
How to Build a Wooden Truck Rack
Pickup truck beds are an efficient way to haul bulky, heavy items, such as bags of cement. When it comes to longer, narrow pieces, an overhead rack is ideal. Commercial versions made of metal pipe are available from most truck accessory retailers, but may be out of your price range. A simple wooden
Wood Vs. Laminate Flooring
Wood flooring and laminate flooring have some very glaring differences. Laminate flooring is easy for the do-it-yourselfer to install. Wood flooring will take more skill and time. There are other factors that will influence your choice as well.
How to Repair a Curling Roof Shingle
When you notice shingles on your home with edges curling up or down, it's a sure sign that the roof is near the end of its useful life. If you can't afford to replace the roof just yet, monitor the area for signs of a leak before calling for roofing estimates or installing a new roof yourself. With
How to Estimate the Cost for a Room Addition to a Home
Building an addition to your home not only gives you more space and an extra, bathroom, porch, office or bedroom, but it increases the value of your home. Before you purchase a set of blueprints and hire a contractor, think carefully about the addition and the process of building so that you can acc
How to Design a Kitchen Garden for One or Two People
You won't need a farm to feed two people, just a well-planned kitchen garden. Perk up your taste buds at every meal - grow fresh herbs, a veggie or two, and plenty of salad greens.
How to Make Base Cabinets out of Wall Cabinets
Making base cabinets out of upper cabinets or wall cabinets is a fairly simple procedure. The two units are very similar in construction with three major differences. Upper cabinets are shallower from front to back, do not have bases and typically are built with a solid top versus the open cleat con
How to Insulate a Cinder Block
Cinder block, often found in the basements, often forms a house's foundation. Basements can become cold because they are not finished. Before adding drywall over the cinder block, you must add insulation. The best type of insulation to add, foam board, comes in different thicknesses ranging from 1/2
How to Tell If Your Door is Solid Core
Both solid core and hollow core doors have legitimate uses in home building and remodeling. Solid core doors are useful for security and soundproofing, while hollow core doors are much less prone to warping and are easier to install. Several different features can indicate whether a door is a solid
How to Get Matted Carpet Up
If you have carpet in your home, areas of high traffic can cause the carpet to become matted or crushed, and the added dirt and debris from shoes keeps the carpet fibers bogged down. The sheer weight of heavy furniture is also enough to crush carpet fibers. There are a few simple remedies you can em
How to Insulate a Mansard Roof
A mansard roof is distinctive in that it extends down vertically, sometimes enough to cover windows on the floor below. Its design means that it is difficult to insulate because it only has a small amount of attic space. As well as being insulated, the area also needs to be protected against damp so
How to Cut Melamine Laminate Countertops
Melamine is a building material that consists of plastic laminate coating over particle board. It is used for items such as building cabinets and countertops. It is a durable material that is easy to clean, making it an option for locations such as kitchens, bathrooms and garages, where a countertop
How to Add a Bathroom Addition
One of the most used rooms in any house is the bathroom, which is why it is so important to have enough bathrooms to accommodate everyone in the home. When you decide to add a bathroom, whether it's to create a master suite, guest suite, kid's bathroom or just because your family has outgrown the nu
How to Build a Wood Door Awning
Building a small, gabled awning above an exterior doorway is a functional project that not only protects you when stepping out into a rainstorm, but adds a new visual dimension to your house. You'll also learn something about the construction process that goes into framing a gabled roof.
How to Design a Galley Kitchen in a Bungalow
Bungalow homes typically feature open floor plans to make these smaller spaces feel more open and airy. However, if your bungalow home features a long, narrow, galley-style kitchen, design the room to maximize the space, making it functional and as charming as the rest of your home. With some planni
Attic Insulation Options
Traditional fiberglass batting is just one of your options when it comes to insulating your attic.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty ImagesWhether you're going green or just buttoning up your home for cold nights, you can find an attic insulation that will fit your needs. Air from outside...