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Country Living Room Remodeling Ideas
If a living-room remodel is in your future but you don't know what style to choose, consider a country theme. Natural materials often are used, such as wrought iron, wood and pottery. If comfort and warmth is what you are seeking, then a country style may be the right choice for your new...
How to Hide a Staircase
Staircases are an important part of a multi-level house; however, if you have a staircase that is seldom used, dangerous or unattractive, you can hide it to prevent guests from seeing and using it. This can occur with older homes that may have two ways to access the upper levels. Hiding a staircase
How to Make a Tablecloth for a Coffee Table
Tablecloths come in all shapes, sizes and materials. They are one of the easiest projects to sew. If you are a beginner seamstress you will be able to make a plain tablecloth with no problem. You can pick a material to match your decor and style. There are also a couple of ways to dress it up that a
How to Pull Sediment Out of Hot Water Tanks
Hot water tanks, also called hot water heaters, are large appliances that heat up water for showers and faucets. Hot water heaters are fairly low-maintenance devices that can last for 10 years or more before they must be replaced. One of the biggest causes of damage to a hot water heater is sediment
How to Install Laminate Flooring Over Linoleum
Laminate "floating'' floorboards are designed to fit together like puzzle pieces to make solid floor coverings that don't have to be nailed or glued down. Instead, they simply sit on a bed of thick plastic underlayment. One big advantage to floating floors is that they can be installed over any flat
How to Attach Roof Flashing to Brick
Attaching roof flashing to brick is an important part of installing a roof around a chimney. This is one of the most difficult and crucial aspects of flashing a roof because many leaks begin around the chimney area. By carefully installing the flashing to the bricks and ensuring proper adhesion, you
How to Remove a Tree in Indianapolis
If a tree in your Indianapolis yard becomes too large or gets in the way of landscaping projects, you may want to remove it from its location. When you remove a small tree that does not have to be cut into pieces, you can replant it in a different location. If you want to remove a large tree, howeve
How to Glue Vinyl Floor Tiles Back Down
The only bad part about having vinyl floor tiles in a room is that one of those beautiful tiles can come up in the corners and ruin the look of an entire floor worth of tiles. But, with a little glue and some basic know how, you can glue those tiles back down and set your vinyl floor back to beautif
How to Design a Tile Fireplace Surround
Tiling a fireplace surround adds charm and aesthetic interest to the space. The wide selection of tiles available at both specialty tile stores and home improvement stores allows for a customized look around the fireplace. You'll find a variety of materials, colors and sizes to fit the look you want
Abies Seed Storage Directions
Abies is a tree classification that includes all firs. Beginning in the spring of the second year of growth, the species produces cones that contain the tree seeds. Inside the cones are small black seeds encased in a translucent, paper-like substance that resemble wings. If planted, the seeds will s
Taping & Mudding Drywall
Drywall is one of the most popular building materials available today. It is used for walls, ceilings, and many other architectural features. Drywall is fairly simple to install, and involves hanging, taping, mudding, and sanding. While hanging this material is relatively straightforward, taping and
How to Fix Bubbles in Allure Flooring
Allure vinyl flooring is an inexpensive alternative to hardwoods that's known for its ability to withstand moisture and water damage, making it ideal for installation in several spaces, including the bathroom and the basement. However, Allure is susceptible to air bubbles that leave behind unsightly
Do it Yourself: Kitchen Pantries
Kitchen pantries provide additional storage when there is not enough cupboard space. However, if your kitchen cannot accommodate a custom-made pantry, you can convert a nearby closet. This can be done by adding a wall-mounted shelving unit to the closet. First you need to empty the closet and prepar
HVAC Repair Tips
Your HVAC system might need major repairs, but there may be simple things you can do.condensseur image by photlook from Fotolia.comYour heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment works hard to keep you cool in the summers and warm in the winters. Occasionally, like any...
How to Make a Vapor Barrier on the Ceiling of a Basement
A vapor barrier prevents moist basement air from rising into the home through the floor. It provides a seal to reduce air flow and improve the energy efficiency of a home, especially if the basement is not heated. In addition, a vapor barrier reduces drafts and improves the comfort of a home. Six- t
How to Install Spanish Tile Roof
Spanish tile roofs are very popular, and they are available in a variety of colors, patterns and finishes. Homeowners choose these tiles because they are durable and usually require no serious maintenance. Spanish tiles are constructed from incombustible material containing a low moisture absorption
How to Install Wood Floor Underlayment
Underlayment is the layer of wood installed over the subfloor to act as a flat, clean base for the top-flooring. Plywood is the preferred underlayment for most wood or vinyl tile flooring projects.You can also use it under ceramic and other hard tiles, although if your project is in a bathroom or ot
How to Build a Loafing Shed With a Metal Roof
A loafing shed is sort of a small barn, usually set in a pasture or grazing area to give horses and sometimes cattle a shelter. A loafing shed has only three sides covered with one side open for easy access. Loafing sheds often have small corrals so they can be used to isolate specific animals. They
Instructions for Laying Porcelain Tiles
Porcelain tiles come in a variety of colors and designs, adding essential flare to the interior design element. The durable tile is less susceptible to scratches than other tiling options and easy to clean, especially around heavy trafficked areas such as foyers or kitchens and bathrooms. The proces
How to Darken Coloured Cement
If you want to darken poured concrete that was previously colored you need to pick the correct type of sealant. A water-based sealant will not cover since it is designed to simply seal the concrete. If your intention is to add a darker shade to the previously colored concrete you will need to use a