DIY Home Improvement Tips

Decorating Your Bathroom Shower with Unique Curtains and Rods

admin — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 23:37:52 +0000

Bathrooms are often a great place to add a little decorating touch. Many homes have more than one bathroom, so you can have multiple themes that fit the primary occupant’s tastes, and you can make each one unique. One way to add that individual touch is with a unique shower curtain and rods, or even a unique toilet seat.

Bathroom Magazine Racks – Wall Mount and Tank Mount

admin — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:27:09 +0000

One popular way to add storage for the home without much expense or taking up much room is a home magazine rack. These can be quite simple, and can easily be put by a chair or a recliner as a handy way to store catalogues and magazines, and have the dual advantage of being easily moved. But without a doubt one of the most popular types is the bathroom magazine rack or holder. These come in a few other styles, as a recliner is not the “standard” chair in the bathroom, so they need to be installed in some unique ways.

The most common and least expensive would be the tank mount racks or holders. These are often a simple chrome colored rack that hangs down from the tank, often hooking under the lid as a mounting device. These are simple to install, inexpensive, and readily available. One possible disadvantage of mounting a holder there is the need to turn and lean back to get to the contents when seated. If that mounting approach is not adequate, there are a couple of other types to consider.

Flooring Materials – What are the Best Flooring Materials

admin — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 04:55:42 +0000

Some of the most common flooring materials include wood, ceramic and vinyl, and these work well for most common applications. But there are a lot of other flooring materials available, some as old as building itself, others representing the latest in high-tech materials science. We take a look a the best applications for many of these other less common materials, and see what might be the best flooring material for your application.

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Pipes Freezing – Tips for Preventing Frozen Pipes

admin — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:17:09 +0000

As winter approaches on chore to make sure we do is to take steps to avoid having your pipes freezing in the colder nights. A frozen pipe isn’t itself a problem. After all, copper pipes can get to temperatures far below the freezing point of water without cracking. But too often it is accompanied by an ice blockage inside the pipe. That can lead to a pressure build up that ultimately bursts the pipe. Not only do you lose the ability to get water from the faucet, but now have the larger problem of clean up and repair.

In many homes, the odds of a burst pipe in winter from low temperatures are very low. But others have exposed pipes in crawlspaces or elsewhere. It takes only a modest opening around the base of the house to let in winds that can chill pipes to sub-freezing temperatures.

Installing Fence Posts – How to Install Fence Posts

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:36:43 +0000

Whether made of wood, vinyl or chain link a fence can only be as sturdy as its posts. In some designs, the posts are the only supports for the fence. So, setting them securely, bracing them and making them straight are essential.

Ornamental Fences – A Look at the Types of Ornamental Fencing

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 19:02:11 +0000

Fences can provide privacy, security and a barrier to keep out unwanted animals. But nothing in that list implies that it can’t be beautiful, too. Ornamental fences come in a range of materials and styles as diverse as the homes they often surround. Each satisfies the need for individual taste in an attractive way.

Aluminum is a common base material for ornamental fences. It’s sturdy, resists oxidation and can be shaped into any desired form. Even traditional styles like a wrought iron spiked fence are often actually made of aluminum today.

Wood Fence Designs – A Look at the Types of Wood Fences

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:54:55 +0000

With all the high tech materials available in the world today, surprisingly wood fences are still among the most popular of fence designs. But technology has allowed the choices of material, style and treatment to expand enormously even when choosing wood. Here is a look at some wood fence design choices, and which might best fit your needs

Cedar continues to be selected by millions. It’s attractive, insect and rot-resistant, and comes in a variety of shades. Western Red Cedar is just what it sounds like, a reddish wood. Northern White Cedar is actually a pale yellow, much lighter than its reddish cousin.

Garden Fencing – Tips for Installing Garden Fences

admin — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 22:40:02 +0000

Keeping rabbits and deer at bay is one good reason to have a garden fence. But even when you don’t have to worry about animals, fences can provide a lovely border. They also provide protection against wind. Many people will hold off putting one up, though, because the task seems overwhelming. It doesn’t have to be.

Flooring Types – A Look at the Different Types of Flooring

admin — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 04:19:57 +0000

Choosing a type of flooring can be a daunting task. There are several varieties – wood, ceramic, stone, vinyl, carpeting and many specialty materials. Within each broad category, there are literally hundreds of choices. Fortunately, narrowing them down is a simple matter of attending to a few basic guidelines.

Bathroom Wiring – Fans, Vents, and Other Bathroom Wiring

admin — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 02:14:52 +0000

Wiring a bathroom presents a few unique challenges. Not only do you run into unique appliances like vents and fans, but the grounding concerns are a critical safety element in bathroom wiring. Bathrooms are enclosed, usually smaller, and often put moisture into the entire air space of the bathroom. That makes wiring them for safety all the harder and more important.