How to Restore an Antique Door | Ask This Old House

How to Restore an Antique Door | Ask This Old House




Instructions of Ceramic Tile Floor

In just three steps you can lay a ceramic tile floor in the bathroom which will endure as long as the house itself. The first task is to take up the old floor covering, whatever it may be. After that, take up the wood top floor and expose the subfloor. Remove all nails and debris and check the subfloor carefully for signs of rot, warped boards and damaged spots. If any boards need replacing, does it at this time, for the new tile floor will cover the subfloor permanently.

How to Build a Wall Part 2 (End)

Gypsum wallboards are the odds-on favorite for covering walls in any area of the house. This material consists of gypsum plaster between two layers of cardboard, forming a plaster sandwich. Sheets range up to 4 by 12′. With the exception of wood-grained gypsum wallboard, which is pre-decorated, it lends itself to any decorative finish – paint, paper, fabric or texture.

How To Build A Wall Part 1

Quite a few of your home improvement or remodeling projects are likely to include the building of an interior wall. While it sounds like a king-size job, it’s really quite simple if you plan it thoroughly before you begin and consider what the new wall will do to your house. It is almost certain to alter the light and heat in the room and it may make some wiring, plumbing and heating changes necessary.

Four Awesome Ways To Use Camouflage Tarps When You Aren’t Hunting

While camouflage tarps are usually purchased for hunters to use in tree stands or blinds, there are plenty of other uses for them. Check out five awesome ways you can use your camo tarps year round.

Using Ice Rink Tarps To Build Your Own Skating Rink

Constructing a home ice rink is easy if you use the right kind of heavy duty tarps as ice rink liners and follow some simple guidelines. Be sure you buy your ice rink tarps and other materials that can withstand low temperatures and hold plenty of weight.

Be Proactive by Preparing Your Home for Fall – Now

Fall is full of fun times and crazy schedules for many homeowners. Now is the time to make sure that your home is prepared for what the fall weather has in store.

10 Must-Do Home Maintenance Tasks for Fall

Fall is the perfect time to get your home prepared for the winter season. The following 10 home maintenance tasks will put your house and property in great shape to withstand the cold temperatures and harsh weather that is on the way.

DIY Air Conditioning Maintenance

Keeping your unit up-to-date greatly impacts the air quality in your home. Maintaining an air conditioner can save you thousands of dollars, and it could be as monumental as getting more years out of your current unit, or as satisfying as seeing a lower monthly electrical bill. These tips are quick, easy, and worth it for homeowners with a central air conditioning unit. Routine preventive maintenance keeps your air conditioning unit running efficiently.

Home Organization Projects for Woodworkers

Whether you are inspired by pure necessity or simply have an itch to get started a new woodworking project, there are countless ways to customize your home’s organization. Consider the following projects to create storage space and streamline your home: Built in Shelving: Installing built in shelving adds character as well as tons of storage to a home. The feasibility of adding built ins depends on the layout of the room.

Instructions Of a Portable Power Saw And Power Sander

With a portable power saw, wood can be cut at least ten times faster than by hand, and the cuts will be far more accurate and look much better. Saws range from little ones, weighing 27/4″ pounds and cutting to a depth of 5/4″, to large 12″ units, weighing 34 pounds. It’s best to buy the smallest that will do the job. An inexpensive saw will cut 15/8″ deep; that is sufficient for more than 97 per cent of the cutting you will do. If you do have to cut deeper, it’s simple to reverse the wood and saw across it to meet the first cut.