Builders have known for years that water and wood don't mix. A barrier is required to keep the water and/or moisture out of the wood framing. An air and water barrier is wrapped around the house to keep the moisture outside. Older barriers, such as synthetic stucco or EIFS, blocked water transfer in both directions. A major mistake. Current products include a new generation of drainable EIFS.
The following companies make or distribute modern air and water infiltration barriers. Proper installation of the vapor barrier and the use of the approved tape is required to create a long lasting waterproof seam.
You Tub is not a bathroom fixture. It is possible some people might think it is a new bathtub, but such is not the case. It is undoubtedly a misspelling of the popular website YouTube. I have many home improvement videos on You Tube, so I thought I would clarify this on my website.
Outdoor storage sheds take the overflow of stuff out of garages. If you are going to build or buy a shed, start with excellent shed plans. The free shed plans you find might not be your best option. Storage sheds and garden sheds are pretty easy to build. Be careful of some shed kits, as they can contain low-quality materials.
Bathroom remodeling is one of the most stressful remodeling jobs there is. To make the job worthwhile, start with great bathroom remodeling ideas. Remodeling a bathroom can take a few days or a few weeks, depending upon the type of bathroom remodeling plans you choose to work with. Select a bathroom remodeling contractor who can prove to you he will be on the job each day until it is complete.
Pantry organizers can be fixed shelves or ingenious pullout pantry drawers. Pantry organization helps keep food fresh, as foodstuffs don't get hidden for months behind other things in the pantry. My kitchen pantry is a combination of fixed shelves and five rollout drawers that hold cans, jars and boxes of food and juices.
Spray painting is not as hard as you might think. Airless spray painting is a popular method that has come a long way in the past 25 years. Spray can painting is the method most people begin with, as it is convenient and inexpensive. Spray painting tips range from shaking the paint well before spraying to lightly misting the surface being painted.
A kitchen backsplash will keep walls dry and make them look dramatic. Kitchen backsplash ideas can range from ceramic tile, solid stone, stamped metal, engineered stone and even plastic laminate. A kitchen tile backsplash is perhaps the most common choice of materials, but don't let that stop you from trying something else that might look fantastic.
Want to keep water from touching your wood framing members? These water barrier installation tips will get you started.
Adding sweat equity to your new house construction or remodeling project can save you money. But be aware of the downside! Your time and productivity. Building codes may enter into your decision also.
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