A specialized wallpaper primer/sealer prevents the adhesive from bleeding through and damaging the underlying drywall or plaster. Don't let ill-informed sales personnel talk you out of priming the walls before you apply wallpapers. Visit a store specializing in wallpaper to get the best advice.
Did you know that wallpaper needs primed walls and should be relaxed before you hang it? Want to know how to wallpaper perfect corners, and what wallpapering tools to use? These tips for hanging wallpaper will explain how to get a professional result with your wallpaper.
Drywall installation can be done correctly and still you get cracks. Joint compound can hold too much water and crack upon drying. Or it could be cracking from movement of the walls.
Dust masks can filter toxic vapors and/or particles, and can be disposable or have replaceable filters. Buy a dust mask that filters the sizes of particles and/or types of fumes you will confront. Check these manufacturers.
Keep the dust contained and to a minimum when building or remodeling. Dust control and ventilation are easy with simple techniques and proper equipment.
My mother's cedar chest brought me back in time to wonderful childhood memories. The heady aroma of cedar still worked its magic on me, thanks to good craftsmanship against air infiltration. Above and beyond nostalgia, cedar chests, cedar closets or cedar lining in drawers or armoires can save your expensive clothing from damage. Read here how to beat the dastardly insects with an appetite for your garment investments and how to restore your own cedar chest or closet.
I highly recommend cedar clothing protection in your home. A cedar chest or cedar closet adds value to your home, does a fantastic job of protecting your clothing investment, and adds a unique aroma. Take the time to install a good one!
A closet of cedar is easiest to construct in a new home, but with some effort, an existing closet can be converted. Use cedar planks, cedar chip flakeboard or cedar veneer plywood for your aromatic cedar closet. Read these cedar closet construction tips before you begin.
Cedar protects various clothing fabrics and fights musty odor. Use cedar lumber for a cedar chest, a cedar closet, in drawers or seal in a simple box with your items. These do's and don'ts will keep your aromatic cedar working and explain how to restore aromatic cedar when it needs refreshing.
Attic ladders come in varieties of types and reliability. From a folding ladder or stairway to a one piece disappearing stairway, folding ladders for attic access were unregulated for many years. When choosing folding stairs, look for sturdy treads and hardware to start. These tips will help you choose an attic access ladder that will provide safe and lasting usage.
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