Archive for July, 2006

Jul 24, Techniques for Sanding Wood.

The start makes the finish and sanding wood is the start of a beautiful finish.Original post by Head Homeboy

Basement Waterproofing : 9 Ways to Keep the Basement Dry

Dany Daylight of the Waterproofing Foundation lends us his insight with 9 tips on keeping your basement dry:
* Place gutters on your home. Otherwise water will gather at the basis of your home, next to the foundation walls. If this occurs, the water may end up in the basement.
* If you happened to h…

Preventing Kitchen Water Damage

Leo Nov from RestorationSOS has sent us some interesting tips on preventing water damage in the kitchen. By doing so, a home owner can take one extra step in preserving the home’s value for years to come. The kitchen is often neglected even though it is often cleaned and warning signs of exces…

Dealing with Spills on a Carpet

Carpets are great underfoot, but when it comes to spills and stains, they can be a problem. You can minimize the difficulty of lifting a stain if you do the following immediately. First, remove any semi-solid material with a rounded spoon and place a clean, white absorbent material such as paper to…

Jul 13, Paint Stripping Techniques

Chemical paint stripping can remove multiple layers of finish and reveal the woods true beauty.Original post by Head Homeboy

Jul 8, Wood Deck Maintenance

Important wood deck maintenance strategies and ideas to extend the life of the finish.Original post by Head Homeboy

Jul 5, Properly apply a wood deck stain for lasting resuts.

A wood deck stain can be applied with a brush, sprayer or pad depending on the type of stain you choose. Learn how to apply a wood deck stain for the most pleasing results. Original post by Head Homeboy

Displaying the American Flag

Happy Fourth of July, everyone!
Are you planning to display the American flag on this holiday? If you are, you may be wondering how to display it properly. Most citizens expect the flag to be treated with respect, noting that the flag is a symbol of core values and ideals our people have aspired t…