Monthly Archives: February 2010
There is one simple answer to this question. It will not hurt your slate flooring if you seal it. In fact it will only make it stronger and less susceptible to future damages. The best time to seal slate floor tiles is before you install them, but it is still okay to seal them after installation, in fact it’s a very common process. The following article has been designed to answer any questions you might have about the sealing process. … Continue reading
Farm style kitchen sinks are a style of sink that stretches all the way out to the front of the counter. Traditional sinks are mounted to the top or underside of the counter, whereas farm sinks are supported by the cabinet that it resides in. In this post I want to share what makes them so special and some of the other considerations that are needed when considering them for your home. Big and dramatic are how many farm style … Continue reading
Installing a fireclay farm sink is the ultimate kitchen upgrade. It shows that you have a strong eye for design and quality, but what makes these farm sinks so much more special than their stainless steel and copper brethren? This post aims to answer just that! What is fireclay? It’s a type of ceramic that is non porous and won’t stain like normal ceramic does. Most manufacturers use an environmentally friendly mix that helps you get the look you want … Continue reading
Kitchen farm sinks usually need custom cabinets built to house them. Those that are exceptionally craft may be able to reconfigure an existing counter to house a farm sink, but custom cabinets are more common. In this post I want to share what it takes to have a cabinet built for your new kitchen farm sink. For those that aren’t sure what a farm style sink is, it’s a period style sink where the front of the sink extends to … Continue reading
When you’re shopping for a farm style sink it’s easy to be taken aback by their price, but with some smart shopping you get them at much lower prices than you think. In this post I want to share some different ways to save money on farm sinks so you can get exactly what you want and still have enough cash left over to buy the sponges to wash dishes in it! A farm sink is defined by the apron … Continue reading
Adding a stainless steel farm sink to your kitchen or bathroom is one of the most dramatic fixtures that you can install. Farm sinks make a big impact by design, but when they’re stainless steel you also get the clean, industrial look that accompanies it. In this post I want to share with you some tips for finding these sinks without having to spend a fortune on them. The best thing about choosing stainless steel for your farm sink is … Continue reading
We spend a lot of time in the bathroom – it’s the first and last room of the day! Considering this it is surprising how little people think about bathroom designs. With a little bit of inspiration this room can become just as interesting and stylish as the rest of your house. You’ll enjoy the time you spend in the bathroom so much more if you’re not stuck looking at plain walls and simple fixtures. Here are some really unusual … Continue reading
Home security signs may save you a hassle for many reasons. First of all, having a home security sign in your front lawn can deter thieves and other criminals. If there is a home security sign in your front lawn, a thief or a robber may be less likely to try to break into your home and steal yours and your family’s precious belongings. Even if you don’t have a home security system, but you only have the home security … Continue reading
Men and their power tools… you know the stories from “Tim the Tool-man” and the like. Whether you’re obsessed with power tools or not, you should be obsessed with power tool safety. Whether you’re hanging a picture or chopping wood for your fire, power tools can be handy. But they can be dangerous when they aren’t used properly. Each year, roughly 125,000 power tool accidents occur, as a result of people not taking into account the inherent danger that comes … Continue reading
Replacing flooring can become quite a stressful task because there are so many different types of flooring available to choose from these days. Ultimately the main factor to consider when sorting through the many styles and colors of flooring is who lives in your home and who will be walking on the flooring? For example if there are pets in the home it is important the flooring material will stand up to possible dog messes and does not scratch easily … Continue reading
As many of us have experienced first-hand, crime rates in many cities in America have increased, and it seems that not a day goes by when the evening news does not lead with a story of a particularly frightening home invasion. Fortunately, there is a very inexpensive and highly effective way to minimize the chance that you or your family will be victimized at home. Motion sensor lights are easily installed, and are typically comprised of an outdoor floodlight type … Continue reading
With cabinet crown molding being as easy as it is to install, and the huge impact that it makes in the home, many people are jumping to do install it. Unfortunately, many kitchens and bathrooms just aren’t cut out for the look of crown molding. In this post I want to share with you why this is and how to determine if your home is a good fit for kitchen cabinet crown molding. It’s unfortunate that some homes just don’t … Continue reading
Depending upon how you plan to use your patio, you may require a different type of patio cover than your neighbor. Each homeowner may have unique features that they would like to include in their designs. If you are building from the ground up, then you have a distinct advantage in this department. The advantage is that you can get all of those features built into it from the beginning. It is much harder, for example, to put in accent … Continue reading
In case you haven’t heard already, there have been nine books recalled because they “contain errors in the technical diagrams and wiring instructions that could lead consumers to incorrectly install or repair electrical wiring.” Obviously, it’s important that these books contain correct information and should have been recalled before someone killed themselves, but there is something even worse about all of this that I think many people missed. This might turn into a bit of a rant, so I apologize … Continue reading