Painting and Home Improvement: Choosing the Right Tools
By: stevePainting is one of the least expensive and easiest ways to dramatically change the look of your home. Of course, choosing the right color is very important, but having the correct tools and cleaning materials is also essential.
Home Improvement: Colors and Emotions
By: steveA great deal of a homes color choice should come down to personal preference, as it is a reflection of the home owner, but it is also a good idea to take into account the effect that colors can have on our emotions. This is something that advertisers do everyday, but many homeowners do not think to consider the impact their color choice could have on the way they feel.
Home Improvement: Hue, Intensity, and Value
By: steveOn a basic color wheel, the relationship between different colors can be observed in their pure state. However, by adding white, gray, and black, it is possible to create millions of combinations of colors, which have a different tone.
Home Improvement: Colors, Combinations, and Color Wheels
By: steveThere are literally thousands of colors to choose from, but all of the colors in the world can be described using a combination of one of three colors. These three colors, which are called primary colors, are the basis for each and every other color in the world. When choosing a color for your home, understanding the relationship between primary colors, secondary colors, and tertiary colors is very important.
What Causes a Leaky Chimney
By: steveSince most chimneys go through the roof of the home, often with four sides touching the roof, it is common for the area around the chimney to leak. This, like other roof repairs, can be quite expensive. Most often, a leaky chimney is caused by improperly installed flashing, which is used to prevent water from the roof seeping into the area where the shingles meet the chimney.
A Primer on Vinyl and Aluminum Siding
By: steveWhen choosing a siding for your home, often the decision comes down to whether to install vinyl or aluminum siding. Both have their own advantages and disadvantages, and providing they are properly installed, both can last for many years with little maintenance.
Tankless Coil Water Heaters
By: steveA tankless coil water heater works by sending a small amount of water through a winding metal coil, which is surrounded by hot water. The hot water that surrounds the coil causes the water inside of the coil to heat up, so when it leaves the coil it is at an adequate temperature.
How to Fix Foggy Insulated Windows
By: steveInsulated windows are windows that use multiple panes, creating an area in between each pane, which helps prevent heat from leaking through the window, as well as helping with cooling costs. These types of windows can last for a long time, but sometimes the inside of the panes, which can not be reached with a rag, can become foggy.
Roof Ventilation and Moisture Frequently Asked Questions
By: steveThe roof is not only one of the most important parts of a home, but it can also be the most expensive to repair. Many of the more common problems in the roof, such as moisture and frost buildups, are caused by improper roof ventilation.
Fixing that Wobbly Ceiling Fan
By: steveA wobbly ceiling fan can be more than an inconvenience and can actually potentially cause electrical problems. Often, it is a simple fix that involves re-balancing the fan. However, it could also be an indication that the fan itself is damaged.
Heap Pumps: Keeping Your Home Warm
By: steveAnyone who has spent a winter in a home with no heat can tell you how important a heat pump can be, but often in colder climates, the traditional heat pump will not be effective, well not without wasting a lot of energy.
Hot Water Heater Repair: Replacing the Anode
By: steveEven though most water heaters are mostly made out of steel, the inside of them must be coated with another material, otherwise there would be a good deal of corrosion. Even with this coating, there is still a chance that imperfections might exist, so an anode is also installed, which is designed to corrode and act as a sort of sacrificial lamb. Replacing the Anode, while in theory is very easy, can prove to be difficult depending on where the water heater is installed.
Adding Color to Your Soap
By: MaryMany people that make their own soap, stick to only natural colors, letting the various ingredients and textures speak for themselves. However, adding a little color can also be pretty fun and is nice for the holiday times.
Basic Soap Making Recipes
By: MaryMaking your own soap is not just a fun type of arts and crafts, but it can also be a great way to save money and guarantee that your soap only contains high quality ingredients. There are a number of ways to make soap and this article lists some basic soap making recipes.
Basic Soap Making Ingredients
By: MaryOne of the best things about making your own soap is that you can control what ingredients go into it, such as using different scents or vitamins. However, there are some basic ingredients that are usually used when making soap.