Category: Home Improvement
How To Mix Paint With Plaster Of Paris
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When you think of plaster, you probably don’t think about using it to create artwork. Plaster does not have a lot of uses as an art supply, but it is great for several projects. In this article, we will explore how to mix paint with plaster of Paris. This can be used in your next…
Read MoreHow To Convert 3 Handle Shower To 1 Handle
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There are many reasons why you might want to convert your 3 handle shower to a single handle. You might be renovating your bathroom and going for a more minimalist look. Or perhaps you are moving house and the new place has a single handle shower as standard. There may be any number of reasons…
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How To Apply A Second Coat Of Silicone Sealant
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There are many different types of silicone sealants available, and each has its own set of benefits and uses. If you need to apply a second coat on your project, it’s important to understand how to do so with the silicone sealant that you have chosen. The process for applying a second coat of silicone…
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How To Support Vertical Cast Iron Pipe
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Vertical cast iron pipe is often used in the water and wastewater industry. This type of pipe can be found in buildings, sewer systems, homes, and schools. However, as with most other materials used in construction, it’s not without its drawbacks. Vertical cast iron pipe must be handled carefully because it’s prone to stress fractures…
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How To Straighten Pex Pipe Roll
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If you’re designing a mechanical system that uses PEX pipe, it’s important to know how to straighten a PEX pipe roll. Pex pipes are affordable and easy to install compared to copper or stainless steel plumbing systems. Because of this, they are commonly used in new construction as well as renovations. If your design requires…
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How To Transition Vinyl Plank Flooring To Stairs
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You might know that the right flooring can be an essential part of your home, bringing a room together and adding to its aesthetic appeal. What you might not know is how to pick the right flooring for every area of your home! From the basement to the bedrooms and everything in between, there are…
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How To Remove Solder Drips From Copper Pipe
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There are many ways to solder copper pipe for plumbing, but no matter what technique you use, you’re likely to end up with some excess solder on your project. These drips look aesthetically unpleasing and can also be a nuisance when trying to fit the pipes into their fittings or connectors. Thankfully, removing these drips…
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How To Find A Stud Behind Ceramic Tile
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When you think of studs, the first image that comes to mind is wooden walls. But in reality, a stud is simply an architectural term for any vertical structural member in a wall, ceiling or floor. It can be constructed out of wood, metal or even drywall. The important thing is that the width and…
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How To Remove A Grohe Handle Shower Temperature Control
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There’s nothing more annoying than a stubborn shower handle that doesn’t want to do what you ask of it. Whether you’re trying to get warm water or cold water, the shower control needs to listen up and respond accordingly. If your grohe handle shower temperature control is giving you trouble, follow these steps for how…
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How To Bypass Aquastat
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Aquastats are used to maintain a desired water temperature in a heating system. When the water temperature falls below the aquastat’s set point, the aquastat will activate the heating system to heat the water back up to the desired temperature. If there is a problem with the heating system and it is unable to heat…
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