Archive for the ‘home improvement’ Category

How to Paneling A Wall

Posted by editor on November 30th, 2008

There is a style of paneling to suit almost any decor. Choices include rustic boards, frame and panel designs with or without molding, and elaborate raised panels. You can cover an entire wall or choose waist-or shoulder-high wainscoting. Paneling can be made of fine hardwoods or inexpensive pine. Finishes run the gamut as well: Panels [...]

Installing A Pre-hung Door

Posted by editor on October 29th, 2008

With a factory-manufactured pre-hung door; hinges attach the door to the preassembled jambs, and the sill and jambs are braced to keep the whole assembly square until you install it. For more about the types of doors available.
Pre-hung interior doors normally have a piece of scrap trim stapled to the bottom of the door and [...]

Installing Storm And Screen Doors

Posted by editor on August 29th, 2008

Storm doors block drafts in the winter helping to minimize energy loss, and many have clip-in tempered glass panels that you can remove and replace with insect screen panels for the summer. In addition, storm doors protect the prime(main) door and newer models can actually add to your home’s curb appeal.
Choices Sturdy storm doors that [...]

Installing Asphalt Shingles

Posted by editor on July 6th, 2008

Standard three-tab asphalt shingles are the easiest of all roofing materials to install. They are a manageable weight to carry and a breeze to cut and nail. In addition, the 12-by-36­inch shingles, when given a standard weather exposure of 5-inches, cover large areas very quickly. Asphalt roof shingles are also affordable, long lasting, and readily [...]

Installing a Prefab Fireplace

Posted by editor on May 13th, 2008

Unlike building a traditional brick fireplace, installing a factory-built fireplace requires no masonry skills. The project is straightforward unless the installation involves running a flue through an upstairs bedroom or attic. Nevertheless, this is a relatively big job that does require knowledge of basic construction techniques such as working with concrete foundations, framing walls, and [...]

Repairing and Paneling of wall

Posted by editor on April 4th, 2008

Before attempting to repair wooden wall paneling. You’ll see that paneling comes in a variety of types and forms; you’ll want to take your particular type into consideration when making repairs Boards may have square edges, but most are milled to overlap or interlock. Paneling is attached to studs, furring strips, or wallboard.
Damaged solid board [...]