If you are replacing existing window trim, use a utility knife first thing to score the old caulk along the inside edge and outside edge of the side casings, head casing, and window sill board. Then, remove the old trim from the wall with a pry bar. Step 1 – Make the Window Sill ...
Windows will often have gaps around the trim and under the sill. To seal these, you can use a caulk gun. Cut the top of the tube of caulk at a 45-degree angle. Use the pin underneath the gun to break the seal and place the tube into the caulk gun. Position the caulk gun and ...
Brown recluse spiders (allegedly) hate the smell of citrus and cedarso you can put cedar shavings and/or citrus peels around the outside entry points of your home to convince them to stay away. Apply caulk to any cracks that a spider might crawl through. Brown recluse spiders in particular...
Building a garden in your backyard is a wonderful way to give back to the environment. You can grow all sorts of vegetables, fruits and even herbs without having to use too much space. For those who live in apartment buildings, there are many different ways to use your balcony to grow t...
Caulk Instructions: Start by determining how high you want your board and batten. I simply cut my 8 foot boards in thirds (minus a little for the saw blade width), so my boards were 31 1/2 inches, plus the 4 inches for top trim. So from the top of the baseboard to the top of ...
We’reno strangers to installing shiplapsince we started this blog 6+ years ago, but it has been a hot minute since we tackled this project. And ever since our last one when our style was more rustic farmhouse inour previous house, shiplap has come a long way and is no longer just ...
When I started planning how to make this room work as a shared bedroom for both of my sons, I knew there needed to be way more usable storage in the closet to hold all of their stuff. So I designed and built custom DIY closet shelves, gave everything a fresh coat of paint, and no...
Using a HEPA vacuum clean up ALL the surfaces (walls, floors, trim, etc.) Wipe down ALL the surfaces with a rag moistened with TSP. You may have to do this a couple times until the rag comes out clean.Think of the white glove test. ...
If you notice any cracks, crevices, or gaps along the floorboards of your home, apply caulk to fill in the space and prevent crickets from getting in.[16] Apply weatherstripping to doors and windows to help fill in gaps while they’re closed. Then, check your doors, windows, and any...
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