Patio doors are often blamed for being easy to break into. There are a few steps you can take to make your entrance so secure that the only way in is to break the glass down. Most thieves do not want to go to that much trouble and make that much noise. Check with your entrance su...
How to Prevent Damage to a Hardwood Floor Put door mats inside and outside exterior doors to cut down on the dirt and moisture tracked in. Avoid scratches by using floor protectors under furniture and putting down rugs in high-traffic areas. ...
KI-WOO (CONT’D) I’m here to prepare you for the real thing. I’m not here to help you learn. I’m here to help you score. 18. 15 INT. MANSION - KITCHEN - EVENING CLOSE ON a thick money envelope being handed to Ki-Woo. YON-KYO I’ll pay you each month on this ...
Sliding glass walls are typically interior pieces, but they can also be used as exterior walls. In this application, the wall is similar to a patio door. They allow more sunlight into the home and are especially common in ranch-style houses. Exterior sliding glass walls cost more than interi...
Remember to check for and plug drafty windows, doors or vents. This step will save you money on your utility bills throughout the winter while making your home more efficient and environmentally friendly. If you’re still not convinced, imagine reducing your home’s energy use by 5 to 30 ...
a better sound barrier around doors, swap hollow core doors for MDF (medium density fiber) or solid wood doors, and add closed cell foam tape or weather stripping around door jambs. If you have sliding glass patio doors, upgrade to acoustical soundproof glass doors or hang soundproof curtains...
But it’s also easy for me to say that when we still have a gas grill on the back patio for the not-everyday experience of cooking with fire. Replacing the 2018-vintage gas furnace and water heater with more efficient heat-pump units will be a task for another year. ↩︎ Yes, ...
I did a small version of this in my backyard by putting in a circular garden bed between my patio and deck. Which created a curved walkway to get from one to the other. Installing an arbor (which you can find HERE*) at the front of it and taller plants on both sides prevents you ...
Shield your doors and windows Doors and windows are at greater risk of damage than other parts of a home during high winds. One common cause of damage is flying projectiles, such as patio furniture or broken tree limbs. One of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of storm damage to...
How? Floor-to-ceiling mirrors, like those found on many closet doors, can instantly make a room look twice as big. A mirror placed across from a window will bring more natural light into your home, making it appear more spacious. Small mirrors placed in dark or small corners can draw ...