Expert advice on exterior painting, selecting the right house paint, DIY painting tips and advice for dealing with common outdoor paint problems.
As you prepare for a session of waxing, you might think about how much hair needs to be removed and the pain involved. Did you know there are different types of waxes to remove hair? Not two, not three but seven. It is now more important than ever to use the right one. Hard Wax ...
Housewraps are moisture barriers, or water barriers, or rain barriers because they keep actual drops of water out of the building wall cavity, but they do not trap the much-smaller individual molecules of water H2O - water vapor. Housewrap is a moisture barrier that also serves as an air...
How much does stucco siding cost? Stucco siding typically costs between $10,255 and $18,659. Like fiber cement, this material is also made from a cement mixture, though it isn’t typically installed as siding panels. Instead, an installer spreads wet stucco directly onto a wall using a tr...
While stone veneer is not as durable as natural stone, it's still a reliable siding type that can cost up to half the amount and take less time to install than natural stone siding. How Much Does Home Siding Cost? There is a siding to match every budget. We have compiled price ranges...
Rammed earth in rain-prone areas is acceptable, but the construction site should be selected so that the home is protected as much as possible from the elements. Additional design features, such as good gutters and drainage systems that draw water away from the house, help protect against ...
2. The House of Livia Next door to the House of Augustus is the no-less impressive House of Livia, somewhat tenuously identified as the dwelling of the emperor’s wife thanks to an inscription found on a lead pipe in the 19th century. Discovered during excavations on the Palatine Hill in...
From furniture to walls to trim and cabinets, paint is a great way to transform pretty much anything. So I have learned from experience that the secret to getting a great finish is the primer. The right primer is often the difference between a professional looking paint job and and an amat...
If the seller is participating in the cost of repairs, my inspection will easily save you hundreds of dollars because I’ll tell you what needs repairing and about how much it will cost. If the seller is not paying for any repairs then at least you’ll know what you’re getting into....
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