door frames, base moldings, around light fixtures and any other route of entry to living spaces. Be sure to “open” any window where they’re seen so you can get the treatment into all the cracks and crevices they will be using. ...
But I got over my guilt of hiring out drywall over a year ago. I decided that I’ve paid my dues when it comes to installing drywall, and any drywall from here on out will be hired out, even if I am fully capable and equipped to do it myself. I hired out the drywall in the ...
save them in a Ziploc bag also. (I have reused my hinges in the past to save on costs. I just spray painted the old hinges. However, if it is in your budget to do so, I recommend purchasing new ones. Be sure to take a sample of what you already have to the store with you!)...
it's time to fill all the holes with somewood filler. For the seams, we're actually usingBondoto make them essentially invisible. That stuff doesn't shrink overtime. After the crown and baseboards are in, we're going tocaulkthe heck out of this room. Caulking is really the extra step...
A whole house color scheme sets the backdrop for your home, which takes the guesswork out of decorating. Learn how to create your own whole home color palette with this step-by-step guide based on color theory and real-life examples. You will save money, time and sanity when you use th...
Black stains on shower caulking are often attributed to the growth of mold in your shower. Mold thrives in moist, warm places such as shower stalls and quickly spreads to tile as well as caulk. Some types of mold are toxic and can be dangerous to your health. Chemical products are availab...
huge cracks in the caulking or the tub itself.Discolorationmay stain a majority of the tub, making it appear perpetually dirty. These all are legitimate reasons to replace your tub. Alternatively, maybe you're just tired of the color or style and want a new look to freshen up your ...
Once caulking compounds and wood fillers have completely dried, prime any bare wood with a high-quality alkyd or 100% acrylic primer. Also prime any stains to prevent them from bleeding through the final paint coats. Wait for clear, dry weather before you prime and paint. Outdoor temperatures...
Caulking Knobs Since Donnie was the mastermind behind actually assembling and building everything, I’m going to let him take it from here… 3. Assemble the BESTA built-ins. I started by assembling the BESTA flat-packed cabinet frames. This felt like a small job after assembling all of the...
Potential buyers will be estimating their energy costs, so fix drafts by re-caulking windows and replace exterior doors if necessary. Walls and Floors A fresh coat of paint instantly transforms a space, helping it to look neat, clean, and up-to-date. Always fix obvious wall imperfections ...