To get rid of rats permanently, you need to follow four important steps, as shown in the top graphic. First, you need to perform a full inspection of the home, from top to bottom - under the house and on the roof, anywhere rats or mice can find an entry point. Amouse in the atti...
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Repeat this process until you have removed all the old silicone. Once you have removed the old silicone, the next step is to clean the area. Use a silicone sealant remover to clean all the corners. It is important to ensure that the area is completely dry before applying the new ...
Hold a can of clear, acrylic, sealant spray paint 10 inches away from the shoes. Apply one even coat to each shoe, and allow the shoes to dry. This will protect your design from wear and the elements. If taking off your shoes can clear out a room, it’s obvious your funky-smelling...
This is a great time to get rid of old items that you’re simply not going to consume. For instance, those 6-month leftovers you’ve forgotten about that were hidden in the back of the freezer! It's also worth knowing how long will food last in the freezer, as certain food has a...
When there isn’t enough sunlight to keep the deck dry, treat the deck with a water sealant once a year. This will prevent the wood from soaking up the moisture, allowing the deck to dry faster after rain. As we discussed above, it’s also important to be mindful whenstaining a deck...
Step 3 - Seal all secondary areas with caulk or other sealant, but leave the main entry/exit gaps open. Step 4 - Set one-way exclusion netting or funnels on the primary areas. This is very tricky to get right. Step 5 - Observe at dusk to make sure all the bats are able to get ...
Cover all vegetation and protect your valuables from damage before sealing the deck. Use traditional painters’ tape to cover or block surfaces that may stick to thedeck sealant. Apply the deck sealer using a paint sprayer or a roller brush. Use steady strokes and back brush stains that absorb...
Pour soap mixture into silicon molds and tap against the counter to get rid of air bubbles. Place soap mold into the fridge to cool overnight. Leave soaps at room temperature for at least 24 hours before unmolding or cutting. Once the soaps have been unmolded, space them out onto parchme...
Though it is difficult to determine from the photograph, the junction of the back splash and the tile counter is missing grout or sealant. This typically isn’t a major issue unless the counter is sloped to the rear. In this case however, the moisture has lead to mold growth on the shee...