faded, or damaged (due to heat, moisture, and age) but the boxes – the part that’s attached to the wall – are sound, the cabinets are good candidates for a facelift. However, if the boxes themselves are in bad shape, you may need to completelyreplace the cabinetry. ...
As far as which to install first, we recommend starting with the wall cabinets. That way, you won't have to reach across the lower cabinets or risk damaging them. Working with an assistant, fasten to the wall a temporary ledger board on which to rest the back of the cabinet, or use ...
Even floor lamps and filing cabinets can help section off a work area. Visual partitions can help ensure you remain focused on work when in the designated office space. Make your workspace work for you Every company’s culture and workspace setup is different. As you try to improve ...
Building a TV Bookcase Wall Unit We wanted to complement existing details in the house so we chose to incorporate similar bookcase flat panel cabinet doors and side panels that are also found in the adjacent kitchen cabinets. Because space is limited and this bookcase is centered between two doo...
This is important whether you are staining the base and wall cabinets in the home or doors and drawers in the garage. 3 Apply tri-sodium phosphate (TSP) cleaner to all surfaces of the cabinetry. Apply with a sponge or a scrub pad. If possible, find a no-rinse type of TSP for easy...
Examine the painted areas to make sure the entire surface is receiving a uniform coat of paint. Too much will run or drip; too little will let the old paint show through. If you notice these flaws, it means you are not keeping the spray gun a uniform distance from the wall at all ti...
Picking a paint finish will determine the final look and durability of your project. Here's the scoop on popular sheens and the benefits of each to help you make the best choice. View the Sheen Guide FAQs You're painting and all of a sudden "it" happens. Now what? We know that proje...
But you might need dwelling coverage for things like hardwood floors, wall-to-wall carpeting, bathroom fixtures, kitchen cabinets and built-in appliances. In some cases, your association’s policy might cover original fixtures but not improvements you’ve made to your unit. Condo coverage varies ...
Major elements and rooms will be labeled (e.g., “Great Room” or “Primary Bedroom”) to indicate their intended use. These labels will be included for the main areas of your home, such as the bedrooms, baths, and kitchen, and other important elements to make the layout easier to unde...
Visit Alyson over at The Ragged Wren to see more of her room makeovers, like her daughter’s shabby beach bedroom.. Plus, Alyson is a professional painter and she shares a ton of great painting tips, like how to paint cabinets like a pro, how to paint wood floors, and the ever-so...