Over time, sand/dust was sucked into the furnace, circulated, some exited through un-sealed duct joints and due to static electric charge, clung to the Styrofoam used to insulate the block in the crawl space. I taped and sealed all of the duct joints and had a sealed vapor barrier placed...
It might not have been top of your priority list, especially given all the great summer weather we’re looking forward to, but installing a quality drainage system for your patio is as critical as choosing yourpaving slabsorblock paving. ...
Mix a batch of mortar in a large bucket containing one part portland cement, two parts masonry sand and enough water to bring the mixture to the consistency of peanut butter. Use an electric drill with a paddle bit to mix the mortar as you add the water to the dry ingredients. Spread t...
-Use a drone as a tool in your blogger toolkit.In other words, when I’mpitching a brand collaboration– or if I’m trying toland a press tripwith a tourism board or hotel– it’s so much easier for me to be able to seal the deal or get the job or close the pitch because I h...
Many readers ask me how much they should sand a piece before painting. I sand everything before painting it with fine or medium grit sandpaper. A quick going over with the paper attached to a sanding block is all that is needed to rough the surface a bit. It only takes a few minutes...
Regularly check the nozzle for blockages.It’s the nature of spray varnishes to become blocked really easily but I keep a rag next to me and a practice canvas so I can clean the nozzle, check the spray flow on the practice canvas and go again for real. I find I have to do this se...