What material do you recommend for making window frames? When it comes to DIY window frame making, we recommend using a good quality wood for the frame that can be purchased in planks from your local hardware retailer. How do I seal the edges of the wood so that dirt doesn't get in?
Cracks around the window frames lead to cold air entering the house. But when you insulate windows through simple and inexpensive projects, it offers huge benefits. It keeps your monthly energy bills low and offers comfort. Best insulation around windows does not transform a poor window into a ...
It can be used to seal around window frames, plumbing pipes, wood-to-brick joints and just about anywhere else that allows air into your home. It also can be used to seal around bathtubs and sinks, and other places where you want to seal out water. It's easy to do, and since ...
One of the easiest ways to protect your windows from the elements is to install or replace weatherstripping. Weatherstripping creates a seal between your window and its frame, preventing air leaks and keeping moisture out. It’s particularly important for older windows that may not be as energy...
If you don't measure correctly the first time, you'll have to make another trip to the store and buy more glass. Most stores have a no-return policy on cut glass. All window frames will expand or contract due to the weather elements. ...
Anything that isn’t going to be handled frequently, or that won’t come into contact with other objects probably doesn’t need to be seal coated if you don’t want to. Smaller items such as vases, jars, picture frames, and desk accessories will still look nice if they haven’t had...
Add caulk around window frames, as well as around any air intake or exhaust grilles. Use caulk to patch small cracks in foundations and siding, or use it to seal joints where the siding meets the roof or foundation. Latex varieties are best if you plan to paint over them, while clear...
Fix any repairs needed in the wallpaper, such as peeling ends, cracks; make sure that all joints of the wallpaper are firmly attached to the wall. All cracks between the walls, in the baseboard and the window frames must be filled, or else the varnish may seep between these cracks, dri...
If you build it yourself you can make it floor to ceiling and create a cavity in the shelving that leaves room for the pipes without eating up extra floor space. What's nice about this method is the shelves can then be used to hold books, photo frames, trinkets, and anything else that...
On a sunny day go into the shed, cover all the windows, and note where the light comes in. These are the obvious locations to seal. The more airtight I can make my shed, the more comfortable it will be in winter and summer; and less expensive to heat or cool. Some of the cracks...