Using tiles to decorate your home is very popular. These versatile decorations are ideal for covering walls and floors in a variety of places around the home and are particularly popular in the bathroom and kitchen. If you’ve decided to use tiles during renovations of your home, however, you might be torn between using porcelain …
If you have ever done any kind of home improvement with wood you will have heard of various types of wood finishes. But if someone were to ask you what is varnish would you be able to explain it to them? Could you tell them exactly what it is and how it is used? What …
There are many different aspects of roofing all with terms you may never have heard of. One of these is a soffit. But what is a soffit? We look at the definition and purpose of this important element of your roof and why it is necessary. We differentiate it from fascia and take a look …
Plaster is one of those words that you hear associated with construction and remodeling but have you ever asked yourself, what is plaster? We’re here to help you find out. We’ll look at the different types and what they are used for as well as comparing plaster to drywall. What Is Plaster? Plaster is a …
When we measure land, we use acres as a measurement, and while this gives you a good idea of how large a piece of land is, it’s not always easy to visualize in our minds what this looks like. Even though we can find out that one acre is 43,560 square feet, it doesn’t have …
Until you get started with DIY work, you really cannot fully understand just how wide the range of tools and products involved in this section of the market is. There are a ton of different heavy-duty power tools, what seems like a million types of nails and screws, and that is without even mentioning liquid …
If you are getting tired of staring at the same drab looking tiles in your bathroom every day, then you may be thinking about replacing them. While as a thought this may appear simple, however in reality it can take a lot of time and effort to remove the tiles and to replace them – …
When it comes to interior DIY projects, you don’t really have to worry about the weather getting in the way. However, when it comes to doing work outside, the weather can cause your best-laid plans to grind to a halt. One of the DIY tasks people are most worried about when it comes to the …
Have you ever wondered if there are differences between timber and lumber? Well, if so, let’s clear one thing up for you – both refer to wood. In the US and Canada, we refer to wood that has been processed into beams and planks, and lumber. In reality, this is the same as timber (as …
There are many important parts of a building to make it safe and secure. But, one of the most crucial components is the parapet. Acting as protection for a building or structure, a parapet is a barrier installed on the edge of a roof or balcony. It plays a key role in the safety of …
