Your home's foundation provides stability and strength. The foundation walls are as important as the flooring, since they give the building its support and structure. If you happen to notice cracks along the foundation walls, repair them immediately to prevent them from spreading, which causes sever

Old bathroom tiles are often difficult to replace, but if your bathroom has a retro look and feel, the tiles will add to the design. Instead of going through the mess, expense and inconvenience of replacing them, give your old bathroom tiles a good scrubbing.

Pipes that lead to the outside of your home can create a path for unwanted moisture. Properly installing flashing to these pipes can help keep water out and increase energy efficiency. Pipe flashing is most commonly used on vent pipes of various sizes that exit from a roof. The flashing is sold in p

Wood flooring comes in a variety of colors and finishes.Floor image by Einar Bog from Fotolia.comCenturies-old wood floors endure in palaces, homes and state buildings around the world. Modern wood flooring choices include selections for cuts, colors, patterns, finishes and even species...

Durable, easy to care for and great looking, stained cement floors are both practical and stylish. Although the process of acid staining cement rarely results in floors that are precise and perfect, this adds to their allure, as acid-stained floors' mottled look mimics surfaces found in nature, such

Types of Recycled Woodplywood pattern image by bright from Fotolia.comRecycled, or reclaimed wood is an economical and ecofriendly alternative to natural wood. Used wood for recycling comes from old, unused wooden structures like old barns, fences and industrial buildings that are...

Tile countertops are popular in many homes and are easy to install. In most cases, tile countertops are just as easy to install as tile floors. For long-lasting countertops, you will need to install a plywood base which is cut and screwed to the base cabinets. Cement backerboard and tile are then in

If you're installing a shower into a new area that doesn't have a current shower drain, you'll have to cut a new hole into the shower subfloor as a part of installation. All shower drains must meet state and local building code requirements, so always check to ensure your project is code compliant.

Aluminum is recognized for its resilience, strength and lightweight density. Home roofs and siding are commonly composed of aluminum for energy efficiency and added durability. Although natural oxide film protects aluminum from corrosion, scratched or damaged aluminum surfaces can develop corrosion

If you want to spruce up your fireplace, but don't want to spend a bundle of money buying a new mantle, consider making your own fireplace mantel instead. Making your own fireplace mantel is easier than you might think. Adding one piece of rustic reclaimed wood above your fireplace can give the room

Laminate is a versatile and low-maintenance countertop material. Today's laminate countertops come in an increasingly broad array of colors, patterns and designs that can give your kitchen or bathroom a unique look and feel. If you have laminate countertops, chances are they're produced by Wilsonart

A hopscotch tile pattern, also known as a step pattern, is made up of two sizes of tile with the smaller tile "stepping off" of the larger. Any two sizes of tile can be used, although, most often, the hopscotch pattern includes a small tile half the size of the larger tile--for example, 6-inch tiles

The perfect home office has all the right equipment and no distractions.desktop clutter image by Pix by Marti from Fotolia.comWith the advent of the Internet, working from home has become less of a fortunate arrangement for certain people. While certain work-from-home careers might...

A Caradco sliding glass door (also known as a "ranch slider") is designed to provide a sturdy barrier between indoors and outdoors. However, it sometimes may be necessary to remove the door, whether to replace cracked glass or install another door. Caradco doors are intended to make removal and re-i

Removing and replacing the glass on a window, car or anywhere else isn't a difficult job, but still requires some skills. Before actually replacing the glass, you first need to remove the old piece or prepare the new window. The next step is the installation of the new glass and at the end, add fini

Installing drywall in a basement typically means having to build a frame to accept the drywall. The process of framing an existing block or brick wall does not require substantial construction. You can install furring strips (small strips of wood measuring 1 inch by 3 inches) on the block wall so th

Frost is an important consideration when choosing what tile to use outdoors. Homeowners may be tempted to use simple and varied ceramic tiles, like they use indoors. However, almost all ceramic tiles will suffer in any but the most mild climates, and quickly deteriorate under frosty, winter conditio

Available shelving dividers are often made with metal or plastic meaning they do not match well with a wooden shelf. Homemade shelf dividers can organize a messy shelf and make the content or decorative items more pleasing to see from a distance. Use basic plywood to build shelving dividers and give

Acoustic materials are used to manipulate sound waves for better recordings.girl with headphones and sound waves background image by patrimonio designs from Fotolia.comAcoustic materials are used in recording studios, the home and in offices to manipulate, deaden or lessen sound and...

Vinyl composition tile has been in use for decades. There are many makers supplying a multitude of styles and colors to fit any interior. It can be installed over any sub-floor that is solid, level and firm. The key to a successful installation lies in establishing straight rows that can be repeated