Whether you are protecting new wood floors or refinishing old, worn-out floors, choosing the best finish for your hardwood floor can cause selection headaches. There are tons of finishes designed for different species of hardwood floors, so you need to decide the one that best suits your floor. We all want for hardwood floors to…
Acrylic pouring is the art of mixing acrylic paint organically with a pouring medium (most commonly water, Elmer’s Glue, and Flood Floetrol) to create appreciable artwork. A hair dryer for acrylic pouring has become an essential aspect of painting for artists nowadays. You would think, what does a hair accessory got to do with acrylic…
Wood dries over time which eventually leads to cracks and splits in woods, especially beams and posts. The fact that your wooden beam or post has cracks doesn’t necessarily mean your wood is damaged. The primary methods and steps on how to repair split wood beams are outlined in this article. You can restore your…
Pressure-treated wood is an excellent and standard option for framing and other interior applications due to its resistance to rots and insects and its long-lasting ability. Although, due to the potentially toxic chemicals that it contains, it’s never advisable to use lumber on countertops and cutting boards. However, while you read through this post, you…
Best quality epoxy resins come with a very effective UV protection in the epoxy and protect your work from yellowing but rather maintains its shine. Epoxy resin is a flexible silicone resin made up of two parts: the resin and the hardener. These two substances harden in a matter of hours when combined and are…
Have you ever seen a dining table and wondered if indeed there is something added to the wood to make it so clear brown and inviting? Well, I have even eaten at a family’s function all because of their alluring table. So do you think there is secret hiding between the grains of these woods?…
Having your favorite chair out on the porch where you sip on your coffee every morning sounds bliss, and outdoor wooden furniture helps us enjoy the different shades of the beautiful weather. Over time they tend to warp, rot and crack due to exposure to excess sunlight, moisture, rain, UV light, and other environmental conditions….
You’re sitting there, quiet as a mouse, when you hear that all-too-familiar scratching sound. A tiny invader is lurking somewhere in the shadows of your home. Suddenly, you notice subtle traces of destruction: small, roughened edges, chewed corners, tiny piles of wood dust. Could it be? Do you have a wood-chewing culprit in your midst?…
Hardwood floors are beautiful. They are used in quite a number of homes to provide durable flooring that lasts for a very long period of time when given adequate cleaning attention. These floors are also classic, they never go out of style and as such, keep adding value to your home. Hardwood floors usually are…
Kitchen cabinets undergo more wear and tear compared to other cabinetry in any other room in the house. If your cabinets are looking old and worn out, it is time to restain them so they can look nice again. You don’t need to worry about stripping if you don’t want to waste too much time….
Despite the increased use of concrete as a sub-floor in homes, hardwood flooring still remains one of the favorites. They are very popular in homes as they tend to add beauty and value to any home. However, floors are prone to dirt, mess, dust, grime, etc, and they tend to pose a particular challenge as…
