One of the most common questions when it comes to decorating the bathroom is: “Should the walls be fully tiled or half tiled?” The answer is that there is no “right” way. It’s not a matter of fully-tiled being better than half-tiled. Rather, both are different but equally good ways…
Caulk on both the top and bottom edge of the baseboards closes the gaps to keep the bugs out. It’s more effective, cheaper, easier, and safer than hassling with insecticide sprays and powders to protect your walls. Aesthetics are another good reason to caulk. Can I caulk between floor and…
Most children will complete toilet training and be ready to stop using diapers between 18 and 30 months of age,1 but this certainly isn’t the case for all kids. Some children are not fully out of diapers until after the age of 4. Is it normal for a 3 year…
Humming, clicking, buzzing, or other noises coming from your freezer are often part of its normal operation. For example: A low humming or buzzing noise can be heard when the compressor is running. A clicking sound can be heard when the defrost timer switches on and off. Why does my…
Back priming helps prevent paint from peeling by reducing the amount of water vapor that passes through the wood. When back priming, be sure to prime the ends of each piece after it has been cut to fit, since end grain will absorb the most moisture. Should you paint the…
These vents allow outside air to circulate under the floor in summer to prevent the moisture buildup that encourages mildew and rot. In winter, when the air is drier, the vents are closed to reduce the chance that the pipes in the crawl space might freeze. Should I block crawl…
Exposed ductwork is energy inefficient, especially if it also has air leaks. You’re wasting up to 30% of the heated or cooled air with exposed, poorly sealed ducts. With that in mind, insulating the existing ductwork in your basement/crawlspace or attic is something that every homeowner should strongly consider doing.…
Whether you’re priming a porous substance such as wood or a smooth substance such as metal, you need to sand the substance beforehand. Are you supposed to sand primer before painting? Primer should also be sanded before the paint goes on the wall; for a top-notch job, sand between paint…
It is essential to note that the process of data analysis may involve the removal of outliers. While some outliers may be considered noise, others are clearly outliers. Data points can be deemed to be outliers even if they are valid. Whether data should be removed depends on the methodology…
To keep your hardwood floors looking shiny and presentable, you should polish them every 2-4 months. Floor polish fills scratches and protects the finish against future damage and over-cleaning. Before polishing, as well as every week, you should give your floors a thorough cleaning. Should I wax or polish my…