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7 Tips to Unclog a Bathtub Drain

Robin Wilson Interior Design Have a spa-like experience with a clean and sensual bathtub like this one. Why Does My Bathtub Drain Clog? A bathtub drain has one purpose. It drains water from the bath to the sewer system. Bathtub drains tend to be a short branch into the main drain and they are not very wide. This means that they are susceptible to blocking. The other problem is that the water that drains from your tub is not just water. It contains dissolved soap and hair. Just how much hair depends on how hairy you are or how long [...]

Bryan Sebring2023-12-21T21:35:48-06:00Categories: Bathroom Remodeling, Homeowner Tips|Tags: Bathroom, bathroom design, Bathroom Remodel, home remodeling, Home Renovations|

17 Different Types of Saws with Pictures

Featured Image: Wendy O'Brien Interior Planning & Design Different projects require different tools to get the job done right. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or looking to get some construction work done around the house, it’s essential to have the right kind of saw at your disposal. From hand saws, to power saws, to other wood-cutting tools, there are many saws on the market that each provide specific benefits and features. It can be confusing trying to figure out which saw works best for which job without having a decent overview of what they are and how they work. [...]

Bryan Sebring2023-11-22T04:57:08-06:00Categories: Homeowner Tips|Tags: miter saw, Saw, tile saw, Tool, types of saw|

What Is Whitewood?

Featured Image: Frank Good Builders When you are investing in a remodeling project, you will quickly learn that you have a lot of choices to make. Everything from the size and shape of your cabinet knobs to the make of the cabinet itself must be considered according to your preferences as well as your budget. When browsing your available furnishings and materials, you may come across something known as whitewood. It’s a clean, light-colored wood that provides a lot of durability. But that’s probably not the first thing you will notice about it; in fact, whitewood is known [...]

Bryan Sebring2023-03-17T07:39:02-05:00Categories: Homeowner Tips|Tags: Home Renovations, Remodel Your Home, whitewood, wood|

Your Guide to Radiant Floor Heating: The Pros and Cons

Rapid City Journal When winter ends for most folks in this country, some home owners, tired of paying large power bills, may be considering the idea of a more efficient heating system for their home. I'm all for that and want to help you make some good decisions if you decide you're ready to move on that idea. After all, this is one of those projects we call an "investment" as it represents a major change in the way your house will function and, more importantly, represents a substantial improvement in your comfort. It's also a good [...]

Bryan Sebring2024-12-03T01:58:08-06:00Categories: Homeowner Tips|Tags: Radiant Floor Heating|

10 Important Things You Need to Know Before Building a House

Featured Image: Wikipedia There is nothing as rewarding as building your dream home from scratch. It's an exciting and unique experience. Besides, it gives you the flexibility to use your designs and continually improve them in your ways. The project involves making numerous decisions and hence requires your presence through all aspects. But, anyone who has done it can tell you that it's a time consuming and very demanding process. Nonetheless, building a home doesn't have to be such an overwhelming activity if you consider the following strategies. Set A Budget Before you start building your home, [...]

Bryan Sebring2023-11-16T20:46:09-06:00Categories: Homeowner Tips|Tags: home remodeling, House Building, Remodeling Your Home|

What is an Impact Driver? Cordless Drill vs Impact Driver

Imagine walking down the aisle of your favorite hardware store. You're looking for a power tool that can fasten those long screws for your current project. You're new to woodworking, so you're unsure if you should just get a regular cordless drill or if it's better to buy an impact driver because one of your friends told you to. Or is it better to get both? And because you're new to woodworking, you're wondering what even is an impact driver? Does it function like a standard drill, or does it offer something new? Is it more powerful than [...]

Bryan Sebring2023-03-20T04:54:18-05:00Categories: Homeowner Tips, Tool Review|Tags: cordless drill, drill bits, drivers, impact driver, power drill|

How Long Does it Take for Stain to Dry?

Unsplash You finally finished that table or kitchen cabinet you’ve been working on for a couple of weeks. Sharp edges have been rounded out using your trusty router, and the surface has been sanded to perfection. You’re ready to put some finishing touches, but you’re still debating which wood stain will make it stand out. Should you use an oil-based or water-based wood stain? Or is a gel stain better than other types of wood stains on the market? How long does it take for the stain to dry, and what is the best brand of wood stain? [...]

Bryan Sebring2023-03-17T07:34:02-05:00Categories: Homeowner Tips|Tags: gel wood stain, minwax, oil-based wood stain, varathane, water-based wood stain|

21 Privacy Fence Design Ideas

Featured Image: Scot Eckley, Inc. Fences are able to make or break your curb appeal. They're not merely for securing an area and marking boundaries; fence walls are commonly used today as the edging to block your yard, the highlight to the landscape design, or perhaps as the focal point of your frontage. Picking out the best one amongst a huge selection of fence ideas and styles is essential. A great fence complements the homeowner's design, as well as its surroundings, and offers a solution to privacy needs. Check out our privacy fence design ideas and be inspired! [...]

Bryan Sebring2023-03-17T09:45:47-05:00Categories: Design Trends, Homeowner Tips|Tags: Backyard, Backyard Fence, Fence, Privacy Fence|

27 Indoor Home Basketball Court Ideas

Featured Image: Duke Homes It is every basketball fan’s dream to get an indoor basketball court within a walking distance from their home. But the situation will be even better if you are able to get it inside your own home. If you are planning to enjoy playing basketball indoors, it will be best to determine the available locations where you can actually build it. Most homeowners who decide to have an indoor court usually are faced with the problem of determining if they have the right space for it. Original basketball court dimensions are too wide for most [...]

Bryan Sebring2023-04-24T11:28:45-05:00Categories: Home Remodeling, Homeowner Tips|Tags: home remodeling, home remodeling ideas, indoor basketball, indoor basketball court, indoor court|

7 Must-Know Bathroom Remodeling Tips

Featured Image: Deforest Architects Getting ready to start a new bathroom remodeling project? Is this your first time going through a home renovation? It’s an exciting chapter of your life and one that should be approached the right way. We compiled our favorite tips and tricks to help you learn the perfect balance between your creative customization needs and functional design ideas that can help you tie the whole bathroom together. We all want a bathroom that would be a reflection of our personal style and be able to deliver the comfort we need at the same time. However, aside [...]

Bryan Sebring2023-11-14T14:45:30-06:00Categories: Bathroom Remodeling, Homeowner Tips|Tags: Flooring, Footprint, Future, Lighting, Plan, Space, Ventilation|