Cockroaches are a common pest problem both inside and outside residential homes. Not only are the insects disgusting, but cockroaches also carry and transmit a number of diseases. While there are many commercial baits and poisons available to kill cockroaches, you can make you own killer cockroach bait at home.
Make your own bait to kill roaches. The recipe includes food items that attract the roaches as well as ingredients that kill them once the bait is consumed.
Table of Contents Schedule 40 PVC Schedule 80 PVC Other Schedules Different Schedules Used Considerations "Schedule 40" and "Schedule 80" refer to reference charts published by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). When speaking about PVC pipe, the different schedules refer to the size, thickness and maximum pressure of the pipe.
Schedule 40 PVC Schedule 40 PVC is pipe made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) that conforms to a set of standards produced by ANSI.
Table of Contents Unglazed Ceramic Tile Penetrating Surface Sealers Porcelain Tiles Glazed Ceramic Tiles Considerations Different types of ceramic tiles and grout have distinct features that should be considered when choosing sealing products.
Black-beige geometric floors with a bath rug Ceramic tile floors are an attractive and durable addition to high-traffic and wet areas in a home.
Drywall openings are inexpensive to construct, but when they do not fit the design of the home or a new look is desired, casing the opening is a good option. There is a little demolition along with installing the casing, but this project may be accomplished in one day if you know what to do. This task is similar to installing a door jamb without the door.
Demolition Step 1 Remove the baseboard around the base of the opening.
Oil lamps provide light without electricity by using a wick to absorb lamp oil and carry it from the lamp tank through a brass burner into a glass chimney. Wicks eventually burn away and should be replaced with one of the same width that fits the oil lamp's burner.
It's best to replace wicks before they burn out completely to ensure you'll have the light you need in an emergency.
Whether you worry about allergic reactions or environmental harm, knowing the ingredients in your favorite household items can alleviate these stresses. While Dawn is available in several different dish detergent products, many of the major ingredients are common throughout the brand.
Dawn makes several different dish detergent products. For more specific information, look to the product for which you want to know the ingredients, or download the ingredients list from the P&G website.
Being able to calculate the amount of gravel needed for your driveway is a useful skill to have. It will allow you to save money on hiring a professional to do the job for you. It will also help you avoid buying too much or too little gravel for your project.
Gravel Given the ease with which this calculation can be made, anyone should be able to determine a driveway's gravel requirements.
The GE SmartShield sensor system is used with the company’s hot water heaters and uses sensors to automatically turn off the water heater if flammable vapors are present. The system also closes the combustion chamber if this occurs, preventing any spills or vapors from escaping.
In addition, the sensor system brings air into the appliance up off the floor and away from dust, and has baffles in the airflow path to prevent accumulation of dust or lint.
As the sweat trickles down your forehead, you may be staring at your thermostat wondering why the air conditioner is not coming on. You wait for the system to kick on, but there is nothing but silence. On a hot day you’ll want answers fast, so start with the obvious things and work your way through a list of common reasons why an air conditioning system will not come on at all.
Table of Contents Types of Siding Calculation Accounting for Exposure Example Calculation An Example Using Shingles Other applications Siding refers to the materials used to clad the exterior walls of a home or other structure. A "square of siding" is a measurement of siding material. One square of siding is sufficient to cover 100 square feet of wall space.