Check for existing wood finishes before staining and remove with a stripper or sandpaper. Sand the wood to ensure a more even finish. Before staining, clean the surface of all debris and dust and allow it to thoroughly dry. You may also test the color of the stain.
Wood stain is available in many colors and hues. Apply a small amount of stain to an inconspicuous area. If you decide to use a different color, wipe the stain off before it dries and sand the area.
MR16 bulbs are cone- or dome-shaped projector bulbs most often used in recessed lighting. Changing an MR16 bulb is as simple as changing any other type of bulb; however, accessing the bulb is sometimes tricky. MR16 bulbs are halogen bulbs; they're attached with a "two-pin"
MR16 bulbs are commonly used in track and recessed lights. connection instead of a screw socket like many other light bulbs. You can use a stepladder and screwdriver if you need them, but the must-have item for this project is a replacement bulb.
Generic ceiling light fixtures are often look rather boring. One way to dress up your ceiling fixture is to change the lamp shade. An attractive and inexpensive choice is to use a natural-fiber parasol as your new lamp shade. Select a parasol that is in good condition and made out of bamboo or a similar wood.
A parasol can be transformed into a hanging light fixture. Things You Will Need + Ladder Hacksaw Tape measure 12- to 14-gauge wire Wire cutters Lock washer or nut The umbrella covering should be a decorative paper or semi-translucent material that will hide your bulbs and convey light well.
The Eureka Atlantis carpet cleaner has one basic function and that function is to clean carpets using hot water and soap. The directions for water cleaning your carpets with the Eureka Atlantis carpet cleaner are not very difficult.
However, it takes patience to clean carpets thoroughly so take your time and you will have great looking carpets in no time.
Things You Will Need + Soap concentrate Hot water Lift the handle to the upright operating position.
Installing a 1998 over-the-range Kenmore microwave oven is a painstaking process that requires you to make several precise measurements, drill holes in exact points and do some heavy lifting. Fortunately, removing this microwave oven is much more simple. It is best to have another person help you remove the microwave to avoid dropping it while taking it down.
Open the cabinet just above the microwave and remove the power cord from the wall outlet.
Resin is a durable form of plastic that you can easily mold into many shapes, either for decorative purposes, such as ornaments, or as part of a larger structure such as parts of self-assemble furniture.
Before you can paint it, you must clean and sand a resin object. Because of the surface texture and low reactive quality of resin, it can be difficult to make paint bond to it, so a special technique is necessary.
Angle finders use two hinged arms and an integrated protractor-like scale or digital device to read the angles of both inside and outside corners. When using an angle finder, the surface you are checking must be free of high spots and debris, and the protractor arms must be straight to ensure an accurate reading.
A protractor is at the hub of a standard angle finder. Tip Determine the angle for mitering trimwork by dividing the inside or outside angle dimension in half.
Viscose is a man-made synthetic material, the most common of which being rayon. Sensitive to heat, this soft and springy material may appear to be permanently marred if it gets an oil stain. Quick and aggressive action is in order if you want to save your garment from the rag pile.
Don't let ugly oil stains ruin your favorite shirt, Things You Will Need + Paper towels Plastic spoon Baby powder Grease-fighting dish soap Sponge Warning Avoid using harsh chemicals and bleach on viscose material.
Fiberglass decks are very easy to maintain. Strong and light, they also resist dirt and debris. The fiberglass shell is basically impermeable, so the only heavy duty maintenance required is a periodic thorough cleaning.
Things You Will Need + Hose Scrub brush General cleaning products Pressure washer (optional) Clean the fiberglass deck every month or as needed, depending on how dirty it gets. The key is to clean off dirt as it accrues before it becomes caked on.
ABS plastic is often used in the construction of mobile home bathtubs. The plastic's lightweight and durable properties make it easy to transport and install. This type of bathtub will withstand years of wear and tear, being resistant to most stains and requiring little work to clean and maintain.
Cleaning an ABS plastic bathtub is easy. ABS plastic is often used in the construction of mobile home bathtubs. The plastic's lightweight and durable properties make it easy to transport and install.