Wrought iron is produced from cast iron that is heated and purified, yielding a product that is very strong, yet can be welded and forged. Wrought iron's sturdiness and versatility make it a popular choice for decorative balusters and railings on staircases.
Wrought iron adds structure to staircase design. Things You Will Need + Soft cloth Furniture wax Kerosene Steel wool Rust remover A particularly ornate design might be more difficult to clean, but in general wrought iron is a durable, low-maintenance product.
The Hoover Steamvac Widepath is an easy to assemble carpet cleaning appliance that cleans a 13 inch wide path. It features a one gallon clean water tank with a 30 foot cord that eliminates the need to use extension cords.
The powerful 12 amp motor and the rotating scrubbing brushes assure that the cleaning solution gets worked down into the fibers of the carpet and then vacuums the dirty solution up thoroughly to make drying time shorter.
Air conditioners are complicated machines with many parts and connections. When they have not been used for some time, these parts and connections may need extra care to get started again. If the air conditioner does not start automatically, there are steps to take that may resolve the problem.
Maintain air conditioners on a regular basis. Remove all debris from around and on the air conditioner. Confirm that the connections leading to and from the unit are tight and secure.
Bedrock refers to the rock layer that typically lies hidden beneath the soil. In rocky areas, bedrock may be very close to the surface, allowing foundations to be built directly against the primary bedrock layer. There are a couple of situations in which the bedrock layer can be cut, such as the initial construction of the basement. But later projects may not lend themselves to further bedrock work, especially in such a difficult location in which to work.
Damage to the drywall on your ceiling can occur anywhere, but when it's near a ceiling fixture, you'll have to remove the fixture before you can replace the drywall. Sheetrock is a common brand of drywall, made by USG Corporation. The procedure used to replace Sheetrock is the same as the procedure used to replace any type of drywall panel. If the damage is the result of a water leak, repair the leak before installing a new drywall.
Fireplace inserts can burn natural gas, propane, wood, pellet, coal and even run on electricity.
They are popular because, according to the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association, they are more efficient than a regular fireplace, they are easy to clean, and unless they rely on electricity, they can provide heat in case the power goes out. The measurements for a fireplace insert are usually taken in inches. When you are considering the size you need for your opening, there are zero clearance models that can fix exactly with no clearance.
How to Paint a Metal File Cabinet. You may have an old file cabinet that's still in working shape, but doesn't look good. Or maybe you just want a new look in your home office. There's no need to buy a new file cabinent. It's very simple to repaint the old one.
Paint a Metal File Cabinet Things You Will Need + Metal File Cabinet Drop Cloth Metal Primer Spray Paint Select a well-ventilated area to paint in.
Bosch ovens are German-made products that include a computerized meat probe. You can plug the probe into the oven prior to cooking meat, and the oven will keep track of the meat's internal temperature and turn the oven off at the proper time. If your Bosch oven displays a "Probe Error" message, however, the probe isn't working properly and may need to be replaced.
Connection Problem The Bosch oven probe is a removable device; don't plug it into the oven unless you plan to use it.
For children of any age, making glitter paint is a fun and creative project. Tempera paint is non-toxic (though, not edible) and can be used for finger-painting or to paint craft objects, such as pottery. Although it is easy to find glitter paint at craft stores, creating your own is fun and satisfactory.
Make your paint shimmer in just a few steps. Things You Will Need + Tempera powder Liquid starch Spoon Sea salt Glitter (optional) Glitter paint lasts a long time, as will your memories of making your very own.
Cookware manufacturers make frying pans in a variety of metals, ranging from copper to aluminum to stainless steel. Some frying pans develop black marks because of burnt-on foods. Black marks occur on aluminum frying pans from acidic foods. Acidic foods cause a chemical reaction with uncoated aluminum, leaving behind a dark, dull gray or black stain. Using a frying pan with a discoloration is anything but appetizing, making black stain removal necessary.