Ever wonder what bowling alleys do with the old worn-out bowling pins? They usually sell them or give them away. Crafters have figured out a variety of ways to decorate used bowling pins and give them a new use, such as table legs.
Decorate bowling pins to create a variety of holiday figures. Things You Will Need + Bowling pins Sandpaper Paint Sealant Fabric Embellishments Bowling alleys, charities, schools and other organizations have bowling pin decoration contests.
Children usually enjoy having a private space of their own, so an outdoor playhouse can be an ideal addition to your backyard. Whether you build it from scratch or use a kit, decorating the house is one of the most enjoyable steps in the project. Choosing a color scheme for the playhouse's exterior is particularly important since it must appeal to your children and fit with the rest of your landscape.
If you're interested in converting a kerosene heating system to propane, conversion costs will inevitably be high. In addition to a new burner and gas-compatible water heater, a new gas line and propane tank, removal and potential clean-up of a kerosene tank and residuals, you may have to install duct work, compatible venting and a furnace, especially if its older. While some "do-it-yourself" sites portray heating repairs and furnace conversions as elementary and enormously economical, there are serious risks, some life-threatening, to this type of do-it-yourself project.
Brushed metal is given its soft and distinctive appearance of fine lines running in the same direction by mechanical sanding. Metals commonly sold with a brushed finish include aluminum, stainless steel and nickel.
Brushed metal has a distinctive finish. Three popular types of brushed aluminum sheets are aluminum light brush, aluminum medium brush and brushed and anodized sheet.
Aluminum Light Brush Aluminum light brush is usually available in any size up to four- by eight-foot sheets.
Dirty lamps are commonly overlooked in house cleaning rituals, although over time dust particles build up into an unpleasant coating that clings to the lamp and refuses to let go. A dirty lamp can easily become an eyesore in any given room.
Clean a Metal Lamp Things You Will Need + Soft clean cloth Mild dish soap Cleaning metal lamps is slightly different than cleaning any other lamp, but this simple chore can enhance a room in minimal time.
Don't let faded or dingy cushions detract from the beauty of your porch or patio. Cover the cushions on your wicker chairs with fresh new fabric to quickly spruce up your outdoor room. Use lightweight fabric and safety pins to fashion quick temporary cushion covers.
With proper care, wicker chairs can last for many years, but the cushions will need to be re-covered every few years. Create a shabby chic look for your porch with a floral-print chintz cushion on a white wicker, or use a tropical print with a dark background for the natural wicker chairs around your pool.
A masking fragrance is a strong scent that temporarily covers unpleasant odors. Though masking scents cover the smell, they do nothing to destroy foul odors. As soon as the masking fragrance wears off, the foul odor will return. Depending on the strength of the product, a masking scent can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few days. Most masking fragrances last four to six hours.
Ingredients Masking fragrances use essential and/or scented oils to create a strong scent that helps cover other odors.
As with many aspects of interior decorating, there is no "correct" or "right" length and width for valances. Whether you're trying to choose a valance from the store or make your own, you have a surprising amount of wiggle room when it comes to valance measurements.
Making your own valances isn't an exact science. Although there aren't exact rules to follow, there are some guidelines to bear in mind when choosing or making valances.
Washer pedestals are a convenient way to store laundry products. Simply place the products in the drawer and close the drawer to keep things in place and out of sight. You can install a pedestal on your Kenmore washer yourself.
Whether you have recently made a Kenmore washer purchase or you are updating the look of your laundry room, adding a washer pedestal to your Kenmore washer is a small project that can make a big difference.
How to Repair Leaky Sink Base Plates. If your sink's faucet has water running from under the base plate, you can repair the problem. All you need is some time and some basic plumbing supplies.
Things You Will Need + Pliers Basin wrench Putty knife Putty Gasket Remove all of the items from under the sink so you can have room to move. Tighten the mounting nuts.