Leather furniture can look a little cold when new. Not so with nubuck leather. By definition, this soft leather is already treated for a lived-in look. Nubuck is aniline, or unsealed, leather in its natural state that has been further brushed or sanded for an aged look with a velvety feel. You can distress the nubuck even more to make your sofa, chair or throw pillow look like a much-loved family heirloom.
Two pests that many gardeners encounter at one time or another are the stinkbug and the ant (Lasius alienus). Ants can also be an indicator of a potential aphid problem because they like to feed off the honeydew produced by aphids.
Harlequin bugs can be devastating to cabbage. Stinkbugs can contribute to a challenging garden experience, especially if you are growing cabbage (Brassica oleracea). The harlequin bug (Murgantia histrionic) is one such stinkbug that can devastate a cabbage patch.
Traditionally, a stucco building requires three layers of stucco. The first layer is the scratch coat. The brown coat layer is next. The final top layer is the stucco coat which can be colored with pigments. The stucco coat is wholly dependent upon the brown coat for proper drying. Just because the surface of new stucco is firm to the touch does not mean it is dry. The water in the stucco mix must release slowly for proper drying.
Wood trim around windows, doors and at the top and bottom of walls seals gaps and gives the room a more attractive appearance. You can paint trim to complement the wall color of the room, but over time, the paint can chip and scratch revealing the underlying wood color. Repainting the wood trim will restore it to its original state. However, you must remove the existing chips to create a smooth final paint job.
Regular standing water in your backyard and/or patio area can make that extra space one you want to avoid as opposed to the extra room it was envisioned as being. An exterior sump pump can solve that problem but there are pros and cons to having an exterior sump pump on your property.
How the Sump Pump Works A sump pump is an electrical pump that is used to pump excess water out of an area, usually a basement that is below ground level.
Polyresin is a hydrocarbon, or an organic compound that contains only hydrogen and carbon. It has many uses, particularly in the art industry where it lends itself well for figurines and molds.
Origins Polyresin mostly comes from coniferous trees, but other plants such as the dragon blood plant might yield it. When fossilized, such resin from trees is called amber.
Use Manufacturers use polyresin for a variety of purposes, including making dishes and household wares.
Carbide lamps are commonly used by miners to light their way inside a mine. Today, they are commonly used as backup lighting devices, as they require no electricity and can provide enough light to escape a potentially dangerous situation. Carbide lamps are also used in home decor and to provide lighting for cabins and areas without electricity, and they are often considered attractive for their antique, collectible quality. While cleaning your lamp isn’t difficult, it will require a basic knowledge of which parts are which for proper cleaning.
Hardwood floors are made of natural woods such as oak or maple. Favored for their beauty and value, hardwood floors are smooth and durable but can be damaged when furniture moves across the floor. The furniture weight and edges leave scratches on the floor. It is easier and less costly to put floor protection under furniture than to repair the scratched hardwood floor.
Glides Protect hardwood floors from furniture scratches.
Table of Contents Function Prevention/Solution Types Considerations Misconceptions The Maytag Epic Front Load Washer is part of the Epic Z series of washers. If your washer displays a message code, something is wrong. The error code F11 could mean your washer needs service.
Function The F11 code means there is an electrical with the Maytag Epic washer.
Although there are several types of possible temporary fences, the two main ones are plastic-coated metal mesh or completely plastic mesh fencing, usually orange. Both types are strung between metal posts and can be put up with few tools and a minimum of fuss. The poles and fencing can be purchased at most hardware or homebuilding supplies and garden stores. The resulting fence can close in a construction site, garden spot, landscaping area or play area.