Patio umbrellas require you to cut an accurately-sized hole in the patio table to ensure the umbrella's stability. If the hole is too large, heavy winds can pull out the umbrella and the umbrella will not sit straight in the hole.
Mark the Center of a Rectangular Table Patio umbrellas require an accurate hole to hold them in place. Lay a long straightedge diagonally across the top of the table.
Whirlpool produces the Cabrio top-loader washer range, which features an electronically controlled end-of-cycle signal. The signal alerts you when the washer cycle completes and continues to beep until you stop it from sounding. The design idea actively encourages you to remove your laundry from the washer while your clean clothes are in optimum condition. This helps to prevent the need to rewash clothes that lie forgotten in the washer drum and begin to smell due to bacterial and mold growth.
Scribing is a technique used when you're installing laminate flooring against an uneven wall. Most walls aren't perfectly straight, but having a straight first row with a uniform expansion gap is critical when you lay flooring.
Scibing laminate flooring is critical to a professional-looking installation. There are two different scribing methods to choose from, and neither method involves expensive tools, equipment or special skills. Take the time to lay the first row of laminate flooring correctly for a professional-looking installation.
Sitting on a porch during a warm evening is perfect with a comfortable rocker. Knowing how to care for your rocker is critical in keeping the wood in good condition. Using the right paint will protect it from the harmful effects of radiation from sunlight and from water damage from rain.
Rocking chairs last for years when covered properly. Of course, you want to use a paint that will stand up to hours and hours of someone sitting in the chair rocking the time away.
Tiger maple, also known as curly maple, is a medium density wood that features an unusual striated pattern resembling a tiger’s stripes. This pattern runs perpendicular to the normal grain of the good and is created when the density of wood fibers fluctuates.
Use a 1/4-inch or 1/2-inch flat-tip brush. Things You Will Need + Sandpaper Maple Brown paint Brush Plastic comb Toothpick Tiger maple is usually used as an accent material when making panels and trim as large amounts of this wood can be visually-jarring and distracting to some individuals.
Latex paint can be a nice decorative accent to clothing, but sometimes it is not meant to be. Thankfully, it can usually be removed from polyester with minimal hassle. Latex paint can be removed with strong detergent and water if action is taken within the first several hours of the accident.
Polyester is slightly water-resistant. Things You Will Need + Detergent Rubbing alcohol However, according to Ohio State University, removing latex paint from any type of clothing is difficult after six to eight hours.
Depending on the design and layout of your home, rainwater may provide all of the cleaning your stucco needs. Roof overhangs and landscape plants, however, sometimes create areas that rain can't reach. Mud stains are common on the bottoms of exterior walls, and shaded areas may develop mildew stains.
In humid regions, algae has been known to grow on stucco as well. Fortunately, all of these stucco stains can be removed with a garden hose, homemade cleanser and a little manual labor.
Splintered wood is unattractive and also a little dangerous due to the sharpness of the splinters. It is also leaves the wood vulnerable to further splintering and moisture damage. Once repaired, the splintered wood is just as strong as it originally was and can even blend in with the rest of the wood.
Things You Will Need + Saw or sharp knife 60-grit sandpaper Sandpaper -- various grades (optional) Wood putty Putty knife Tack cloth Tip Break off the splinters and fill the ragged area with an epoxy glue if you are working on a rugged piece of wood, such as fence boards.
Every once in a while, as you roll out paint on your walls, you will see bubbles accumulating on those walls. You don't want to mar your entire job with a few bubbles. Luckily, it does not happen very often. Commercial paint manufacturers frequently include some kind of anti-foaming compound to combat bubbling. Sometimes, though, due to environmental or physical factors, the bubbles appear anyway. There are precautions you can take to keep them at bay and keep your paint job looking pristine.
Using ribbon as a decorative wall border in a room is a simple way to change the look of the room and add a personal touch. It also can be an inexpensive option, depending on the type of ribbon you choose. You can attach a ribbon border to a wall in several ways.
Attach ribbon to a wall for an instant splash of color. Things You Will Need + Ribbon Scissors Measuring tape Staple gun with small, fine staples Thumbtacks Glue gun Fabric starch White glue Deciding which option works best for your situation is easier once you know the pros and cons of each method.