Rock salt and other de-icing products melt snow and ice, making it easier to plow or shovel a driveway or sidewalk. De-icing products sometimes damage the structural integrity of concrete by accelerating freeze-thaw cycles.
Rock salt doesn't damage asphalt. But asphalt is not affected by salt, according to the Cornell Local Roads Program, which provides training for New York highway and bridge workers.
Salt Basics Rock salt, a form of sodium chloride, is the most commonly used ice-control chemical in the world, according to the Cornell Local Roads Program.
Resin incense comes in many varieties. It has been used throughout history during religious ceremonies and rituals. The traditional method of burning resin incense is to use special self-lighting charcoal bricks. These round bricks are specially made with potassium so they will light with the first contact with flame.
However, these are messy and unreliable. Consider other methods of enjoying the rich soothing smell of resin incense without the mess of charcoal.
Quarter round tile trim is most often thin, narrow and delicate in appearance. Installing it is like adding the icing to a cake. It's the finishing touch that pulls the design elements of a tile installation all together. The small details like quarter round make a project sing.
This particular ceramic trim offers a beautiful completion to any tile installation.
Lay the field tile for the installation. Field tile are the tiles that fill the large expanses of the tile installation.
Old homes with masonry chimneys jutting out of the roof are classic American iconography. Chimneys have become little more than empty spaces used to provide enough clearance between prefabricated fireplaces and combustible materials. While not as iconic, these wood-clad chimneys are much more flexible when it comes to siding materials. Unlike an open masonry fireplace, which should not be sided due to the potential for direct contact between extreme heat and combustible siding materials, wooden chimneys can be sided with heat-sensitive materials such as vinyl siding.
Before installing a new recessed medicine cabinet, you need to remove the old one. Unless you take precautions, this could result in injury. Replacing the cabinet in the bathroom increases the visual appeal and it provides a quick project to change the overall decor.
Things You Will Need + Thick towel or blanket Hands free, battery operated light Screwdriver (Phillips or flathead depending on screws in old cabinet) Assistant or 15 inch wide support board Wire cutters Cover the bathroom sink under the cabinet with a thick towel or blanket.
Veneer is one of the most common wood products on the market because it's easy to manufacture and low-cost for consumers. Veneer, though, is easily damaged by heat, water and extreme changes in temperature. If you have a veneer cabinet with visible damage but do not want to get rid of it, consider repairing it instead. In most cases, you can make the fix with a little wood glue and other household tools.
The most common repairs you'll have to make to a gravel driveway are fixing potholes, replacing lost gravel and correcting problems caused by poor drainage.
If you're going to install a gravel driveway rather than an asphalt driveway or a concrete one, you'll save money in the short run, but your maintenance costs may end up being higher in the long run. A gravel driveway needs maintenance every year and sometimes more often than that.
The term “recessed lighting” describes any light fixture whose only visible features are its face and the illuminated portion of the fixture. This is different from pendant and standard lamps, where far more of the fixture is visible. Because the body and connection gear of recessed lighting is typically located in voids above ceilings, it is often sited close to the joists, the timber framing that holds the ceiling in place.
Table of Contents Types Leaks and Moisture Lack of Light Dust and Dirt Prevention Mold, also referred to as mildew, is a type of microscopic fungus that thrives in damp places. Mold frequently appears brown, gray, green or black. Since molds can damage objects and cause respiratory symptoms in some people, removing and preventing all types of mold is important.
Ranch-style fences can add a rustic look and curb appeal. This is a great alternative to the traditional picket fence. Depending on the size of the area, you can finish this project in one weekend.
Dig Dig holes where you will erect your posts. Make sure to dig deep enough so that the posts can go down 18 inches.
Erect the 5 x 6 inches posts, setting them at 6 1/2 feet intervals.