After making an investment in a memory foam mattress or orthopedic pillow, it can be very frustrating to find a rip or tear in it. Luckily, memory foam is easy and inexpensive to fix with memory foam adhesive, which is available in many furniture and upholstery stores. Take all bedding and accessories off of bed or memory foam pillow. Push together the foam closing the rip in the foam and spray the memory foam adhesive on the rip.

Ridgeway has been making grandfather clocks since 1960 and also produces wall and mantel clocks. The Michigan-based company's grandfather clocks come in three general styles that are categorized as: Traditional, Curio and Accent. Grandfather clocks are popular family heirlooms. Traditional Ridgeway clocks display the elegance of years gone by, with tall and stylish hand-carved wooden cases and swan's necks that complement the beautiful metal dials and pendulums. Curio clocks are wider and have several glass shelves that can be used to display other precious items, such as family mementos and gifts.

Installing your trim is the final step in completing your patio door installation. The exterior trim is known as brick mold, and it is installed in three sections. Install a section of trim on each side of your patio door, and one across the top. Your trim is not only for looks; it is used to cover the gap between your patio door jambs, and your house. Trim adds the finishing touch to a patio door.

Drainage routes water along a predetermined path. The ideal drainage catches water flowing off of a hill aimed at the yard or a house's foundation and routes it to a location where the water can gather safely, such as a pond or valley. Building a drainage ditch along your fence line can be accomplished without having to tear up your existing fence. The ideal drainage ditch is within a few yards of the house but placing it along the fence line catches any water flowing from outside the property.

Oil drips and spills can stain driveways and patios if not cleaned up promptly. Proper cleaning techniques are important for removing these stains completely. Whether your car leaked automotive oil on your concrete paver driveway or you've spilled cooking oil from the grill on your brick patio, the best way to remove the oil is to absorb it with some type of absorbent powder and then scrub the area with a detergent or degreaser.

Tiger oak is a common veneer on older oak furniture. The tiger striping is a result of the cutting method that reveals pockets of irregular grain. Repairing tiger oak veneer requires the same techniques as any veneer repair. Repairing veneer requires simple techniques. Things You Will Need + Household iron Damp rag Wax paper J roller or rolling pin Utility or craft knife Wood glue Plywood scrap Heavy books or bricks Solvent-based wood filler Clear nail polish C clamp Most veneer damage is due to one of three causes: water can cause veneer to lift or bubble from the surface; heat has similar effects; and trauma, such as blows or scratches that can cause splits and cracks in the veneer.

When correctly applied, wallpaper can make a room stand out. However, an application of wallpaper may unravel much earlier than expected. The reasons for this vary and require some good investigative skills on part of the homeowner. Properly installed wallpaper can last a long time. Improper Installation When diagnosing wallpaper problems, look at the application of the wallpaper to the wall surface. Older walls may have decorative strips that were applied with paste and a roller while newer versions of wallpaper are often self-adhering.

Sewer back-ups happen because of various causes, but the cleanup process is the same every time. Because you are dealing with bacteria and filth, take safety precautions and know when to call in the professionals. Steam clean your carpet to disinfect and remove pathogens If it is a job you can do yourself, be sure to use protective measures to keep the sewage off your skin and out of your mouth, nose and eyes.

Concrete block walls, while durable and easy to use as a building material, aren’t widely known for their attractive looks. Cover interior concrete block walls with a layer of surface-bonding cement to remove the look of unfinished blocks. Concrete blocks create a strong but unappealing wall surface. Concrete block walls, while durable and easy to use as a building material, aren’t widely known for their attractive looks. Cover interior concrete block walls with a layer of surface-bonding cement to remove the look of unfinished blocks.

Sunlight bleaches the exterior bricks on your home from their original color over several years. Brick stain kits are available at home improvement stores in a large variety of colors. You can use these kits to restore the bricks to their original color or change their color to a darker one altogether. A brick stain kit can darken the exterior of your home. Clean the brick with a power washer to remove any loose soil or dirt.