Shower door spline is a U-shaped rubber or plastic channel with ribs on the outside. It is also called vinyl glazing channel. This channel fits down inside the metal frame of a shower door. The spline acts to support the glass or plastic panel of the door as well as provide weatherproofing. Shower doors use splines to hold the glass in place. Things You Will Need + Screwdriver Mallet Block of wood Lubricant Over time the spline breaks down and should be replaced.

The choice between block board or plywood depends on the project. If you want a smooth finished surface and the strength of the panel is not a major factor, block board makes a good choice. But if strength is more important, plywood is a better choice. Plywood is more suitable for projects that require a strong surface material. For example, plywood can be used to lay down a subfloor for tile and engineered hardwood, while block board is unsuitable and would crush under foot traffic.

Creating a music room or recording studio doesn't need to involve costly expenditures on high-performance studio sound treatments. Everyday objects around the home and affordable alternatives available from home supply and hardware stores provide you with great ways to absorb sound in your space. It might not look as good, but you can achieve high level sound reduction with homemade equipment. In many cases, these homemade treatments create results as good as those achieved in a similar space with professional sound absorbing materials.

When installing a patio or walkway with paver stones, there will almost always be areas where the pavers must be cut to fit in irregular areas or around objects. Cut paver stones with a chisel for areas that require smaller paver pieces. These areas include cutting paver stones around drain lines that run under a patio, around posts for decks or fences around a patio or along the edges of the patio during installation or replacement of paver stones.

A box stair works for low transitions, such as two or three steps to a deck or doorway. Box stairs have the advantage of being easier to build. They are also sturdier than traditional steps. While traditional stairs use stair stringers as a basis for steps, box stairs use a series of pressure-treated wood boxes, in which one box equals one step. The number of boxes you need depends upon how many stairs you want to build.

Ceramic sinks are usually (but not always) glazed to make them less porous, and therefore more stain resistant. Despite this stain resistance, permanent marker ink won’t simply wipe off after it has dried on a ceramic surface--whether the surface is glazed or not. You’ll need to use chemicals beyond soap and water--chemicals that will break the bond between the permanent ink and the ceramic’s surface. You have several chemical products to choose from, including a few you may already have around the house.

Ipe wood is a durable, decay-resistant wood often used in outdoor building. Ipe wood decks still need to be regularly maintained and restored to ensure they last, despite the wood's natural durability. By cleaning and sealing your Ipe wood deck you can restore the original beauty of the wood and ensure that its finish lasts. Cleaning and sealing your Ipe deck will restore its look. Clear the Ipe deck of any furniture, plants and clutter.

Unlike the days of old that used aluminum screen on open windows, most modern windows come with vinyl screening. The screen is held in place by a small tubular strip of plastic called a spline, which gets inserted into a groove or a channel along the window frame edge, holding in the vinyl screen securely. A screened window. Generally, the only reason to remove the spline is when the screen itself needs to be replaced.

From doll making to needlework, American folk art has a rich and eclectic history, and one of the most creative forms today is chainsaw sculpture. We have all admired the roadside chainsaw sculpture stands and have maybe even been lucky enough to see a demonstration. Your lawn will never be the same. Things You Will Need + Log or section of wood beam Cutting stump Work gloves Safety glasses Ear plugs Chainsaw Bark spud or pry bar Drill Four screws Lumber crayon marker Wood carving tools Grinder with sanding disc Wood stain (optional) Paintbrush Wood sealer If you are interested in learning to carve, make sure you are fully versed in the technical and safety practices of using a chainsaw before embarking on a project.

Pine is a soft wood that requires a more delicate style of sanding. While several types of sanders can be used, each must be used with a specific technique. Sanding pine as you would hardwood will result in scratches, bumps and gashes that may be irreparable. When you choose between possible sanders, practice on pine scrap wood before beginning on your floors. Belt Sander Pine wood must be sanded more gently than other woods.