In many building applications, pipes are used for plumbing, support beams and railing. Properly measuring a pipe is essential to many construction projects as well as pipe fitting and cutting. Knowing the basics of taking measurements on a pipe will greatly improve the use and life of the pipe as you apply it to your construction project. Measuring to find the exact center of a pipe requires just a bit of basic knowledge of how to use a ruler or a tape measure.

Tile can be installed in many places inside and outside the home, including a deck, as an alternative to sanding and staining or painting. Installing tile over a deck over decking is similar to installing tile over a wood sub floor. Any tile that is installed over wood beams will require a flat surface for the tile. You can install tile over decking by first using an underlayment or backer board on the surface of the deck.

Peerless heaters are designed to keep your home or business warm and comfortable at an affordable price, but as with any other gas appliances, you need to use caution when operating the heater. Always inspect the area around the Peerless heater for evidence of a gas leak, and follow the operating instructions carefully when lighting the unit. Follow the directions specific to the type of heater you have: match-lit pilot or automatically lighting pilot, called a "

Owning a Roxton maple stain furniture piece is a true treasure. At times they have to be cleaned and refinished. Anyone is capable of creating a beautiful family heirloom by refinishing the furniture themselves. A little cleaning, stripping, staining and finishing is all it takes to have a Roxton furniture piece to be proud of. Cleaning off Dirt and Wax Buildup Refinish Furniture With Roxton Maple Stain Clean the furniture of all wax, grime and dirt.

River rock is similar to pea gravel, consisting of tiny pebbles of different colors. It is installed on pathways, pool decks and other outdoor patios areas. The pebbles are bound together with an epoxy resin material that hardens when dry. Over time, this epoxy wears down and must be reapplied to maintain the floor. Homeowners can reseal river rock themselves as long as the rocks are clean and dry.

Humidifiers add moisture to the air. Many homes become uncomfortably dry during the winter. Increasing the humidity in a room relieves itchy skin and irritated sinus passages, making the home a more comfortable and pleasant place for all. Turn simple sponges into effective room humidifiers. While pricey electric humidifiers effectively treat large spaces, small rooms can be just as successfully treated with a simple, homemade model created from a naturally absorbent sponge.

The Hoover SteamVac Spin Scrub is a carpet cleaner with a one gallon clean water tank, 12 amp motor, heated cleaning, 20-foot-long cord, grip-style handle, 96-inch-long hose and a set of attachments, including an upholstery tool. The Hoover SteamVac Spin Scrub upholstery tool can be used to clean couches and other furniture. Attach the tool to the main hose on the vacuum to suction dirt and debris from upholstery surfaces such as couches and chairs.

Colonial-style homes are still very popular designs in today's housing market as they are stately and evoke an old-world charm. Various cultures ranging from French to ancient Roman contributed to what we now think of as a colonial house. The colonial house is charming yet stately and remains a desirable architectural style. Colonial Defined By definition, a colonial home has to evoke architecture of the colonial period in the United States.

Some Whirlpool dishwasher models include a facing, or panel, that you can change to better match your kitchen decor. Switching the facing is not difficult but you do have to be willing to remove some parts on the dishwasher door. Many white and off-white dishwashers include a facing that reverses to black, so you may not need to pay for a new panel just to get a new look. Door panels can also be purchased in wood tones to match your cabinetry, in stainless steel and in bright, nontraditional colors.

The fibers that make up clothing weaken over time and flake off when rubbed. These flaked off fibers -- commonly referred to as lint -- can clog the inside of a washing machine as it functions and end up reattaching to the clothes. You can clean a washing machine so that the lint being generated doesn’t end up on the clothes. Household supplies and tools are all that is needed.