A rocking ottoman, also known as a “glider” ottoman, is a nice complement to a rocking chair -- the ottoman allows the user’s feet to rock in synchronized motion while the user rocks in the chair. The most straightforward approach to creating a do-it-yourself rocking ottoman is to purchase a glider kit from a home improvement store. Kits for several models of ottomans exist on the retail market in big-box stores and hardware stores.

A basic sandbox can provide hours of fun for children whether in your yard or on a deck or patio. A hexagon sandbox adds more interest to your landscaping than a traditional square box while making the sand accessible on six sides instead of four. Luckily, you can save money by building your own hexagon sandbox and have it ready to fill with sand and toys in just a few hours.

Table of Contents Grease Trap Setup Installation Connect the Grease Trap Upper Right Connection Left Connection Bottom Right Connection Maintenance of Your Grease Trap Grease traps are used in restaurants and other food service facilities to trap oil, fat, grease and wax so it doesn't move on to the sewage system and create blockages.

Unclogging drain pipes to a street involves more than just dumping chemical drain cleaner down the drain. The two main reasons clogs occur in drain pipes leading from the house to the street are sludge build up and root growth; the likelihood of root growth in the pipes increases with the age of the house. Renting the proper equipment can save money. Things You Will Need + Electric sewer rooter (auger) Pipe wrench Work gloves Safety goggles The key component to unclogging drain pipes to the street is to have the proper equipment.

Egress windows are a requirement on all new buildings constructed in the United States, with each state providing its own individual requirements on the size of the window. Egress windows are intended to provide an escape route from fires. For the state of New Jersey, the majority of the building code on egress window sizes originate in the International Residential Code guidelines, although New Jersey has made some modifications to tighten up the requirements even further.

Milgard Windows and Doors specializes in products that let light into homes, from replacement windows to patio doors. Milgard window frames are available in a variety of materials, from vinyl to wood to fiberglass and can be customized to fit with the climates across the U.S. Milgard windows are custom-made for each window. Milgard Milgard began in 1958 in Tacoma, Washington, as Milgard Glass Co, according to the company's website.

Georgia is home to over 100 different species of ground-dwelling ants. While many of these ants live outdoors, there are some species that nest inside homes. Being able to recognize the types of house ants in Georgia can make it easier to effectively eliminate ants found inside of a home. Argentine Ant The Argentine ant is one of the most active species of house ants in Georgia. The small (1/10 inch) dark brown ant can adapt to a variety of climates, making it easy for the insect to nest anywhere.

Flux is a compound commonly used in plumbing applications where two joints are connected using solder. This is a process known as "sweating" pipes together. Combined with solder, flux is a key part of the sweating process. Flux is used to connect copper pipe. Understanding more about flux and how to apply it will help you properly connect your copper fittings. About Flux Flux is an acidic paste that is water-soluble, which makes cleaning up simple by using water and a cotton rag.

Airbrush paints enhance a variety of art projects, from custom painting cars to creating a mural. Since you will likely get paint on your clothing while using airbrush paints, wearing old threads is recommended. If the paint does get on your clothes, try to remove it as soon as possible. When working on an airbrush painting, the paint can get on your clothes and leave stains. Things You Will Need + Water Rubbing alcohol Paint thinner Detergent Washing machine (optional) Water or Acrylic Based Paint Rinse the paint out of the clothing item in cold water as soon as possible.

Many mold species appear black in color, and thousands of molds have not even been named or classified. The black mold with the worst reputation is the toxicogenic Stachybotrys atra or S. atra. Health professionals categorize molds as allergenic, pathogenic or toxigenic based on how they affect humans. Toxicogenic molds pose the greatest health danger. Stachybotrys Atra Are There Different Types of Black Mold? When people refer to "black mold"