Table of Contents Physical Impacts Chemicals Environmental Impacts Maintenance Cost Artificial grass serves as a favorite alternative to natural turf in residential lawns. Manufacturers claim modern artificial grass is safer than previous forms because the plastic blades separate like carpet fibers upon contact. To remain upright and pliable, the blades are topped with several layers of crumb rubber "

To dry clothing properly, a large amount of heat must be added to the chamber of a clothes dryer. To produce enough heat, the heating elements of an electric dryer must use thousands of watts of electrical power. Due to its power requirements, an electric dryer must be connected to the electrical service by wire that is thicker in diameter -- or larger in gauge -- than most electrical circuits in a typical household.

Some remodeling projects consume too much time or cost too much money for you to consider undertaking them without shortcuts. Building a shower stall from the ground up is one such endeavor. For those without the technical know-how or the time to build a shower stall, numerous pre-made shower stalls exist that you can purchase and place in a bathroom. The differences between acrylic and Swanstone -- both used in pre-made shower stall construction -- include the materials themselves and the brands.

Table of Contents Connection to Outlets Proper Use Cord Safety Iron and Water Children's Safety Automatic Safety Features Advancements in Safety Ironing your clothing with an electric iron can be a bit risky if you aren't careful. Take a few precautions to avoid accidental burns from an iron.

Table of Contents Glass Block Windows Double Pane Windows Appearance Cost Energy Savings Glass block windows and double pane windows are very different window options. The most obvious difference is visibility: double pane windows are designed for visibility and very clear views of the outdoors. Glass block windows are made of thick squares of glass.

Installing a deadbolt adds an extra level of security to your home. To drill in a fiberglass door to accommodate the lock and deadbolt latch, you'll need special hole saws designed for fiberglass. These hole saws look like small barrels with three notches. The end of each notch has a tooth that cuts evenly through the fiberglass. Three tooth hole saws and the other materials required to drill in a fiberglass door are available at specialty hardware shops and home improvement centers.

The importance of a correctly constructed exterior wall is obvious, but the specifics can sometimes be vague. The difference between one exterior wall and another is the needed openings for windows or doors. Walls Windows and Doors Things You Will Need + Measuring tape 2 by 4-inch lumber 2 by 6-inch lumber ½-inch Plywood Studs Hammer 16d nails Skill saw Carpenter's square In addition, if the structure has more than one level, the top plate of the exterior wall will be different from the single level home.

You want to install a new outlet box for your washing machine. Luckily, there are few steps to replace the old one. You can also use this same procedure for replacing any other outlet box, whether it's for your dryer, or in your kitchen, bedroom or living room. Follow the steps below and in just 15 minutes you'll have your new outlet box installed. Instructions Replace a Washing Machine Outlet Box Go to the service panel and turn off power to the circuit.

Rexair LLC, manufacturer of the Rainbow vacuum, was created in 1929. Rainbow vacuums are known for their water filtration system, rather than bag or canister dirt collection. Over the years, Rexair has made improvements on the original Rainbow vacuum, but it still relies on water filtration. One unusual function of the Rainbow vacuum system is its potential use as a humidifier, air cleaner and deodorizer. Tip Add a drop of Rainbow fragrance or air freshener to the water to deodorize or freshen the air as it becomes humidified.

Gorilla Glue is one option for household or craft adhesive needs. It is a strong glue because it creates a tight, lasting bond between two items. It saves time around the home by eliminating the need for a hammer and nails or the use of a drill and screws. Since the glue is made to adhere to several different surfaces, it can be used for a wide variety of projects.