Articles related to "Baseboard"

Using a baseboard can help give a finished appearance to a space. Including baseboards in a bathroom design, with or without wall tile, helps complete the look.

Reveals tips and tricks for mitering and installing baseboard without expensive power tools. These techniques also work on crown molding and chair rail.

DeWalt is the first tool maker to market a plunge-cut track saw since Festool introduced their first one 45 years ago. It consists of a special circular saw and a track.

A hot water boiler is the heart of a hydronic heating system used for home heating in the winter. Two common heating fuels are fuel oil and natural gas (usually propane).

Kitchen design is part of an architect or home owner's job when considering new construction or a kitchen remodel. When storage space is lacking, build a walk-in pantry.

This article is a guide for the DIYer to install underlayment pads and a laminate floor. It includes a tool/material list and tips the maunufacturers don't tell you.

Here are some tips for installing laminate flooring that the manufacturers don't mention: how to select the best laminate underlayment and use quarter round.

A brief introduction to the basics of trim/molding.

Choose the right saw for the job, whether framing a basement, cutting baseboard, or hand cutting dovetail joints. Hand tools and power tools, from hand saws to table saws

Searching for good Valentine's Day gift ideas? Why give a dozen roses or a box of chocolate when something that lasts longer is available? How about a bath remodel?

How to apply acrylic latex caulk quickly, cleanly, and achieve a professional looking job with minimum effort. All the professional tips, tricks, and techniques.

Ridding the home and yard of fleas and ticks can be tricky. There are a few steps that can be used to make killing fleas and ticks easier.

Learn to plan correctly when getting ready to design a closet system, to maximize closet storage space.

Whether remodeling the home or for new home construction, installing hardwood flooring adds a touch of elegance, raises curb appeal, and increases home equity.

Ever wonder what, in an older home, that strip of molding is about 1/3 of the way up a wall in the dining room or living room? Here's the answer.

If the countless cul-de-sacs and condominiums now littering the landscape with foreclosure signs have one feature in common it's their very sameness.

Strategies to clean the bathroom.

Understanding how bed bugs bite may mean the difference between bring them home to feast on your family and leaving them out in the cold.

Ants are a common type of house pest and cheap, non-toxic ways to get rid of ants can be just as effective as expensive and more dangerous methods.

In a continuing series, a remodeling contractor shares ideas and cost estimates for new vinyl or tile bath flooring, with cautions concerning tile on wood subfloors.

Dust mites can't be seen and there is no way to completely eliminate the pests. Home repair and frequent housecleaning helps reduce a home's dust mite population.

Rust stains, soap scum, mildew and germs are just a few of the challenges one faces when cleaning bathrooms. Knowing which cleansers to us can make the job much easier.

There are still craftsmen out there who take pride in their work and who can bring the benefit of their many years of experience to your project.

In some bedbug infestations, the bugs are so rare that they are hard to detect. Anyone can make a bedbug trap to prove the bugs are there, and even remove some of them.

Homeowners of older homes may wish to recreate a traditional bathroom inside their home, or restore an old one to new.

When writing an offer, the the seller will look at price first and price can either make or break negotiations. This article illustrates how to determine a fair price.

Ants can create havoc in the garden. Although they do offer some benefits, the damage they cause make most gardeners eager to be rid of them.

Which sites on the internet are best for finding tips for new and long-time homeowners?

Fleas in the home are notoriously difficult to control, especially when children and pets are involved. Natural cedar oil is an effective alternative to toxic pesticide.

Schedules and routines in housekeeping will help maintain a healthy, safe and comfortable environment for those who live in the home.

In the wake of hurricane Katrina, the World Monuments Fund teamed up with the Preservation Trades Network to launch demonstration restoration projects on the Gulf Coast.

A short overview of the 10 tools needed to start your home workshop - from pencils to power saws

Radiant heat and electric floor warming systems can make a home feel comfortable. Learning the difference between them can make the choice feel comfortable, too.

After the tiles, fixtures and wall paint color has been chosen, wood trim colors need to be selected. Paying attention to the wood molding completes the bathroom design.

A window seat, complete with cushions, can function as storage space, bookshelves, and a place to relax while reading, birding, or just enjoying nature and landscaping.

A room with limited space might be the ideal location for a home office or spare bedroom. Keep it from looking cramped and cluttered with a few easy design tricks.

Learning how to hang wallpaper isn't difficult, but it can be messy; just like learning to paint. The keys to success are wall preparation and attention to detail.

This article explains how to paint paneling. If the walls and shag carpeting make the home look sad, fix the walls without removing the paneling. Skim, prime, and paint!

Animal allergies pose a special challenge for homebuyers. If previous owners had pets, removing dander will take work and time, and can be expensive, but it is possible.

When the budget's tight, but you want to give your rooms a face lift, architectural moulding adds big enhancements at lower cost than a full-scale renovation.

Showing your home to prospecitve buyers is a great opportunity to create an environment for the buyers to visualize their new home. Less is more when showing your home.

The Craftsman bungalow's focus on handicraft, simple lines and solid structure was once a popular architectural style. Recent trends in home buying, signal its return.

One of the most important things in getting a home sold in many of todays local markets is pricing. Sellrs need to know what does and does not affect their homes value.

Everyone loves the majestic look and fresh smell of a real Christmas tree and the fun of picking out the perfect tree. Know the safety issues and be prepared.

A useful guide on making your home a safe play haven for your toddler.

A tutorial on home heating systems, the R-value of wall and attic insulation and radiant barrier paint.

Wall tile outside of the shower may not always be considered in a bathroom design. Tiling the walls, however, can help create a unique and space enhancing effect.

Cottage style and traditional bathrooms can make use of wood beadboard panels to help enhance the bathroom design. Create transitional looks by using it with modern tile.

What are the health risks from bed bugs? How can you prevent bed bugs? How do you get rid of them?

Art tile, with its timeless appeal, is well suited to home design. Used as wainscoting to dress up a hallway or used to tile a backsplash, art tile can work in any space.