Articles for category: HOME IMPROVEMENT

Tips for Using Pam Cooking Spray

For years I have been using Pam cooking spray, which to me is a very good non-sticking all purpose spray. I have always had problems with my food sticking to the point where I can’t get the food out. So when I first started using this spray, I was very pleased and amazed by the ...

How to Install Ceramic Wall Tile in Your Bathroom

It’s not that difficult to customize and installing ceramic wall tile in your bathroom. A little patience and dedication will get you a long way to installing your dream ceramic tile bathroom wall! A bit of home improvement experience would help you a lot, but if you’re a newbie, you’ll find that installing ceramic wall ...

The Basics of Building Your Own Home

Having a home custom built for individual desires is one thing. Having the opportunity to build your own home from the ground up takes customization to a whole new level. While home construction is not a job to be taken lightly by a weekend warrior it is a job that can be done. While many ...

How to Secure a Pet Door

Pet doors may not be strong, but they generally won’t help a burglar enter your home, either. Most pet doors aren’t large enough for an adult or even a child to crawl through. On the other hand, those that are large enough to accommodate a person also indicate the size of the dog that’s guarding ...

Popcorn Ceiling Texture Removal

Being in the drywall and texture business for over 25 years, I’ve learned how to remove ceiling popcorn virtually dust-free. Although the mess seems to be a monumental undertaking, it too can be made quite simple. With the proper preparation you can cut the cleanup time by 3/4’s using the following steps. Preparation is key! ...

How to Make a Floating Bathing Suit

A parent’s number one concern when their child is around water is drowning, and for good reason. Hundreds of kids drown every year, some in their own home pools. That poses a problem. Your child can’t learn to swim if you’re always holding on to him or her, but if you don’t, they could go ...

How to Get Rid of a Musty Basement Odor in Your Home

A musty odor coming from the basement is extremely unpleasant, and no matter how clean your house is a musty basement odor makes a home seem dirty. You might not notice a musty odor in your home if you become accustomed to the odor, but other people who don’t live in your home will definitely ...