Archive for April, 2009

Tiled Showers

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

Are you tired of your one-piece fiberglass shower tub surround? What about the 1980s faux marble wall that surrounds your bathtub, or is even the decking surrounding your Jacuzzi tub? Why not go with a unique look of a tiled shower? Tiled showers have a look of their own, and can be customized beyond belief. [...]

Removing Wall Tile

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

Many people say the worst part about remodeling a bathroom is removing wall tile. Removing wall tiles can be extremely difficult, or can actually be quite easy. Nevertheless, you’re in for quite a job when attempting to remove bathroom wall tile. It requires a lot of begging, some crying, and a strong back to get [...]

Aluminum Storm Shutters

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

Storm shutters are usually considered by most home owners who live near hurricane prone areas, or frequently stormy areas with high wind. Should you get storm or hurricane shutters for your home? Is it worth the cost in the long run?
You have several options depending on the type of money you want to spend on [...]

Painting Over Wallpaper

Tuesday, April 21st, 2009

Many people believe that painting over wallpaper is a big no-no, and should not be done under any circumstances. However, painting over wallpaper can be done easily, effectively, and have long-lasting effects when it is done correctly.
Of course you would not want to paint over raggedy old wallpaper that is peeling off the walls, or [...]

Curved Shower Curtain Rods

Tuesday, April 21st, 2009

Do you feel like sometimes you don’t have enough space in the shower when you close the curtain? Maybe you feel like you need a bigger bathtub in order to feel more comfortable or make room. While this may be the case, it might not be a bad idea to test out something a little [...]

Shower Head Replacement

Monday, April 20th, 2009

Replacing the shower head in your shower, is an easy way to give your shower a new modern look, and even change the amount of water pressure you receive while taking showers. Shower head replacement is fairly simple and can be done with minimal hand tools, and a little pipe dope or plumbers tape.
It is [...]

Wallpaper Removal

Sunday, April 19th, 2009

Are you tired of those old nasty walls with bubbles in them. It is likely that you have wallpaper that has been up for over a decade, and is ready to be removed. Wallpaper removal is not as hard as you think. It can be tedious, but if done correctly will save you a lot [...]

Window Cleaning Tips

Saturday, April 18th, 2009

The first of the window cleaning tips we can give you right off the bat, and this tip goes for most Do It Yourself projects talked about here on in home projects, is have the right tools for the job. For clear, clean, streak free windows you should really use the professional grade squeegees, soap, [...]