Instructions for the removal of gutter flashing

A very important piece of your house drainage system is represented by gutter flashing. This accessory protects your house foundation and prevents water build up. You will need to consider changing the old gutter flashings that are broken or damaged, so will need to remove the old ones first. Read the article below if you want to perform this job easily. You will need to use a ladder to rea ...

Learn to install a cabinet corbel

Along with the decorative mean that a cabinet corbel offers it also offers support for beams or arches. The designs for it are very elaborate and can be simple or more complex. The materials usually used for corbels are stone, wood or modern poly materials. Follow these steps 1. Take the corbel and put it on the wall assuring that the top of the corbel and the wall form a 90 degree angle. Y ...

Instructions for preparing the installation of gutters

The role of the guttering system is to divert the water safely away from your roof, walls and house foundation. A very important thing if you want your system to run efficiently is the process of installation. First, you will have to make notes and drawing for the existing system. Note the place of the gutters and downspouts and also, the place and number of brackets. Then you will have to ...

Tips to hang drywall vertically or horizontally

Even if you choose to hang it vertically or horizontally, drywall hanging is a very challenging project to complete. There are different opinions about this project and its easiest way to do it, but for non-professionals or do-it-yourself persons, the best way is vertically. The most important reason why house owners choose the horizontal method is because they will use a smaller amount of mud ...

Learn to make a skylight into the kitchen

If you are thinking for a change into your kitchen, a skylight is maybe the best thing that you can add to the design. You will enjoy the sun and also lower bills. You can choose from many options the model that fits best with your exterior and interior design. First, you will start by choosing the ideal place of the skylight. You will need to avoid a joist section. If you done that, you wi ...

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