There are plenty of types of siding used in houses. Installing a siding is essential as this home feature plays a crucial role in protecting your house and its occupants from all sorts of weather and climate all year round. Furthermore, your house siding adds security to your home and can also affect the overall appearance of your property. Among the most common types of siding materials for homes include vinyl, wood, stucco, brick, and fiber cement. When choosing the right siding type for your home, factors such as appearance, cost, climate, and maintenance are all taken into consideration. Whether…
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There are many reasons why water may not drain out from a dishwasher. The usual cause of standing water is a problem with the drain pump or a blockage. Sometimes this can be as simple as food particles blockage or a bent hose pipe. To unclog a dishwasher, you must first find out the cause of the problem and this involves checking if there’s a blockage in the drain hose, the spray arms, or the drain. If there is a blockage, you need to unclog it and fix the problem. But how do you unclog a dishwasher effectively without running…
It can be confusing choosing between Acrylic and latex paint. Both paints serve different purposes. I will directly compare two of the most used paints for home painting – Acrylic paint and Latex paint. Acrylic paint is chemical-based and dries faster, and becomes water-resistant. On the other hand, Latex paint is water-based and easy to clean. It also dries quickly and costs less than acrylic paint. Using Acrylic paint is best to color exterior areas like stucco, bricks, and plaster, whereas Latex paint is for interiors like walls, trims, and bedrooms. Acrylic paint Acrylic paint is water-soluble paint that becomes…
Grubby-looking tile grout is a reality and is a problem in many homes. Fortunately, this can be remedied, and the good news is that there are a few easy ways to soften the grout between your tiles so that it can be easily removed and replaced. Softening and removal of old grouting is possible without calling in the services of a professional Cement-based grout can be removed manually. It is much easier to remove the grout between the tiles if it is first softened and there are several ways to do that. Household items that you CAN use to soften…
Whether your Intex above-ground pool is brand new, or it’s something you’ve had the privilege of enjoying for a while, it is important to know how to maintain it properly. The biggest part of maintaining your pool is ensuring that the water always remains clean and safe, and this happens through filtering the water with a pump. The length of time for which you should run your pool pump depends on several factors, including the volume of the pool, the flow rate of the pool pump, the pump’s speed type, how often the pool is used, as well as the…
Have you ever heard the expression “I would rather watch paint dry,” which people often use if they don’t want to do something? The question is, do people know how long that alternative will be? How long will it take you to watch paint dry? Well, an hour minimum and up to eight hours maximum seem to be the consensus! In an ideal painting environment, 40-70% humidity and a 50-85-degrees Fahrenheit temperature, it will take latex paint approximately 1-2 hours to dry. Oil-based paints typically have a drying time of 6-8 hours. A second coat can be applied after 4-hours…
Epoxy floors are made from durable, tough floor coating that can be used to make garage floors, warehouses, sunroom floors, and even walkways. These are great for garages since heavy cars and machinery are usually used in this space. Since these floors are so durable, you do not have to worry about them using their luster. However, this only applies if you know how to clean an epoxy garage floor. To clean debris and dust off epoxy garage floors, you need to carefully vacuum the space so that the flooring does not get scratched. Moreover, you must deep clean the…
It’s not uncommon to find a puddle of water around your furnace, but this is a problem that should not be ignored. The very thought of a leaking furnace while the AC runs is worrisome and may be an indication of a clogged drain or a malfunctioning evaporator coil. Though these issues aren’t too costly to repair, they need your urgent attention and inspection from a licensed professional. That’s because standing water and constant moisture around the HVAC equipment can result in mold, mildew, breathing issues, and irreparable damages to the system. First Things First If you notice that your…
One of the most common pieces of advice you will get in terms of hanging pictures, shelves, or anything that involves drilling a hole into a wall, is to make sure that you don’t drill through a wire. Although the advice is pretty straightforward and sounds easy to follow, in reality, things aren’t that simple. Imagine the following scenario: You wanted to do a simple task like hanging a shelf or picture and drilled a few holes in the wall. But, once the pop and the sparks came, you started to panic. How do you know if you’ve drilled into…
Bothered by this annoying knocking sound from your washing machine while agitating? Unfortunately, it is frustrating and can be a noise of bad news as well. Seems like your washing machine is in trouble and calling for help. There are several possible reasons behind these unwanted bangs. The issue might be with the shock absorbers, suspension springs, drum bearings, agitator directional cogs, drive pulley, or the drive belt. You need to replace it if any of them is causing trouble. Otherwise, it could be unevenly distributed clothes or an overloaded tub that requires your attention. Well, if it’s just a…