Radon is a serious issue afflicting every American home. While not all are past the safe levels, as determined by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, youand#39;ll never know until your home undergoes testing for radon. With one out of every 15 homes at or above the EPA action level, it becomes even more crucial to […]
If you are like most Americans you have a laundry list of things you want to or need to do to repair your home. Most homes are works in progress. It seems like you finish one project and there is another one waiting in the wings. Simple repairs are a constant need in your home […]
Old buildings and, in particular, old hotels are being given a new lease on life and the opportunity to contribute to the affordable housing development process; and if this tactic proves successful in the long term, Americans may see it being used to further “recycle” more buildings in time. One recent example is that of […]
An ensuite is more than just a bathroom, it’s an intimate space and perhaps one of the most important rooms in a house — which is why as much as a bathroom needs to be functional, it also needs to have visually appealing components. The glass shower doors are increasingly becoming an important part of […]
Plumbing and its concept have been around, in some way, shape, or form, for thousands of years now. As a matter of fact, the beginnings of plumbing as we know it today can be traced back to ancient Greek, Roman, Persian, and Chinese civilizations, and can be seen in early Indian cities as well. Public […]
UPDATED 1/15/21 For a while now, cam locks have become quite popular, and more homeowners are opting for them over traditional generic locks. This lock was invented in 1985 by a Canadian, Volker Guelck. The cam lock is made from a metal plate, called a cam, which is attached to the core of the locking […]
Looking at America, concrete has been around since the beginning of urbanization, and it is a building block of many streets and public places. Although with many uses, the mixture is not always created equally. Many people are unaware of the fact that there are different types of mixtures that each serve a different purpose. […]
Are your kitchen drawers and cabinets unable to stay locked or open? Do the drawers and cabinet doors sag in an inappropriate way? Are the hinges on your cabinets loose? Worry no more! This post gives you tips on how to renew the look of your old kitchen cabinets and drawers. The kitchen is one […]
