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What do I need to know before buying flooring?

What do I need to know before buying flooring? Flooring ChecklistSampling Is Smart. Before you buy, get samples of your top flooring choices. Compare for Consistency. Manufacturers try to match solid and engineered wood flooring for color and grain. Measuring Avoids Mistakes. Know Your Traffic Patterns. Preparing to Install Flooring. Check for Certification. How expensive is flooring? Flooring Cost EstimatorFlooringPriceLaminate Hardwood$850 - $2,300Real Hardwood$3,000 - $10,500Tile$3,500 - $5,500Carpet$1,500 - $4,000 Which floor is best for feet? Softening the Feel Underfoot These include: Wall-to-wall carpeting with thick padding, which is the softest flooring choice. Cork flooring, which mimics the look of...

Guidelines

How long does a holly plant last?

How long does a holly plant last? The Holly plant does grow pretty slow, but can eventually attain a height of around 30-50 feet in a compact pyramid shape. If planted in the right conditions and decently cared for some hollies can live up to 100 years or longer. How fast does holly bush grow? This tree grows at a slow to medium rate, with height increases of anywhere from less than 12" to 24" per year. How can you tell the age of a holly tree? Trunk circumference is the preferred method for measuring the age of a holly...

Lifehacks

How do you tighten a basin waste?

How do you tighten a basin waste? Apply some silicone to both sides of the rubber washer and push it upwards over waste from underneath. Push the plastic overflow coupler ring upwards onto the rubber washer. Put silicone on top only of the plastic washer and push it up from underneath and then tighten the nut up from underneath. Can a sink drain go straight down? In all UPC states, every fixture is required to be trapped and vented. In some instances an air admittance valve (auto vent) may be used. It can drain straight down. What size pipe is...

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How do I get rid of flies inside my house?

How do I get rid of flies inside my house? Vinegar and dish soap fly trapUse a shallow dish bowl and fill it with an inch of apple cider vinegar and a tablespoon of sugar.Next, add some fruit-scented dish soap.You can leave the dish uncovered or tightly covered with plastic wrap. Make sure to poke a few holes in it to attract the flies. What causes flies inside the house? How Did I Get House Flies? House flies are one of the most common insects on the planet. They breed and feed in filth, including garbage, feces, and rotting or...

Tips

How do you install a toilet in a basement with a rough-in pipe?

How do you install a toilet in a basement with a rough-in pipe? Install the ToiletInstall the closet bolts. Install these through the wide opening and then slide them into the final position. Install the flange seal. The flange seal can be wax. Set the tank on. Screw the nuts onto the closet bolts. Install the tank if needed. Connect the water supply. Turn the water on. How much does it cost to add a 3/4 bathroom in a basement? The overall cost for adding a bathroom in a basement will range somewhere between $3,000 and $25,000. The variance in...

Q&A

How do you take care of a zucchini plant?

How do you take care of a zucchini plant? Zucchini plants need regular watering to keep the soil evenly moist. The plants beg for water by wilting in the hot sun, even when the soil is moist. To make sure the plants actually need water, wait until the sun goes down to see if the foliage revives. Do zucchini plants need to climb? Growing the zucchini vertically conserves space and also keeps the plants healthy by encouraging circulation and sun exposure. Climbing zucchini is less susceptible to diseases and issues like mildew or rotting. Vine vegetables like zucchini take to...

Tips

What should the thermostat be set at during the summer?

What should the thermostat be set at during the summer? To stay comfortable and save money this summer, the U.S. Department of Energy recommends setting your thermostat to 78F (26C) when you are home. Setting your air conditioner to this level will allow you to stay cool and avoid an unusually high electricity bill. What temperature should I set my thermostat during the day? 68 degrees Fahrenheit You can save energy and keep your costs in check by keeping your thermostat at 68 degrees Fahrenheit during the daytime. Energy.gov reports that turning your thermostat lower by 10 to 15 degrees...

Lifehacks

What is solvent based paint used for?

What is solvent based paint used for? Sometimes referred to as “Oil-based” or “Alkyd” paints, solvent-based coatings contain higher levels of organic compounds than water-based coatings. These solvents or compounds facilitate application, drying and the formation of a durable, regular paint film. How does solvent based paint work? Solvent-based paints are made up of liquefying agents that are meant to evaporate via a chemical reaction with oxygen. Typically, moving air surrounding a solvent-based coating will help to speed up the reaction, reducing drying times. These coatings have one major advantage over water-based coatings. What is better water based or solvent...

Guidelines

Can a bedroom and bathroom be on the same breaker?

Can a bedroom and bathroom be on the same breaker? Nope, you'll need 2 circuits for this Bathroom receptacles must be on a 20A branch circuit that is either dedicated to bathroom receptacles (and no other loads), or to the loads in a single bathroom (and no other rooms), as per NEC 210.11(C)(3): (3) Bathroom Branch Circuits. Which breaker is for the bathroom? GFCI Breaker Bathrooms are one of the most importance places to install ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection. In fact, bathrooms were originally the only place in residential homes that the National Electrical Code required GFCIs. Can bathroom...

Lifehacks

What is the lifespan of a corn plant?

What is the lifespan of a corn plant? 2 - 3 years You will find the lower leaves on this plant turn yellow after a period of time which is normal, and the leaves on this plant only have a life span of 2 - 3 years anyway. When should I repot my corn plant? Corn plants tolerate repotting best in spring, before new growth begins to appear.Expect some distress if the plant's new container is placed in different lighting and temperature conditions than the corn plant is accustomed to; the condition should be temporary while the plant adjusts. Will...