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How do you ventilate an underground room?

How do you ventilate an underground room? Ventilation can be applied to an underground room using an electric fan blowing air in from outside (Figure 3). The effectiveness will be increased if entrances into the underground room are sealed. What is the required ventilation rate? A healthy ventilation rate is 0.35–0.5 ach. In other words, one third to one half of the volume of air in a house is replaced each hour. Lower than this risks not removing contaminants properly, while higher ventilation rates may require more active space heating. What are the requirements for ventilation? From the view point...

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Do garden roses come back every year?

Do garden roses come back every year? Roses are perennials that need the right care to bloom from year to year. While roses in the home garden may not last quite that long, proper site selection, planting, care and pruning will ensure that perennial roses do continue to bloom every year. How long can planted roses last? Most freshly cut roses should last up to one week if properly tended. The common mistake that people always make is forgetting to cut the stems before placing them in a vase. If you cut roses and do not put them in water,...

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How much does it cost to replace cement stairs?

How much does it cost to replace cement stairs? On average, concrete steps cost around $2,000. Most projects range between $900 and $5,000. Where your price falls depends on the number of steps and the size of the staircase you need. Pouring cement is about $300 per step at 2 feet wide and 11 inches deep, including materials and labor. How much does it cost to repair porch steps? The national average cost to repair concrete steps ranges from $100 to $300 per hour, while most homeowners pay less than $500 for the entire job. Most specialists charge by the...

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How long does it take for a house fire to start?

How long does it take for a house fire to start? In as little as 30 seconds a small flame can become a major fire that ravages a home and threatens the lives of the people inside. According to Glenn Gaines, the Deputy U.S. Fire Administrator, fires kill more Americans each year than all natural disasters in the United States combined. How long does it take for a fire to spread from a small flame? It only takes 30 seconds for a small flame to turn into a full-blown life-threatening fire. We break down the sequence of events in a...

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Why are my oleanders dying?

Why are my oleanders dying? Oleander leaf scorch is the reason the leaves on these long-lived shrubs are drooping, turning brown and dying. Individual branches die back; then, as more branches are affected, the entire plant dies. The disease takes its toll rapidly when the plants are stressed by heat and lack of rainfall. How can I help my dying oleander? Unfortunately, the only recourse for oleander with leaf scorch is to remove the affected plants. Pruning out damaged growth may temporarily slow the disease and improve the appearance of the plant, but in spite of all your best efforts,...

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Can you install washer and dryer in garage?

Can you install washer and dryer in garage? Sometimes the garage is the best place for your washer and dryer. Generally, there is no problem with installing your washing machine in the garage. In fact, the concrete floor is perfectly suited to an appliance that may leak a little water here and there. How do I keep my garage laundry room clean? It's important to place the washer and dryer in an area that's not too close to your vehicles while also keeping your garage clean overall. Routinely cleaning any cobwebs, sweeping the floor, and taking away any unneeded items...

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How much does it cost to put hardwood on stairs?

How much does it cost to put hardwood on stairs? Hardwood stairs average $100 to $200 per step, including labor. A flight of stairs is 10 to 12 steps and would cost $1,000 to $2,400. Installation and materials can range as low as $1,000 and as high as $30,000. How much does it cost to put down engineered hardwood floors? Engineered wood installation runs from $4 to $9 per square foot. Nationwide, homeowners pay an average of $3,200 for solid wood floors and an average of $4,700 for engineered wooden floors — including all materials and labor costs — according...

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Where is the Learn button on Access Master garage door opener?

Where is the Learn button on Access Master garage door opener? Find the Learn Button on the Garage Door Opener The "Learn" button on your garage door opener is located above the antenna wire that hangs from the motorhead, it may also be under a light cover. The "Learn" button will be either green, red/orange, purple or yellow. Why does my Liftmaster garage door opener Open but not close? When the green indicator light glows steadily, tighten the wing nut. So there you have it. If your garage door opens ok but won’t close then it’s possible the safety reversing...

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Can I use Behr wet look sealer on wood?

Can I use Behr wet look sealer on wood? Not recommended for use on Wood, Metal, Granite, Marble, Terrazzo, areas immediately adjacent to pools or areas subject to hydrostatic pressure. Do not use over Oil-Based products. Is Behr Wet Look sealer slippery when wet? CAUTION: Sealed surfaces may become slippery when wet. Use caution when walking on surface when moisture is present. Apply in sections so wet material does not have to be walked on during application. How do I keep my patio looking wet? Apply Patio Sealant WET LOOK FINISH sparingly with a sponge, paint pad, brush or sprayer...

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Why do my walls have streaks?

Why do my walls have streaks? Excess moisture inside your home can cause water streaks on interior walls and ceilings. This moisture can come from a number of places. They could indicate rot and mold growth behind the wall, a fact that puts a sense of urgency on repairing the issue as soon as possible. What causes black lines on walls? A: The dark areas are often called ghost stripes and they are not unusual. The basic cause is moisture that collects along the underside of ceiling joists or trusses, and sometimes along wall studs. When soot and dirt land...