Whether you, your family, pets, etc. have damaged your walls, trying to cover up the damage never seems to be an easy task. That’s because old and damaged walls require a special wall painting technique in order to cover up the surface imperfections- be it loose and cracking plaster or gouged and peeling drywall. Wall flaws can be a real eyesore, but drywall installation or replacement is not the best or only solution available. In fact, the right wall painting technique offers you a faster, cheaper, and easier way to handle the problem. One of the following 3 ways will surely work for your situation.
How to Install a Toilet
Are you in need of a toilet replacement, but don’t want to spend the money on buying a new toilet and hiring someone to put it in for you? Fear not, below you will find step-by-step instructions on how to install your new toilet to complete your bathroom.
How To Clean and Stain Your Wood Deck
Before you start cleaning or staining your wood deck, you will want to perform a water test. A water test is the easiest way to ensure that the wood can absorb sealer or finish. Sprinkle some water on the deck and if it soaks in immediately, the deck can be sealed. If the water beads up or stands on the deck, your deck may not need sealing yet.
Dust Control During a Remodel
If you have never experienced a remodel before, it’s safe to say that you will encounter a lot of dust in your home. While the results are exciting to think about, the tear down can become hazardous with loads of particles invading your space, making it hard to breath. Not only that, but whatever insect waste, paint remnants, or any other elements lingering in your walls, will be invading your air. There is a way to keep the level of dust to a minimum. It is even a best practice to ask your contractor how they intend to keep the dust from becoming a nuisance. In the same breath (pun intended), it is always good to know what to do for yourself.
Stencil Instead of Wallpaper: Step by Step Instructions Part 1
Stencils are becoming the new wallpaper; more and more people are thinking about using a stencil for more than just the inspirational quote. But like wall paper the most daunting part of using stencils is getting the pattern to match. We have outlined step by step instructions that will make you want to stencil all your walls. Continue reading →
How to Create an Open Living Space
Are you feeling claustrophobic in your living space? I bet walls are taking over your home. These days’ homes are built with open floor plans. But if you have an older home you may want to start taking down some walls to open that space up. Nothing says beauty and elegance like an open floor plan. Removing walls is not something you will want to do without having a licensed contractor at least assisting. Continue reading →
How to Decorate a Smaller Room
Unfortunately, we may not all be lucky enough to have larger bedrooms and we all know that smaller bedrooms can present a challenge to decorate. If you have lower ceilings and a smaller amount of floor space it is important to know how to decorate to make the most of your room. You want to get the most out of every square inch. There are some tricks and secrets we have learned and guess what? Plumbtile would like to share those with you! Continue reading →
How to Install Your Perfect Tile
Have you picked out your perfect Tabarka Studio tile from Plumbtile and now don’t know where to begin? Continue reading →
How-To: Install a new faucet.
When you replace your faucet, be sure to choose a high quality faucet with brass fittings as to make sure longevity is guaranteed. Many manufacturers have warranties for their fixtures, so check with them before you order.
PlumbTile features some of the top brand name faucet manufacturers. So stop by Plumbtile first to pick out your new faucet to compliment your bathroom. Plumbtile.com stocks the widest array of contemporary and traditional faucet and tap designs.
Spruce Up Your Bathroom with a New Mirror
The addition of a new mirror can make a huge impact on the overall look of your bathroom. There are so many styles to choose from, framed and frameless being the most popular.
After you pick out the perfect mirror, you may wonder how to go about hanging it. Use this guide to find out how to install a variety of mirrors. Continue reading →