• How to upcycle a plywood floor at a bargain

  7 July 2015

  If you want a classy-looking home but can't afford to dig up your old floor and put in the hardwood or stone flooring you dream of, there are ways to turn any house into a mansion without breaking the bank. The methods below are also environmentally-friendly, as they can be achieved with renewable or recycled materials: The brown bag look Start off with a basic floor of structural plywood. This material is used in many homes, and may well be what's hiding under your carpet.

• 2 Scenarios that Mean it's Time for a Homeowner to Consult With Civil Engineers

  17 June 2015

  As a homeowner you may not think that you would ever need the services of a civil engineer, and may not even know what these types of professionals do when it comes to construction. Simply put, a civil engineer understands environmental and other factors that may affect the strength of a structure, such as water pressure that is put upon a dam, how winds can sway bridges, and so on.

• Blocked Drain? Try These 3 Simple Tricks to Clear the Clog

  3 June 2015

  A blocked drain is a major inconvenience, but it doesn't have to lead to an expensive plumber's bill. Next time you experience a blockage, first try these three simple tricks to clear it. Make Your Own Drain Claw Plumbers often use a tool called a drain claw to clear a blocked drain. You can buy these tools in hardware stores, but if it's late at night or you don't feel like running out to buy one, then make your own by straightening out a wire coat hanger and then bending over one end to make a hook.

• Mezzanine Floor Renovations: Tips on Creating Living Room & Storage Options in Old Homes

  22 May 2015

  A mezzanine, or half floor, can be a great option to integrate storage in houses with high ceilings. It's a great way to make the most of an old house with limited storage but lots of wow factor by not losing all of the impact of a raised ceiling. Here are some ideas to create a mezzanine that is amazing. A library If you have an impressive library and a large entertaining area, a mezzanine library can offer a storage solution for your books that warms up the large entertaining space while losing any of light of a closed off single room library might loose.

• Why a Homeowner Needs a Professional for Any Digging and Boring Work

  24 April 2015

  Digging your yard for a new sprinkler system or plumbing pipes may seem like an easy task, but as with many home improvement projects, it's often more difficult than a homeowner may realize. If you're looking to do any digging or boring in your yard for any type of project, consider why you want to leave this work to a professional. This will ensure the work gets done quickly and safely as well; note the following.

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