Most homeowner’s find themselves in need of repairs or home improvement at one time or another. Here are some handy tips to pass onLF
When planning a home renovation with your contractor, be honest about your budget. While many homeowners fear that they will get ripped off by a contractor if it is known how much money they have to spend, the reality is that being honest will get you better results. The contractor is free to budget for better work and higher-quality materials if they know your true cost ceiling.
In northern climates where heavy snow covers the ground all winter, you may lose track of where the borders of pathways are. To avoid this it is a good idea to put a 4′ X 4′ lumber bordering the paths. Then, when you are shoveling snow, you will know exactly where the edge of the path should be.
When considering home improvement projects, choose one room to tackle first. Keep in mind that remodeling can be tackled room by room to preserve your budget. Once you have a plan, look around for sales on the supplies that you will need. Planning ahead helps you to stay on time and keep within budget.
When you are considering home projects, be creative and think about what you aim to accomplish. If you have the design out of the way before you start working, you won’t need to stop midway through to hammer out design issues. Use homes you love as inspiration, or take inspiration from your favorite home-improvement shows.
How to paint a panel door. The order of painting a panel door is quite important if you want to get a professional look. First, paint any moldings, followed by the recessed panels. Next, paint the horizontal areas, and finally the vertical areas. Always use smooth strokes, following the grain of the wood. After the first coat has dried, rub the door with fine sandpaper, wipe clean, and apply a second coat.
Improve your front entrance curb appeal by adding oversized house numbers and a large size light fixture. Making your entrance eye catching and appealing will increase the value of your home and the homes around you. If your neighbors like your improvements, they may try it themselves and increase the value of the whole neighborhood.
Treat your wall to a dolly The shank of a dolly expands when you screw it tight. It can be used to hold a picture or other light object in place on the surface of a hollow wall where there is no underlying stud to nail to.
Are you ready to start? Remember ‘a penny saved is a penny earned.’ So, take the time to read ahead of time to avoid any unnecessary mistake. Use the tips provided above to help you save time and money.