Easy and honest instructions on how to install an uncoupling membrane for tile. Check out the entire series to learn more about laying tile!
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How to Prepare Concrete for Tile
Now that I had the old flooring safely removed (check out my post on Asbestos Flooring to find out more), it is time to prepare my concrete for tile. This is one of the easiest steps in laying tile, and can in theory be done right before you lay your membrane.
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Asbestos Flooring
Whenever you buy a fixer upper, there is usually “that room” you have to deal with. You know, the one that is so ugly you just...
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How to Make a Wine Box Centerpiece
Learn how to create an adorable wine box, planter or centerpiece for less than $4 with step by step instructions at CrazyChickDIY.
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How to Build a Garbage Holder
Anyone with dogs can relate to the joys of coming home to a sick dog and garbage spread around the house by a mischievous pup. This...
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How to Hang Drywall By Yourself
Just about every homeowner will have to tackle drywall at some point in their remodel, and it’s everyone’s least favorite part. Drywall is the fastest and probably easiest way to cover studs. It’s easy enough to hang drywall, but a pain in the *** to finish correctly. Today’s post covers just the hanging.
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How to Install Subfloor
Once the joists and HVAC ducts were installed, I was ready to install the subfloor. The subfloor is the smooth layer to which you can put your actual flooring over. In my case, I am using tile (thanks to a house full of elderly dogs with elderly bladders). With tile, the subfloor needs to be flat and smooth. Today’s post explains how to install subfloor for a tile floor.
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How to Hang Joists By Yourself
Now that I had my room cleared, the next step is to start building up the floor. Finally, the construction phase has begun! Joists are the...
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How to Extend Your HVAC System
It was -9 F this morning when I got up, and my yard is still covered with this weekends 6″ of fresh snow. It seemed like a good time to talk about HVAC systems.
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