Archive for July, 2012

How to Compare Bathtub Liner Installation Methods

Thursday, July 26th, 2012
Butyl tape used in bathtub liner installation
Butyl tape used in bathtub liner installation

If you’re looking to improve an old steel or cast iron tub with a bathtub liner you may have heard that there are two installation methods being used which are (1) two sided butyl tape and (2)  liquid adhesive system that creates a hard surface between the liner and the existing tub. Read below the answer to the three frequently asked questions to evaluate these two installation methods.

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How to finish the top of a glass block wall

Monday, July 23rd, 2012
Glass block wall with top finished with end blocks
Glass block shower wall that used finished end blocks on the top & sides of wall

A recurring question for people who want to build a glass block wall is how to finish the top of the wall. Similar to the answer to most questions is it all depends. Learn below the most common options to finish the top of a glass block wall (whether it is used as a partition or conference wall or shower enclosure) and what factors you should consider when choosing the best option for your project.

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How to Improve Ventilation in a Basement Remodeling Project

Thursday, July 19th, 2012
Glass block vented basement windows for improved ventilation

Glass block vented basement windows for improved ventilation

If your basement has a damp, musty or moldy smell that makes you want to get out of there as soon as possible you likely have a ventilation problem. In fact according to the Environmental Protection Agency the air inside a home can be 3 to 5 times more polluted than the outside air.

 

Since basements provide a cost effective way to add space to a home without the large expense of a room addition the time to make a basement healthier can be when you do a basement remodeling project. In the article below you’ll learn the advantages of getting more air flow and air changes in a lower level space and also some of the most popular options to accomplish this objective.

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Vinyl Framed Glass Block Windows are not all created equal

Thursday, July 12th, 2012

 

Vinyl framed glass window with a tan frame

Vinyl framed glass window with a tan frame

At first glance all vinyl framed glass block windows may look the same – but do not be fooled – it is often the details you may not notice that will make the difference in having a window that performs best in the long run. In the article below you’ll learn more about the advantages of a vinyl frame privacy window that is assembled with a vinyl stacking system.

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The benefits and options of an exhaust ventilation fan in a bathroom remodeling project

Friday, July 6th, 2012
Exhaust ventilation fan

Exhaust ventilation fan located near a shower

If your bathroom has mold, mildew, deteriorated plumbing fixtures, peeling paint, failing drywall/framing or cabinetry and doors that are warped you could benefit from the installation of a ventilation exhaust fan. Even if a home has an operable window the humidity caused by showers/tubs, whirlpools and toilets can leave behind the harmful effects of moisture and bad smells.

 

In the article below learn the benefits and options of a bath ventilation fan and other key considerations in choosing the right fan for your home.

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