By Love to Write
Laminate flooring is an inexpensive way to add design, flair and lasting durability to stairs in the home. Compared to real hardwood floors, laminate flooring offers more durability as well as a substantial cost savings compared to actual wood. When installing laminate flooring on stairs, be sure to measure correctly, have the right supplies on hand before starting the project, and have a...
By Alina Bradford
The large pieces of canvas needed to make latch hook rugs can be hard to manage. A frame can be made to hold the canvas steady while the crafter loops the yarn into the canvas. This type of frame will hold a rug over a crafter's lap while they are in sitting position. It can also be folded so that it can be stored. All you need to make it, is a few simple tools and some wood. Cut the six...
By Vera Hogan
Have you ever wondered what to do with all of the mismatched socks that have accumulated over the years? Before you decide to throw them in the garbage why not try making a quilt or a rug out of them. Not only will you be able to recycle old socks you'll also have an unusual craft project. Gather all of your mismatched socks. Sort the socks according to sizes, long socks go in one pile while ...
By Nicole LaMarco
One of the most beautiful ways to change a room is by adding new carpet. However, if you're doing the installation yourself, you may find the task to be a bit of a challenge, especially if you have no idea how to appropriately measure and cut carpeting. This is a skill you'll need in order to correctly position the floor covering and to reach every area of your floor. Determine the size...
By Nicole LaMarco
We all know that steam cleaning our carpets is a good way to rejuvenate them, but did you know that steam cleaning can also be an effective way to clean your hardwood floors? While there are very many effective methods for making those beautiful wood floors shine without a great deal of effort, this is one of the best and easiest choices available. Choose the correct machine for the purpose....
By Shiromi Arserio
Installing tile on countertops can be a fairly easy job to do for the seasoned do-it-yourself person. So long as proper preparation is taken, a homeowner can end up with a nicely tiled counter in just a few days. Build a proper foundation. Ceramic tiles can be laid directly over laminate counters, however, heavier tiles such as granite will need a proper base. The old laminate will need to be...
By Kat Yares
A hardwood floor adds beauty and warmth to any home. The downside to hardwood flooring is that it will have to be refinished from time to time--how often will depend on how much foot traffic the floor receives and what type of finish was put on the floor originally. Floors sealed with polyurethane or other protective coating will need to be refinished less often than those that are simply wood....
By Caren G
Latch hooking is an easy craft that will produce a shag-style piece that is usually recommended for decorative use only. Although you can assemble all the needed supplies easily from any craft store and use your own design, most latch-hookers purchase kits that contain everything they need per project. This step-by-step will help you get started with either your own supplies or a kit, and well on ...