How to Etch Glass

Acid etched glass can be beautiful and functional. It can let in natural light, all while assuring privacy. Today’s etching cream is safe to use, making etched glass an idea project for the home. Listed below is everything that you will need for this project, as well as the steps to take. Clean your glass. You need to start with a squeaky clean glass surface before you begin etching. Was the glass throughly, using a glass cleaner and a lint-free cloth. Microfiber is a good choice. Any lint left behind by paper towels or other clothes could affect the outcome. … Continue reading

Top Low Cost Projects that Will Increase Your Home’s Value

Renovating your home right now is a good idea for a couple of reasons. Since real estate prices are still unstable, it may make more sense to stay in your home and improving it instead of looking for a new one. Plus, if you improve your home’s value now, you will be in better shape later, if you do choose to sell. Steel Entry Doors With the uncertainty of the world, there are two things that many buyers are looking for these days: energy efficiency and security. Installing steel entry doors is a good investment. They can actually cost less … Continue reading

Safety Preparations for the Do It Yourself-er

Do it yourself is a wonderful way to get your household projects done exactly the way you want them and with a minimum cost. But the emergency rooms across the country are filled with people who got injured from do it yourself projects. Here is what you need to know to be prepared before you start your next home project. A little preparation could just keep you healthy and safe, so you can admire your hard earned results instead of spending time recovering from them. Have an Emergency Plan While we want to prevent accidents, you still need to know … Continue reading

How to Care for Your Paintbrush

Do you find yourself having to replace your paintbrushes often? If so, you might want to read this post. A good quality paintbrush can last for years and years and deliver a superior performance. It is all in how you choose your paintbrush and how you care for it. The actual brush part of a paintbrush is known as the filaments. You want to choose a brush that has filaments that are both flexible and sturdy. Nylon filaments are usually a good choice because they can provide a smooth finish while being easy to clean. Next, choose a handle that … Continue reading

How to Start a Big Project

I keep telling myself that I’ll tackle the bigger projects around the house as soon as I get organized. This means that if I am not careful, I’ll wind up spending most of my time on the little things and never get to those big projects, the ones that would really make a difference in my home. Most of the time, it is actually more effective to tackle something big. The little projects tend to sort themselves out afterward. For example, for years, I tackled bits of the basement in small sections at a time. You know how basements are. … Continue reading