When Should You Add Sand To Paint?

When Should You Add Sand To Paint?

According to the National Floor Safety Institute, walkway surfaces are responsible for 50% of slip-and-fall accidents. Luckily, there’s a way to make your walkways less trecherous.Nick O’Keefe, owner of Oak City Coatings, says adding sand to paint can increase...

Wire Gauge Sizes: What You Need To Know

Pipe sizes go up with their cross-sectional diameters, and lumber sizes increase with their dimensions, so what is it with wire? Why does it get smaller as the gauge number goes up? As it turns out, it’s just a peculiarity of the manufacturing process.Craftspeople...

How Do You Get a Rug Under the Bed?

Putting a rug under your bed can transform the ambiance of a bedroom, adding a touch of comfort and style. While the end result is alluring, it can be difficult to position the rugwithout damaging it.We spoke to rug pros Chris Fennell and Gary Remillard for some...

What To Know About Prepping Your Greenhouse for the Winter

If you’ve invested in a greenhouse to extend your growing season, it can be a magical place to spend some time on a wintry day. But if you haven’t properly prepared it for winter, it could be a nightmare.I checked with several horticulturists and experienced gardeners...