If you are driving a 4WD through sand dunes or on a beach, you always risk getting stuck. If that happens, consider using a winch and a sand anchor. Here are some tips to help you through the process. 1. Use a heavy duty sand anchor. Your sand anchor is the point to which you are going to connect your winch, and to ensure it’s strong enough for the job, invest in a quality sand anchor.…
Read More »Restumping is done for homes that are built on a type of block versus a concrete slab or cement foundation. These homes are commonly found in the tropics where the ground may be too soft to support a concrete slab or in areas prone to earthquakes, hurricanes and other disasters that might also damage a cement foundation. Older homes may have also been built on blocks as a faster and more affordable way of construction.…
Read More »Each jurisdiction may have unique regulations that stipulate the responsibilities of a building owner during the process of removing asbestos from a building that is about to be demolished. This article discusses some of the responsibilities that you may have as asbestos is removed from your old commercial building before it is demolished in order to pave way for the construction of a new building at the site. Ensuring That Asbestos Registers/Reports Are Current…
Read More »Kitchen bench tops are conventionally made from stone materials such as sandstone, marble or granite. However, these options can be quite expensive and may not be economically viable for some homeowners. This does not mean that you have to settle for low-quality bench tops in your home, though. One material that has steadily been growing in popularity is engineered stone bench tops. This material is made up of quartz crystals that have been bonded together with resins and composite materials.…
Read More »Many roofing products, such as pre-painted roofing sheets, exist on the market today. That nearly endless list of options can make it very difficult to select the best product for your home. This article discusses some attributes of superior metal roofing products that you should consider as you select the most appropriate roofing products for your home. Resistance to Tropical Staining Tropical staining refers to the damaging effects that result when microorganisms, such as fungi, and dirt adhere to the roofing material.…
Read More »When it comes to the pipes in your bathroom or kitchen, several factors work together to corrode them gradually. But pipe corrosion will occur prematurely if you’re not careful. Corrosion can end up being expensive if you overlook it for too long, so you will need to get your plumbers to perform routine checks to repair or replace them when necessary. This guide helps you understand some triggers of premature pipe corrosion, so that you can take necessary action.…
Read More »Pallets provide a relatively inexpensive and popular material for a range of projects, including making a deck. Thinking of a deck made of pallets? Here are some questions to get the creativity flowing: 1. Do you want a base? A base is optional with a pallet deck. If you are building adjacent to your house and the door is high above the ground, you will need to add a base to your pallet deck.…
Read More »Modern life has been made possible by chemicals. From the acids in batteries to advanced plastics and petroleum fuels, society owes a lot to chemical engineers. But chemistry can damage lives too. All too often, chemicals contaminate the homes of ordinary people, causing health problems and disrupting their lives. If you or your family are suffering unexplained ailments, contamination could be a factor. Here are some well-known possible effects of contamination to keep in mind.…
Read More »You must have your proposed road analyzed and surveyed before you can begin the construction. Here are the steps of an engineering survey to prepare the location for the highway. Map The first step in this process is analyzing a topographical map. A topographical map is one that shows natural features of the land such as hills, rivers, forest areas, etc. You may be able to analyze other maps that show further information such as the man-made structures in the area.…
Read More »Verandahs have been an integral part of the Australian living style for generations. Australia’s best-known architectural style, the Queenslander, is perhaps the purest expression of this: Queenslander living is centred almost entirely around the outdoor space, with due consideration given to keeping the indoor parts of the house as cool as possible. Not everyone has the luxury of verandah living in our busy 21st century world, but if you’re lucky enough to have one of your own, it only takes a little thinking to make it a more integral part of the way you and your household live.…
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