Stone vs brick fireplace

Design Both materials are very durable but each give a different look and sense. The brick fireplace give a nice, warm atmosphere and because they do not have the same color and texture, they give a great visual experience. Buy used brick gathered from demolished buildings because they will be cheaper and also they will age the fireplace. Stone give a more clean look and a stone fireplac ...

Wood fence panels

If you can handle building a wood fence panel, then you can save some money on labor costs. Some help would be necessary because there are tasks, like setting the fence panels and installing the fence posts, which cannot be accomplished by yourself. When the posts are done, the whole fence can be ready in just an afternoon. The necessary tools and materials: Post hole digger Hammer ...

Framing a mansard roof

Mansard roof are a great addition to any home, be it old or modern. The advantage of having a mansard roof is that it offers more living space. Materials that you will need: wood pen paper screwdriver screws Frame design The first step is designing the frame. There are two stages of the construction, with the larger frame going on before the smaller, higher one. You will n ...

The main sofa styles

When it comes to sofas there is a large variety to choose from. You should decide whether you need a large or a small sofa, a modern or a traditional one, etc. In order to help you this article will present the features of each sofa type. Traditional sofas The main features of a traditional sofa are: - The material used to cover it has various bright colors; - The color of the wood ...

Gable fan vs Roof fan

Both of these two fans are installed in the attic and ventilate it. By ventilation, the temperature is reduced, and it can reduce wear and energy costs. Cooling capacity Gable fans are made in larger sizes than roof fans, thus having an advantage on the cooling capacity. Energy efficiency Newer roof fans have solar panels to draw their electricity. Gable fans can also use solar pow ...

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