Victorian fireplaces

For new homes, electric fireplaces are the most common used. This is because they are the safest. However there are people that want a more rustic or classic fireplace inside their home. Victorian cast iron fireplaces are very popular. Outdoor fireplaces and classic wood burning stoves are all made from cast iron. Cast iron fireplaces have a certain feel and look. They look like they have b ...

Regional roofing materials

Roofs are more important than you may think. Not only they protect you from rains, snow, storms etc., they also represent a heat barrier. They are exposed to intense heat, cold, physic damage etc. It is important that you find the right materials for your climate region in order to have a strong roof, that will not need repairs every few months. This will help you keep your wallet untouched. ...

Designing a new kitchen

There are many things to do when redesigning or remodeling your kitchen and sometimes it can be overwhelming. The following article will lead you through some basic steps that should make the job a lot easier. Measurements First of all you will need to make some measurements and make a sketch of the entire kitchen. Here’s what you need to measure: the walls from corner to corner th ...

How to plan and install tin ceiling tiles

The way tin tiles are installed had evolved through the years. It has reached the point where you don't need a professional to install them for you, but you can do the job all by yourself. There are now unique interlocking systems that reduce the time needed to install them but also the tools. Tin tiles can be installed on every type of ceiling, even on dropped ones, although you will need to m ...

Make your own flying paper lanterns

Native to China, the flying paper lanterns work on the same principle as a hot-air balloon. The first flying paper lanterns were made up of a bamboo structure covered with paper. They had the shape of a hexahedron or a bag. In order to make the paper lantern fly, Chinese people put a burning candle or a fabric dampened in oil at its base. When the fire stopped, the lanterns landed easily on th ...

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