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DIY – Tile Your Kitchen Floor

April 19th, 2010

Doing tile work is a great job for the newbie home renovator.

One of the most fun jobs of the whole affair is shopping for the materials. Go for excellent quality at good value.

Starting out, check the sub floor for loose or damaged areas and repair any loose nails by replacing them with screws. Next clean the area with a vacuum hose to clear out any debris. Then measure the space to know how much backer board is needed and multiply this number by 5% this will allow for mistakes.

Now, lay out the pattern for the board by snapping chalk lines to show where each panel will be placed. Layout the boards to plan for any panels to be cut and mark the panels. Using a scoring tool  cut along the lines that are marked. Then you can use your knee for support to snap the backer board along the scored edges.

Next follow the directions on the package of mortar to mix it correctly. Use a square notched trowel to apply the mortar on to the sub floor  in small sections and comb the mortar in straight vertical ridges. » Read more: DIY – Tile Your Kitchen Floor

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Quick Kitchen Makovers For The Holidays

December 14th, 2009

If your like me the holidays bring tons of family and friends to the house to celebrate and enjoy the season.  If you’ve put off the much needed kitchen makeover and are looking for a quick way to give new life to your kitchen there are several easy things you can do that will make a big impact on the appearance of your room. 

1. Replace kitchen faucets -  This is actually something I did this past weekend in my own kitchen.  I was fortunate enought to find a great deal on some clearance Moen faucets at Menards.  Menards, Lowes , Home Depot and many other lumbar yards and home improvement stores will be taking clearance markdowns on kitchen fixtures in hopes » Read more: Quick Kitchen Makovers For The Holidays

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Does Your Kitchen Need A Makeover?

August 16th, 2009

Eventually everyone that owns a house will ask themselves this question. Deciding when to take the plunge and do a kitchen makeover isn’t a simple task considering the costs that are involved with painting, construction, buying new appliances, tile and other related repairs you will have to deal with in your kitchen. Below are a few simple things to consider before tackeling any makeover in your home.

Are you a first time homeowner?  If so, how long have you lived in your home?  Whether you have only lived in your home three months, three years, or even thirty years, there may come a time when you want a change. We often associate change with buying a new home, but there is a way that you make a change without having to make another large purchase.  If you are looking for a change, when it comes to your home, you way want to think about upgrading your kitchen. 
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