Walls & Ceilings
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Install Wall Coverings
Take a look at those stark white walls in your home—what a wonderful opportunity for expressing your personal style and…
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Drywall Installation Techniques
Drywall panels cover most walls and ceilings built over the last 40 years. Drywall can also be called sheetrock, wallboard…
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Paint Over Paneling
Q: We are buying a 32-year-old home. The family room has wood paneling in it, we hate it, and would…
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Designer Touches with Drywall
Styles of drywall have changed a lot over the years. Using drywall techniques to add new architectural or design touches,…
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Nicotine Stains on Walls and Ceilings
Q: This spring I’m planning to do some painting. Before I begin, I must wash my walls and ceiling because…
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Checklist: Winterize Your Home
As cold weather approaches, it is important to take a few preventative measures to protect your home through the chilly…
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Tip: Insulation Basics
Insulation basics: You’ll know when your insulation needs to be repaired or upgraded—you’ll feel cold air seeping in from seams…
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“Upgrade Batt, Rolled or Poured Insulation ”
Batts and blankets of fiberglass or rock wool insulation are affordable and easily installed in open framing. Loose-fill insulation, which…
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Acoustic Ceiling Cleaning
Acoustical tile ceilings act as “sponges” for sound, soaking up excess noise to create a more pleasant environment. Unfortunately, these…
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