Friday, March 29, 2013

Is Spray Foam Insulation Better Installed In A Ceiling Or Under A Roof

Attics with insulated roof decks benefit from tightly sealed gable windows. Spray foam insulation is an effective choice for insulated roof ...

Repair An Existing Tin Ceiling

Tin ceilings were commonly installed in homes that were built from the late 1800s to about the 1930s. Using tin was cheaper than plaster or ...

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Clean Lights In A Vaulted Ceiling

Don't overlook high lights in a vaulted ceiling. A vaulted ceiling is dramatic. It also places any lights installed in it out of your d...

Installing Ceiling Fans

You can find ceiling fans in most homes. Installing ceiling fans is a good way to increase airflow in a room. In many cases, ceiling fans c...

Cheap Way To Tile Ceiling

Cheap Way to Tile Ceiling When it comes to installing ceiling tiles in your house, you will find it can be a great wa...

Oil Rubbed Bronze Vs Brushed Nickel

Brushed nickel and oil-rubbed bronze finishes are gaining in popularity. The choices available in fixture finishes is growing. Chrome is sti...

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Drop Ceiling Tile Options

If your ceiling is looking the worse for wear, install drop ceiling tiles to cover it up. Unlike the ceiling tiles of the 1960s and 1970s, ...

Decorate A Ceiling For A Wedding

Decorate a Ceiling for a Wedding A beautiful way to decorate a ceiling for a wedding is to create a balloon canopy. Depending on the size of...

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Fit Pvc Ceilings

PVC ceilings offer a simple and attractive solution to ceiling and wall treatment. The material comes in a wide variety of colors and styles...

Wire Two Ceiling Fans On The Same Circuit

Wire Two Ceiling Fans on the Same Circuit Ceiling fans are an attractive and cost-effective addition to any heating and cooling plan. The di...

Hang A Suspended Ceiling

Installing a suspended ceiling Suspended ceilings are a popular choice for homeowners who are remodeling or adding living space. They're...

Monday, March 25, 2013

Hide Electrical Boxes In Ceilings

If you have an old electrical box in your ceiling that you no longer use, you probably want to patch the area to hide the box. This is a sim...

Remove A Painted Stomp Textured Ceiling

Sanding off ceiling texture generates lots of dust. Ceiling texture adds a subtle design element and conceals small drywall taping discrepa...

Decorate A Room Around A New Orleans Style Ceiling Fan

Bold and fancy styles will help you capture the New Orleans spirit. In a city with weather as hot as New Orleans, a ceiling fan is a common ...

Friday, March 22, 2013

Control Roof Leaks

Treat a leaking roof as an emergency, because it can wreak havoc in your house in a very short time. Attend to any signs of a roof leak, suc...

Small Foyer Entranceway Decorating Ideas

An interesting light fixture is functional decor for your small foyer. Foyers give the first impression of your home to visitors and guests...

Thursday, March 21, 2013

Mount A Projection Screen In A Dropped Ceiling

A dropped ceiling affords an opportunity to mount a remote-controlled projection screen that tucks neatly away when not in use. On the oth...

Install A Plaster Ceiling

Plaster ceilings add value. Plaster ceilings are installed with a backing of drywall, since the plaster is applied over the drywall. Plaste...

Cut Tegular Ceiling Tile

Cut Tegular Ceiling Tile Suspended ceilings cover up unsightly plumbing, heating and electrical components. They are used frequently in base...

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Wire Ceiling Fans With Four Conductors

Installing a ceiling fan can be confusing because of the four conductors attached to the motor. The confusion starts with the light kit cond...

Hang A Bike From The Ceiling With Hooks

Wall mounted bicycle storage on a porch. Bicycles are important means of transportation for many people living in urban environments but it ...

Wire Bathroom Light Fixtures

Install a new light fixture in your bathroom . Bathroom light fixtures add beauty and style to this otherwise underappreciated area of your ...

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Wire Bathroom Heaters

Wiring from standard ceiling fixtures can be used to wire bathroom heaters. Central heat and air installers typically minimize or avoid inst...

Hang A Chair From The Ceiling

Hanging unused chairs gets them out of your way. Our ancestors, whose homes were usually small, took full advantage of walls and ceilings to...

Monday, March 18, 2013

Quiet A Loud Ceiling Fan

A loud ceiling fan can be annoying, especially if it makes a squeaking noise or prevents you from falling asleep. A ceiling fan can be loud ...

Creative Lighting Ideas For Kids' Rooms

In order to play and learn, children need proper lighting. While your child's bedroom should help stimulate his or her imagination, it s...

Which Direction Does A Ceiling Fan Go In The Winter Vs The Summer

Change the direction of a ceiling fan from summer to winter. Changing the direction that the blades of a ceiling fan spin can affect your co...

Friday, March 15, 2013

Replace Recessed Lighting With Led Indoor Lights

Replace recessed bulbs with LEDs to save energy. You can buy an LED retrofit kit to easily enable your recessed lights to accommodate new LE...

Change A Light Switch In A Ceiling Fan Light

Has the light switch gone bad in your ceiling fan? No need to replace the entire ceiling fan. Changing the internal switch is pretty easy an...

Replace A Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture In A Mobile Home

Flush mount ceiling light fixture Part of the renovation or rejuvenation of a mobile home is replacing light fixtures. In a market that is i...

Thursday, March 14, 2013

Cut 3d Suspended Ceiling Tiles

Suspended ceiling tiles add dimension to a space and because they hang down and can be displayed in many different patterns. The 3-D suspend...

Convert 2x4 Ceiling Tiles To 2x2 Ceiling Tiles

Drop ceilings contain a textured surface that is easily modified Installing a drop ceiling allows a homeowner to cover up higher ceilings th...

Replace A Bp27 Broan Bath Fan And Motor

The Broan BP27 bath fan removes moisture from the bathroom while you are showering to help reduce the buildup of mold and mildew. The fan a...

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Wire A New Ceiling Light

Ceiling light fixture Light fixtures vary in size, shape and overall design, but they all connect to power in the same way. Installing a new...

Wire A Lasko Ceiling Fan

Ceiling fans today are designed for easy installation in place of existing ceiling lights or other electrical fixtures. The same wiring syst...

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Install A Vinyl Soffit Ceiling

The advent of vinyl siding has allowed homeowners with average do-it-yourself skills to change the look of the exterior of their home more e...