Preparing a Plywood Subfloor for Tile

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The old method for plywood underlayment tile installation involved lots of thinset laid directly onto the subfloor. These days, there are a few different ways to prepare subfloor for tile. The method you choose depends on the type of tile you are planning to use. Let’s get started! Vinyl: Preparing to Lay Tile on Plywood … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Sealing Laminate Floors

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Laminate flooring has taken over a large percentage of the wood flooring market. Although not an actual wood product, it is often seen as such, because it is made to look like wood. But much like the imprinted wood grain vinyl which is used in low-cost furniture, laminate flooring is only printed to look like … Read more

Remove Vinyl Flooring

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If you need to remove vinyl flooring , don’t despair. This is a big, messy task, but once you get started, you’ll find that it doesn’t take much time to complete. It’s worth noting here that you’ll need quite a bit longer to complete this project if it involves removing subfloor that has been damaged … Read more

How to Make an Epoxy Resin River Table

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Resin wood table tops are everywhere! This enviable look costs thousands to purchase, but is fairly easy to make yourself with some time, patience, special materials, and just a touch of building know-how. This easy DIY river table project calls for a reclaimed table base in a style that appeals to you. Using a pre-built … Read more

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How to Build a Storage Bench

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The storage bench: it’s one of the most useful pieces of furniture ever invented, and it’s also one of the easiest DIY furniture projects around. You can build a storage bench or storage ottoman to complement any room in the house or add a touch of organization to the mud room, garage, or deck. Outdoors, … Read more

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