Having a basement in a home adds much-needed space. Unfortunately, not all homes come with them. But for those which do, the extra space can be used for storage or converted to additional living space, as the owner prefers. But that extra space doesn’t come without some potential for problems. Basements can flood and animals … Read more
Any staircase with more than two risers (the vertical part of the step) is required to have a handrail, according to building code. Handrails are a safety concern, providing people of all ages something to hold onto, while negotiating their way up and down the stairs. This is especially important for the elderly, small children, … Read more
Anyone who has ever lived in an apartment with an upstairs neighbor understands how annoying it can be when they walk across the room, especially if that neighbor is a little heavy-footed in the way they walk. There’s not much that can be done about this when living in an apartment, but there’s no reason … Read more
Home styles change through the years. While there are classic styles which stay with us forever and there are people who are specifically trying to capture the style of a particular era, that’s not the majority of people. Most people would rather go for something modern, following the trends of style to have their home … Read more
Perhaps the most challenging nailing technique to master is that of toe nailing, also referred to as “skew-nailing.” However, there are times when toe nailing is essential, especially in framing homes. It is most often used when a board’s surface is unavailable for face nailing. For clarification, face nailing is the term used to refer … Read more