The Kerdi shower wall products, manufactured by Schluter Systems, are designed to provide a waterproof substrate for the installation of tile in showers. While one might argue that the tile and grout itself is waterproof, building code requires the use of water-resistant drywall or other waterproof products under tile around bathtubs and in shower stalls. … Read more
Selecting the right adhesive is critical for any project. Adhesives are not the same and making the wrong selection can mar the appearance of the project. Worse, the wrong adhesive or the wrong application of that adhesive may make the joint fail, causing the loss or destruction of the project. The “right adhesive” or “best … Read more
Barn doors are coming back in style, but not on barns. Today we’re seeing barn doors used in homes, much like the pocket doors of yesteryear, in places where a standard swinging door might not fit well. They’re also an option for sliding closet doors. The barn door style fits in nicely with the industrial … Read more
Adding greenery to any home creates a much more relaxing, livable atmosphere. Plants not only add oxygen to the air, but provide beauty and a touchstone with nature. Some plants go beyond that, providing food or at least herbs to flavor our food. Many people don’t really have room for a garden. Living in apartments … Read more
Artwork does a lot to make a home attractive. The thing about artwork though, is unless we want our homes to look like a collage dorm room; those pictures need to be properly framed. But framing, especially custom framing, can be as expensive as the artwork itself. Fortunately, it’s not necessary to go with a … Read more