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
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
Owning a recreational vehicle can bring a lot of joy and enjoyment. At the same time, there can be a lot of work. Someone once said that a boat is a hole in the water that you pour money into, and an RV can be the land version of that saying, especially if you buy … Read more
Gluing is a common means of attaching pieces in pretty much any woodworking project. Whether you are building a jewelry box or a home, you’re probably going to end up using adhesives somewhere in the project. But just what’s the best glue to use? That depends a lot on the application. Different glues exist because … Read more
The spiral staircase has been in use in architecture for roughly 1,900 years, although researchers seem to think that the concept goes back over 3,000 years. Originally, they were a defensive measure, used to force attackers to use a very narrow front, giving the defenders an advantage. This advantage was amplified by building all spiral … Read more