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Asphalt roof is one of the most durable and inexpensive roof materials in the market. However, it is not impervious to damage. If your asphalt roof has seen better days, you need to make repairs right away. The good news is, you don’t need to hire a professional to get …

To give a concrete floor a beautiful marbling, consider applying an acid stain. Acid staining is a fairly straightforward task as long as you prepped the treated area beforehand. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to apply acid stain on concrete floors on your own: You will need: Paint …

So you are finally ready to move out and settle over your new place. Exciting times, indeed! But before you think about how to style your new home, it is equally important to prep for the move. In today’s post, we are listing down tips on how to prepare before, …

A rusty iron gate and railings are not only unsightly; they will also comprise the security of your property. A quick way to refresh your outdoor living space and extend the life of your gate and railing is to add a fresh coat of paint to iron gates and iron-wrought …

There’s nothing more satisfying than perfectly polished floors but if your wooden floor has seen better days then it might be a good time to sand and polish it yourself. Get a professional looking finish and give your living space an update by checking out our simple guide on DIY …

Screeding is a process that smooths out concrete, plaster, cement and other building material after being applied on a surface. The process is meant to flatten and smooth out building materials applied on a surface, such as poured concrete. Although best left to the professionals, screeding is incredibly simple that …

The devastating magnitude 8 quake that left thousands dead in Nepal renewed fears over the big one, a magnitude 9 earthquake capable of destroying whole cities within seconds. Unfortunately, there is no way to accurately predict when the next major earthquake will hit and where. But it pays to educate …

Part of maintaining the furnace is cleaning and painting the propane tank. However, propane tanks are best left alone unless they are malfunctioning. If say, your propane tank is in dire need of a facelift, you can’t just disassemble it, paint it over and re-attach it as you please. There …

Paving slabs are stones, brick or concrete used as exterior flooring. In most homes, paving slabs are used to create driveways, walkways, outdoor platforms, and patios. Laying paving slabs is by no means an easy task. Creating a simple walkway using pavers is time-consuming and labor intensive. So before taking …