It is difficult to resist the charm of Ancient American-style rocking chairs. They come in all shapes and sizes, but most feature tall backs with spindles, graceful armrests and aesthetic information. Just because they’re so pretty to look at, you might not want to cover them completely with pillows, that would conceal or detract from […]
The Eureka 4870 Series vacuum is a vertical model which comes equipped with features including an upholstery nozzle, a crevice tool and a headlight to make cleaning the surfaces in your home easier. While the vacuum comes with a two-year limited warranty if it’s used in accordance with the operating instructions, you may encounter problems […]
Over the years, even the best-kept lawn becomes compacted and forms a dense, waterproof thatch. At some point, the thatch lessens the amount of air, water and nutrients that reach the grass roots. If renting an aerator to remove plugs is beyond your budget, homemade ones will likely do just fine as long as you […]
When your lawn tractor engine makes a squeaking noise and suddenly stops running, you might find a sinking feeling in your belly simply expecting the costly repair bill you could face. Before you fear, however, make time to replenish your yard tractor and reach the base of the problem. Whether the issue is a significant […]
When you have an aged classic chain saw like the Homelite XL-76 model, then odds are you’re going to have to perform maintenance and repairs on it from time to time to keep it up and running. When you have replaced the old ignition coil with a new one, it’s vital that you set the […]
A central air conditioner air handler cabinet incorporates the blower, filter and evaporator coil. Warm household air pulled during the return duct is filtered, drawn through the cooling evaporator coil, subsequently driven under positive pressure into supply ducts and dispersed through the home. Since a typical 3-ton closed-loop residential air conditioner moves about 1,200 cubic […]
Bathrooms are exposed to more moisture and humidity than any other inside space in your home. Even when they are well-ventilated, toilets are prone to mold, bacteria and mildew. Selecting water-resistant wall coverings will continue to keep them to a minimum and even make your toilet much easier to wash. Keeping the most-water-resistant materials closest […]
Concrete floors possess a reputation for being cold, and it is true that concrete has a lesser insulating value than most other construction materials. Your concrete flooring is probably not the largest source of heat loss in your house, however, and if your flooring is cold, there are ways to improve its heat retention. Concrete […]
Writing desk ergonomics addresses the position of your desk, chair and body to maximize productivity, minimize physical distress and prevent health-related issues. Although basic ergonomic principles could apply to everybody working with a writing table, some facets need person tweaking to accommodate your particular height and work jobs. When you use a writing desk for […]
When installing a radiator, take under account the size and location of this room in addition to specific features, like the windows. These variables help determine how much heat a radiator must produce to keep the room comfortable. Heat output is measured in British Thermal Units, or BTUs. A BTU is the amount of heat […]