Making repairs in the apartment, in one of the rooms I needed to figure out how to improve the threshold in front of the balcony. I decided that the most practical material for this would be tile. Since in the future I planned to insulate the walls with drywall, I immediately attached it to the glue from the side of the threshold. This had to be done right away, since the size of the tile had to be calculated taking into account that drywall would be attached to the wall.
Read MoreIn the cold season, I forgot about my balcony, and canned it, since the temperature there was almost the same as that on the street. Finally, I thought about insulating the balcony from the inside. I want to share with you what I did for this. Even before that, I changed the window on the balcony, and put plastic with triple glazing.
Read MoreThe most common ceiling finish is the use of drywall for the manufacture of boxes. There are many options for what can be made of this material. It can be multi-level ceilings, as well as elements in the form of geometric shapes. Now we will consider a sample of manufacturing a simple box, which is installed along the edges of the ceiling.
Read MoreIn the following article will be considered in detail the properties, scope and features of the application of modern insulation of a new generation. As an example, and not for advertising purposes, products of the Polynor brand are chosen - a one-component polyurethane foam insulation, which is sold in standard aerosol cans.
Read MoreFaced with the need for repairs in the bathroom, the first question that arises is: whom to entrust with the performance of such work. The following problem automatically appears: how to find a good master so that he will realize your dream. In the search process, a third question appears: how much does a small bath repair cost?
Read MoreDuring the repair or relocation, anything can happen to the furniture. For example, making repairs in a room and moving a heavy cupboard, or wall section, you can inadvertently drop and damage furniture. Or in the process of moving, crooked assistants will drop. But you never know how - everything happens in life ... It’s not so bad if it falls on the back wall.
Read MoreI think that most people have encountered such a problem as a socket falling out of the wall. This can happen either immediately after a poor-quality repair, or over time, when the socket becomes loose from multiple plugs. The matter is fixable, although it all depends on the specific case. There are no universal methods that work 100%, in each particular case, its own technology is used, which in another place may not work.
Read MoreWhen water starts to flow from the faucet in the kitchen or bath, it’s bad on either side. It’s unpleasant to see a wet tap body, a sink or a sink every day and pay extra money for unused liters of water. But, what is most dangerous is the risk of a possible flood due to a device not repaired in a timely manner.
Read MoreCeramic tile has great strength. She is able to withstand a load of 3 tons per square centimeter, which is much more than concrete and even reinforced concrete have this parameter. Having a high rate of rigidity, it does not bend or deform even with very high tensile forces.
Read MoreWithout proper experience, brickwork is slow, which is caused by the complexity of laying the mortar. When smoothing it with a trowel, an uneven layer is obtained, as a result, the bricks lie crookedly, and their alignment along the lace takes a lot of time. All this can be avoided by applying one of the design patterns for masonry walls.
Read MoreTiles and stone are very durable materials, so they should serve for a long time, without requiring intermediate repairs. If the tile falls off or, moreover, breaks down during operation, then the cause is most likely due to problems with the masonry mortar or errors in its installation. For high-quality tile laying, the method of applying tile glue (masonry mortar) is of great importance.
Read MoreIs it possible to quickly and efficiently lay dimensional tiles on large volumes? What new techniques and homemade tools exist for this? Are there subtleties in this work and modern devices? All these questions can be answered in the affirmative. What is, for example, a system for leveling tiles (SVP) and a do-it-yourself comb for leveling tile glue on the base.
Read MoreCeramic tile is a material with excellent moisture resistance. Therefore, it is actively used in the repair of bathrooms, kitchens and other rooms with high humidity. But keep in mind that tile cladding always has many seams. They must also be protected from moisture.
Read MoreGravity heating system with water circulation due to the temperature difference (and therefore density) of the coolant in the direct and return pipes, can be mounted and used only for small one-story houses. Today, for this purpose (and for large cottages of 2-3 floors - necessary), circulation pumps are used that have low power (usually up to 100 watts).
Read MoreIn order to find various fastening elements in the wall: nails, bolts, studs, frame, it is not necessary to have expensive metal detectors or other search equipment in stock. There is a way much simpler and faster, not requiring large expenses, which will be available to everyone. I think that for some, this method may come in handy, maybe not right now of course, but someday ... It will be needed To search for fasteners from ferrous metals, we need: An ordinary thread of 1 m.
Read MoreOver time, in Soviet homes, sooner or later, it is necessary to change the sockets. They are shaky, modern euro plugs do not climb into them, there are other reasons. The wiring in the old buildings of the Soviet Union is made of aluminum. The aluminum single-core wire is quite fragile, and if it also warmed up at the connection points, then when you turn off the old outlet, it will definitely break off.
Read MoreIt is very convenient to have a heated towel rail in the bathroom. With it, you can always dry wet clothes, washed baby diapers, and other things. In addition, a heated towel rail can act as a bathroom heater. Almost all old-style apartments have heated towel rails in the bathroom, but they do not have an aesthetic appearance.
Read MoreLeaking water from a faucet in the kitchen or in the bathroom is quite common. The leak itself does not pose a serious threat, but there are a number of reasons that determine the need to eliminate it. Firstly, this will avoid unnecessary expenses for utility bills. Secondly, over time, the leak will only increase and at one fine moment the mixer will completely fail.
Read MoreDespite the availability of modern materials for sealing plumbing threaded joints, flax remains relevant due to its reliability, resistance to high temperatures, the possibility of adjustment and a long service life. Even against the background of all the advantages, not everyone is ready to use tow, because working with it is longer and more difficult, and in addition it is possible to overdo it with its quantity, from which fittings, valves or other elements burst.
Read MoreAt some point, you needed to shut off the water supply in the apartment or house, but all your attempts to turn the long-unused shut-off valve failed. The reason for this phenomenon is commonplace - the use of low-quality plumbing fixtures. Typically, problems arise with Chinese-made ball valves.
Read MoreA very beautiful vase in the modular origami technique with your own hands. Two-tone palette gives an interesting combination. This is an unusual craft that can be made of paper of all colors. Necessary details for creating crafts: Paper triangles for origami purple and white; Glue gel or glue gun. Read More
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