So here is the big question. Should you use roofing felt (tar paper) when finishing your basement. Well this has been a common practice for many years, but here are a few things that you need to know: Roofing felt was originally developed to dry in the house after framing, but before the roofing surface…
Continue ReadingDanger of Keeping Your Steel Sink
The Lovely Steel Sink There is a risk of keeping your colourful 70’s steel sink in service. Steel sinks from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s were available in a multitude of colours, including white. Many home still have these old sinks, but there is a problem. They are prone to rust-out. A situation that can…
Continue ReadingWall Tiles Cracking?
Well, it looks like Bill had another problem. This time he identified cracking wall grout in the custom built walk-in shower next to the master bedroom. It appears that the grout is cracking. Bill tried, as in his previous floor tiles, to fix the crack by dabbing on some clear silicone. This only made the…
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