Tiling can be a DIY job, or you can opt to hire a professional tiler. However, exactly how much tile can you lay in a single day? Professional tilers and contractors can lay around 100 12×12 inch (30.5×30.5 cm) tiles in an hour or 900 …
What To Do if You Can’t Match Brickwork
When replacing bricks, building an addition, or remodeling your home, there’s typically a desire to match brickwork. This is why it’s so frustrating when you can’t find the same colors or anything even close to what you currently have. If you can’t match brickwork, it’s …
How To Install Drywall on a Ceiling Without a Lift
Installing drywall on the ceiling is not the most comfortable task. Working on ceilings often means twisting at odd angles and potentially causing pain in your back and neck. A drywall lift is the easiest way to get things done but if it’s not available, …
How To Fix Too Much Mud Applied to Drywall
When it comes to drywall use and installation, the most challenging part of the process is applying “mud” to the drywall. If you use too much or too little mud or do it poorly, your drywall will not look good and can be a mess …
Do All Brick Homes Have Studs?
Studs are widely viewed as a crucial component of a structurally-sound wall. After all, they’re able to provide most of the vertical support a house needs at minimal costs. However, are they always necessary or present in a brick house? Not every brick home has …
Should Your Brick Steps Be Sealed?
Brick steps are a nice addition to any home, and not only are they aesthetically pleasing, but they also increase the value of a home and its appeal. They’re also long-lasting and durable, especially when treated appropriately. When you’re installing a new set of brick …
Why Do So Many Doors Have 6 Panels?
If you’ve ever taken a stroll down a street, you may have noticed that many front doors have a six-panel design. This door design is extremely popular in many homes, especially in the United States. But why? Many doors have six panels because the six-panel …
Can You Legally Brick Up Your Back Door?
Whether or not you can legally brick up your back door depends on the local building code, including the relevant fire safety regulations. The back door is generally one of the vital exit options in a property, which means that there are several considerations that …