Mary Adeliz Tabaloc

With various brands available, selecting the paint for your home projects can be challenging. Two top brands are Sherwin-Williams and Dutch Boy. You may want to compare them further to find the best choice for you. To help, we researched to give you a more detailed comparison. Here is what we discovered. Both Sherwin-Williams and …

A faucet cartridge acts as a replacement water valve controlling the water flow to the spout. There are various faucet cartridges based on function for water volume control and hot and cold water mixing. Also, the types of faucets differ in the material with different resistance to pressure. If your faucet cartridge fails, there can …

A Shark VACMOP is a multi-surface hard floor vacuum cleaner. The cleaner uses both suction and sprays mopping functions when in use. For the spray function, the cleaner uses a cleaning solution formulated by the manufacturer. You might be curious if you need to dilute the solution or if it is ready to use. Don’t …

A generator can keep your household running in times of power outages. Various generators with different wattages are available to accommodate the electrical appliances in a home. If you have an 8000-watt generator, you might be curious if it can run all your appliances. We did the research to find out and share answers in …

Power lines are critical for supplying electricity to your home. If you have underground electrical connections that you want to cover, you might consider encasing them using concrete. We researched this topic, so continue reading to find out if pouring concrete over buried power lines is possible. Yes, you can pour concrete over buried power …

Selecting the right material for your home’s flooring is critical. With a variety of options, you should select the flooring that matches your needs. The common choices are hardwood, laminate, vinyl, or engineered. Based on our research, this post will help you choose which is best for your home.  Hardwood is durable, versatile, and captures …

The IKEA Kallax shelving unit is available in different sizes and colors. You can use the shelf to organize your home in various creative ways. The Kallax is a trendy, multi-purpose piece of furniture with a minimalist and space-saving style. We have gathered information on how to use the Kallax as a room divider. Yes, …

Staining wood is an excellent way to enhance your home’s appeal. If you are doing this project yourself, you need to know if you should prime the wood or not to achieve a solid, long-lasting color. We’ve researched whether you should prime wood before staining, and this is what we discovered. Priming is necessary depending …

Concrete molds are beneficial when you do various home projects. For instance, you can replicate fixtures at less cost. Don’t worry if you’re not familiar with concrete molds. We’ve gathered information to guide you on how to use them. Follow this easy process to use concrete molds: Prepare the mold and apply a lubricant or …

You can do various activities when you connect to a power outlet. If you plan to place outlets on the floor for your convenience, you should find safe locations to install them. Read this post to learn where you should place the floor outlets in your living room. You can place the floor outlets in …

There are different tools you can use for various home projects. If you use an impact wrench, you need to decide whether to use a hog ring or pin detent. If you are new to DIY projects, these two might confuse you. This post will help you decide what to use for your projects. A …

A Sony home theatre is a good investment for keeping your family entertained. However, you might see a PROTECT message flashing when the device experiences an issue. Luckily, the solutions for dealing with this message are easy to follow. We did research to help you learn how to remove the PROTECT mode from your Sony …

TandoStone is an inexpensive composite siding that looks like natural stone. Installing the siding is not complicated compared to natural stone siding. TandoStone works well by itself or with other exterior materials. Based on our research, this post will guide you on how to install TandoStone siding. With your materials and tools ready, below are …

Finding the right waterproofing product is critical to keep out mold and prevent damage. Three popular waterproofing products are Zinsser Mold-Killing Primer, KILZ, and Drylok. We researched these products, and in this post, you’ll learn their differences and best uses, so you can decide which one is right for your project. Zinsser Mold-Killing Primer can …

You can keep your water free from impurities with a UV filter. When you install this device, you should position it correctly because it’s critical for the functioning of the UV filter. We’ve researched and found simple installation instructions. Refer to the UV filter installation manual to see if it allows a horizontal or vertical …

Drylok is a popular waterproofing material for interior masonry surfaces. Waterproofing protects surfaces from water seepage. You might wonder if you can add cement after applying Drylok on the surface, so find out in this article if you can cement over Drylok. Yes, you can cement over Drylok for the minor fixes. If you have …

Power fluctuations at home can disrupt your activities. Of course, you won’t know the timing when the power becomes unstable. But it can help to know the reasons for the issue so that you can follow the appropriate solution. We did research and gathered the most common reasons why the power goes off and back …

Windows are the eyes of your home. With so many choices available in the market, you should choose the best. There are factors to consider, such as durability, style, price, and other relevant features. So, which material is best for you? We have researched answers to make it easier. When choosing windows, the right choice …

With architectural shingles, you can create an attractive roof for your home. If you’re planning to install this type of roofing, staggering the shingles is an essential step in the process that you should know about. We did research so that you can learn how to stagger architectural shingles on your roof. Here are the …

Dekton and quartz are two of the trending countertop choices for modern homes. These countertops are durable, functional, and attractive. If you want to enhance your home, choose the material suitable for your projects. We’ve researched these materials to help you compare. Both Dekton and quartz are popular countertop materials. Each has its strengths to …

Differentiating between the main lug and the main breaker can be confusing to homeowners. These two electrical devices have similar goals, but they function differently. Even if you are not an electrician, you should be familiar with their distinctions, so you know what to do when problems arise. We did research for this post to …

Garage door openers make use of advanced technology for a convenient opening. Before you use one, you must be familiar with how to program it. Most garage doors will have DIP switches that can be confusing to configure. Read this post for an easy guide to follow. To program a garage door opener with DIP …

Birds can cause many problems when they have access to a dryer vent. They can create nests, leave droppings, bring in bird mites, or even die inside the vent. You should protect your dryer vent to avoid such problems. We did research for this post to help you install a bird guard for your dryer …

Shiplap can give your home a rustic vibe. However, gaps and nail holes can be visible in shiplap, and you might want to fill them in. We’ve researched how to do this and provide information on the process in this post. You can fill the gaps in shiplap using caulk or trim. For the nail …

If you choose the right colors, gutters can draw attention to your home. It can be a dilemma to decide if you should match the color of your gutters with other parts of your house. We’ve done research on this topic. Find out in this post if you should match your gutters with the colors …

Filling the gaps between the pipes and walls in your home is an important repair. However, covering some gaps can be challenging because they are in hidden or hard-to-reach locations. Based on our research, this post will provide an easy guide to help you fill those gaps.  To fill the gaps between pipes and walls, …

There are many wood options you can use for your home projects. One popular choice is whitewood. However, wood enthusiasts can have different interpretations regarding whitewood. This article will help you distinguish whitewood from other wood types and where to use it. True whitewood comes from the American tulip tree. Whitewood also refers to light-colored …

A Craftsman stud finder is a handy tool to locate the studs on walls. The tool is useful for home construction and improvement needs. If you are not an expert with this tool, this post will guide you on correctly using the stud finder. Here are the steps to follow when using a Craftsman stud …

It can be frustrating when an ice maker doesn’t produce ice. There are several reasons behind the issue, but there are simple solutions you can follow. We have researched to help you understand why a Whirlpool ice maker is not dumping ice and what you should do about it. If a Whirlpool ice maker is …

If you have a variety of D-I-Y home improvement projects, you might confuse yourself with the different tools. You might wonder about the distinction between the die grinder, angle grinder, or rotary tool. We researched to help you know their differences and use them for suitable projects. Use a die grinder if you are grinding, …

Shiplap and drywall are two terms that confuse homeowners. Though they look similar, they are very distinct and serve different purposes. We’ve researched and found some information to help you distinguish between the two construction materials suitable for your home improvement projects.  You can use shiplap for interiors and exteriors, while drywall is for interior …

You save time and effort when you clean with a functional power washer. Karcher is a well-known brand of reliable power washers. It’s a hassle if you need the washer, and it doesn’t turn on. In this post, we will help you understand why a Karcher pressure washer won’t turn on.     A Karcher pressure …

A shower assembly is not complete without a shower pan. If you have a concrete floor, it is possible to place the shower pan over it. You should plan carefully before you do this project. In this post, we will teach you how to build a shower pan on a concrete bathroom floor based on …

Water and electricity are a dangerous combination. However, you might need to add an outlet if you have an electric-powered toilet. If you have to install one, we have researched the appropriate distance to install the outlet and have information to shre. The National Electrical Code states that the distance from the toilet to the …