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What is the purpose of having a toolbox if it is not equipped with the tools you need? Whether you are working on a small project or a large job, you need to be able to put your hands on the tools you need, to get the job done. Your toolbox should contain not just …
Yes! Plywood can be used as a base for tiling. However, avoid laying tile directly on the plywood subfloor. Use a thin layer of plywood as an intermediary. While tile can be installed over plywood, the plywood subfloor must be at least three centimeters (1¾”) thick. Experts and local building authorities also recommend a concrete …
There’s a lot to love about plywood. It’s typically less expensive than traditional wood. It’s user friendly, and comes in sheets large enough for many applications. However, plywood does differ from traditional wood in a few ways, and these factors affect the staining process. Can You Stain Plywood? Yes, you can stain plywood. In fact, …
Yes, drywall can be recycled. How and where depends on the type of drywall. Recycling centers will often take clean, dry gypsum wallboard and reprocess it into new wallboard. You can also recycle it by repurposing it. Some companies will also pick up and recycle your drywall for you. Call around to see what options …
Entering the screw aisle at the hardware store can feel daunting. Dozens upon dozens of screw types in various materials, sizes, thread counts, slot heads, and more all stare at me, demanding that I know what it is I want without looking for hours. I calmed that fear by learning more about the different screw …
A standard 3/4-inch full sheet of plywood weighs about 60 pounds. The weight of plywood is determined by multiple factors, from the type of wood, species, size, and thickness. Plywood is one of the most common materials used in construction. If you visit your local hardwood store, it would be impossible to miss. Plywood is …
Common plywood can swell and lose shape if it gets wet for long periods, causing the layers to separate. Plywood is made from sheets of solid wood veneer glued together with waterproof glue. The veneers are very thin, so they don’t hold up well against water. Plywood’s water resistance depends on the type of glue …
Plywood is inexpensive and strong, but it’s usually not very attractive. You may use plywood for subfloor and walls, but you can also use it for many other applications. Plywood isn’t commonly used for projects where the wood is visible, because it looks like, you guessed it, plywood. If only you could paint the plywood, …
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, plywood is made by joining wood veneers(whether hardwood or softwood) from various tree species with an adhesive. It’s a nine-step process that includes: heating, peeling, drying, gluing, pressing, and more. A core wood is chosen and the veneer is pressed into that material. Glued together wood veneers (also known …
While no one exactly when screws were first invented, we have evidence of them dating back as far as the first century B.C. They started as devices to help in agriculture, and only began to be used as fasteners in the 15th century. Screws are one of the six simple tools that everyone learned about …
A screw is a threaded device for fastening two pieces together. A wood screw is tapered from a point to the head, while a machine screw is the same diameter from top to bottom and comes to a flat end, not a sharp point. Screws also have different types of heads, discussed below, the most …
It’s better to use screws on fencing instead of nails. Wood is still a living thing, even after cutting down a tree to fashion planks. It moves and can split under the right circumstances. Nails loosen with time and movement. Screws don’t. So what screws are good for fencing? What Effects Screws Must Withstand? Homeowners …
Yes, you can recycle regular and glossy wrapping paper. Papers that contain any non-paper additives should be thrown away or repurposed. We use tons of wrapping paper for Christmas and birthdays. Think of all the times you’ve seen the floor buried under ripped and wadded paper after every gift is opened. In the past, we …
Nails and screws are generally consider the best for construction projects, from furniture to building homes. You may have not even thought about using wood glue instead of screws. However, it turns out that if you aren’t using wood glue, you may be making a mistake. Wood Glue and Screw Basics Before we learn which …
There are lots of different screws you can use for decking. If you’re building a treated wood deck, the best option is to use stainless steel or galvanized nails and screws. These are available in both coarse thread and fine thread. The coarse-threaded nails and screws will last longer, but they may leave marks on …
There are a few different types of screws that can be used for aluminum, but the main requirement is that the screw has a relatively high tensile strength. This is because aluminum is relatively soft and will bend or break if stressed too much. Aluminum Screws The most common type of screw for aluminum is …
You may want to install a sheet of drywall yourself to save some money on labor costs, or maybe you’re remodeling your home, and you’re doing the work yourself. In any case, it’s important to know how to do the job properly so that you don’t run into any problems. Here are some tips that …
Yes, you can tile over plain and painted drywall. Wall tile is a popular choice in many homes, and the ceramic wall tile industry is booming — it has an estimated market size of $68.6 billion in 2018 and growing. Many homeowners don’t realize that drywall is already there underneath their existing tile. Read on …
Not having the right space to work on intricate projects can be frustrating, especially when limited space or the wrong kind of space negatively impacts the outcome of your project. For woodworkers, finding the right type of workbench is essential. Not only can the proper workbench give you room to spread out, but it …
Painting your home on your own can be a major undertaking. Not only do you have to decide what kind of colors make sense for the space, but you also have to decide on what equipment to use. While paint sprayers are better for those looking to cover difficult surfaces like crown molding or brick …