Thursday, June 30, 2011

Pop Out Electrical Box Holes

Electrical boxes are made of metal and are installed in walls and ceilings to house electrical outlets, light fixtures and other electrical ...

Difference Between Bullnose & Beveled Tile

Many floor tiles have a slightly beveled edge for depth. You have to choose what kind of tile edge will complete the look you are going for ...

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Install A Fluorescent Light In A Ceiling

Install a Fluorescent Light in a Ceiling If you are looking for a high-quality, low-cost light to install in your dropped ceiling, consider ...

Theatrical Special Effects & Lighting Techniques

Stage Lights Lighting is one of the most powerful special effects at work in modern theater. It is not only necessary for the audience to se...

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Install A Faux Tin Ceiling Easily

A faux tin ceiling can add to your decor. Covering a damaged ceiling with faux tin tiles is an inexpensive option for redecorating. Once you...

Define Wall Cladding

Wall cladding both decorates and weatherizes home exteriors. Improve the appearance and insulation value of any building with wall cladding...

Install A Drop Ceiling In Basement

Install a Drop Ceiling in Basement Drop ceilings are made from lightweight panels that are suspended a few inches from the overhead joists i...

Monday, June 27, 2011

Removing Joint Compound For Ceiling Texture

A smooth ceiling has a neat, clean, modern appearance. A ceilings textured with joint compound is also known as "popcorn ceiling" ...

Tin Ceiling Tile Decorating Ideas

Tin ceiling tiles are often embossed with decorative and elaborate patterns that can add character to many home decorating projects. Old cei...

Friday, June 24, 2011

Install Manufactured Stone Veneers On A Fireplace Rock Board

Install Manufactured Stone Veneers on a Fireplace Rock Board Manufactured stone veneer gives fireplaces the appearance of being constructed...

Trim To Window & Door Casings

The purpose of door and window trim is to hide the gap between the door and the window casing and between a window frame and the studs in t...

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Tiffany Lamps

About Tiffany Lamps Since its creation over a century ago, the Tiffany lamp has been a symbol of elegance and originality. These lamps featu...

Outdoor Kitchen Design Ideas

Cook in a brick oven in your outdoor kitchen . Turn your outdoor living area into a space where you can enjoy dining alfresco with the addit...

Add Track Lighting To A Drop Ceiling

Learn whether you can install track lighting to a dropped ceiling. Track lighting provides an effective way to direct light in a specific ar...

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Bathroom Redecorating Idea

Build in a medicine cabinet or shelving for extra space A bathroom is an ultra-functional space that is often neglected when it comes to dec...

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Decorate A Family Bathroom

A bathroom does not have to be a bare bones room of your house . The bathroom is often one of the most neglected rooms in the house. Often w...

Home Ceiling Lighting Ideas

Not all chandeliers are fancy or come with an abundance of decorative crystals. Ceiling lighting in a room brings both illumination and char...

Bathroom Lighting Guide

Recessed lights provide both task and ambient light. Successful bathroom lighting allows bathrooms to be practical, fully functional rooms a...

Monday, June 20, 2011

Install A Ceiling Light In The Center Of A Joist

You can put a ceiling light in the center of a joist to center the room. This will center everything out properly. Installing a ceiling ligh...

Install A Ceiling Light Fixture With Transparent Coated Wiring

Install a Ceiling Light Fixture With Transparent Coated Wiring Ceiling light fixtures that hang from a chain or rod commonly use lamp wire. ...

Friday, June 17, 2011

Use An Epson Ceiling Mount Projector

Use an Epson Ceiling Mount Projector An Epson front projector mounted on the ceiling is minimally intrusive and ready to use any time. All ...

Replace A Lamp Switch

Replace a Lamp Switch One way to extend the life of a lamp's on and off switch, is to turn the lamp on and plug it into an electrical ou...

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Make Faux Ceiling Beams

To update the look of your home, install faux ceiling beams . Real ceiling beams are part of the structural framing of a house that shows th...

Paint A Plaster Ceiling

Plaster ceiling awaiting paint Painting a plaster ceiling, whether several decades old or newly installed, requires several steps. The textu...

What Is The Proper Chandelier Height Over A Dining Room Table

Hanging a chandelier can add ambiance to a dining room. Decorative lighting is has two purposes: it should be visually appealing and give pr...

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Install Paneling & Paneling Trim

Wall paneling You can beautify the rooms in your home and add value to it by installing paneling or beadboard on your walls. Finishing your...

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Remove Tongue & Groove Interior Wood Paneling

Remove tongue and groove paneling by pulling out the nails. Like hardwood flooring, tongue and groove paneling is held in place by conceale...

Paint A Mexican Serape On The Ceiling

Re-create serape designs in the home. The serape is a type of wool shawl worn in Mexico, usually by men, and generally features brightly col...

Install A Can Light In A Finished Ceiling

Installing a can light is a finished ceiling can be done to add additional lighting or to replace an existing light fixture. Finished ceili...

Monday, June 13, 2011

Treat A Wood Ceiling

Learn treat a wood ceiling A well-treated wood ceiling can add a charming, natural, rustic, or even contemporary touch to your home interio...

Convert An Antique Washstand To A Sink

Replacing a modern pedestal sink with an antique washstand vanity helps blend old with new. If you love country-style decorating, have a hom...

Friday, June 10, 2011

Make A Tall Ceiling Room Feel Smaller

Dark colors tend to make a room feel cozier. Expansive rooms with high ceilings can feel cold and uninviting. Transforming a large, high-ce...