– Turning on the stove for heat is not safe; have at least one of the following heat sources in case the power goes out: Extra blankets, sleeping bags, and warm winter coats Fireplace with plenty of dry firewood or a gas…
In this video, This Old House plumbing and heating contractor Richard Trethewey quiets a whistling heating duct. Steps: 1. Mark the location of a start collar on both the return- and supply-side duct. 2. Cut holes in each duct using a sheet metal…
Electricity may seem like the cheap, green way to go, but natural gas is also a popular choice for energizing many common indoor and outdoor appliances. And with good reason, too — this fossil fuel is efficient, reliable, economical and environmentally friendly. In…
Whether you’re moving into your own place for the first time, getting a place to stay in for college, or just making a change in your living situation, renting a new apartment is an exciting time. It’s also a potentially nerve-wracking challenge, when…
There are two different types of real wood floors – multi-layer and solid – and three main methods of installation: Floating installation Stick-down installation Nail or staple down The most popular methods are floating and stick-down installation. Floating Installation Floating floors are ideal…
