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With the plummeting supply of good timber, steel and aluminum studs are proving to be the obvious replacements for wood. Many people prefer steel studs because they are straight, firm, and they don't shrink notwithstanding their durability and resistance to fire. Even with all these advantages, steel studs are still much cheaper than wood. Working with metal might be … [Read more...] about Securing A TV Mount To Metal Studs

Ice dams are common in places with cold winters and regular snowfall. They occur when heat collects in the artic and warms up your roof to temperatures above 32 degrees F. This, in turn, causes the snow on top of the roof to melt. When the running water flowing from the top of the roof reaches the colder lower edge of the frozen rooflines it freezes again, forming a huge … [Read more...] about How To Prevent Ice Dams On Gutters

Your house looks beautiful. It's clean and organized, but  ugly wires can make your space seem messy. This is a daily struggle for many people. Having cables hanging around everywhere and obstructing your designed room is one of the most unsightly aspects of a modern household. But not to worry. There are many ways to hide your cables in a way that is both … [Read more...] about How To Hide TV Cables Through Wall

Snow shoveling is back-breaking work, but it has to be done. In places where snow and cold fronts are constant, it is not wise to leave snow when it is not shoveled because it may melt and refreeze later. When that happens, a lot of accidents may occur from people slipping over the ice.  12 Tips for Shoveling Snow Shoveling snow requires a high level of efficiency as … [Read more...] about Patterns For Snow Shoveling That Save Time

There is nothing worse than going to hang up a picture and drilling right into your air vent. Air vents are metal plates that cover the holes responsible for letting in fresh air into your home. Together with air ducts, they serve as part of a home’s main ventilation, air conditioning, and the heating system. If the air duct system is damaged, the efficiency of the air … [Read more...] about How To Avoid Drilling Into Air Vent When Hanging Something