2010
08.17

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Homes, however, are not all the same in terms of size. Some are big while some are small and therefore, have limited space. For smaller homes, building a spacious closet may not that be possible. But there’s always a solution to maximize the use of a certain storage space.

Normally if space is limited in a home and there’s no way for you to expand your closet sideways, the best way is to go up. This means, installing or creating a closet that reaches your room’s ceiling. Here is where a new kind of rod, the double hang type, will work perfectly then.

One effective way of making the most of your closet space with limited size is to use the double hang closet rod. This is the trend today and by using this type of rod, it will be easy for you to expand your closet’s hanging space.

And this one is very fast and easy to install because it does not need screws, tools as well as other additional hardware. All you have to do is hook it over your existing rod and voila, you have more hanging space available for your clothes. Should you need to move to a new home later on, this accessory can also be removed with ease.

You should also know that the use of this double hang closet rod is not limited to your own closet in the home. This is also very helpful for people living in an apartment as well as students staying in a dormitory.

A double hang rod is usually made from chromed steel. Steel is a preferred material because of its strength and durability. Wood, however, is also available for those who prefer this classic material. It’s highly recommended, though, to hang the wooden rod to a chrome steel rod which is capable of carrying a heavier weight.

This latest type of closet rod can be used on any standard pole but will be suited well for a tall closet. With this, you don’t need to install a second rod beneath the main one on top because you just have to hook it up.

To make your closet rods last longer, check that they’re installed securely on the closet walls. Another tip to remember is to hang only the lighter clothes or items on your double hang rod such as blouses, skirts, scarves and the heavier ones on the main rod such as your pants, jackets and the like.

So remember that there’s no longer any reason for you to complain if your closet space is small. Get a double hang rod right away and enjoy clothes that are well taken care of. Make sure that you use the right hangers as well to keep your shirts and blouses in good shape.

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2010
08.17

Sometimes it is necessary to construct custom closet rods to fit your specific closet. One tricky closet rod that may seem difficult to make is an outside corner closet rod.With a little careful measurement and cutting, maximize the full corner of your unusual closet.

Install standard closet rod brackets to both walls that form the corner. Use a stud finder and mount the brackets into studs. Use a level to make sure your rods will align.

Install the fixed closet rod cup to one of the end walls. Position the closet rod on the newly installed brackets and place the fixed end cup where the rod contacts the wall. The cup is simply screwed in.

Measure the length of the wall where you have mounted the closet rod brackets that hold the closet rod. Remove the closet rod and measure and mark that measurement on the rod. Add 9 7/8 inches and make a big mark. Repeat this for the second wall, cup and closet rod.

Miter the closet rods at a 45-angle at the big marks and prefit the rods in the closet. Rasp the miter until it fits well. Insert each rod into its cup.

Apply carpenter’s glue to the mitered cut faces.

Press the miter together and drill a pilot hole through the end of one of the closet rods and into the center of the miter of the other closet rod.

Use a power screwdriver to screw a 2-inch screw to hold the mitered joint in place.

Screw the rods into place at the brackets using the screws and hardware provided with the brackets.

2010
07.16

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Curtain wall aluminium composite panel refers to the composite panel applied as building curtain wall, which is the composite panel with plastic material as the central layer and aluminium on two sides of it as well as decorative and protective coatings or films as the decorative sides.

Now, there are stricter quality requirements for new materials in construction and building decoration. The aluminum manufacturers, based on those requirements, bring forward more standard quality control methods and means. The national standard, GB/T17448-2008 Aluminum-plastic Composite Panel for Curtain Wall, details on the quality control indexes and testing methods of aluminum-plastic composite panel. Labthink Instruments Co., Ltd. As the excellent provider of testing instruments and testing services, introduces the relevant testing items and methods according to GB/T17448-2008 and other international standards.

According to GB 9754, 20 degree gloss meter should be applied to test. When testing, the testing data of more positions to the best of the operators ability is preferable. The difference between the maximum and the minimum values is regarded as the gloss deviation of the curtain wall aluminum-plastic composite panel. Labthink PARAM Glossmeter specializes in the rapid and accurate gloss testing of flat coating and painting surface. This instrument is portable in size, stable in quality and reliable in measurement. The resolution is 0.1 glossiness unit.

Aluminum composite panel curtain wall
●Material characteristics–light weight, simple processing craft. The surface is dealt with fluorine carbon coating processing, with anti-corrosive, anti-ultraviolet
radiation etc merits. Compared with the aluminum single plate, it has good sound insulation and thermal performance.
●Installation structure–localization installment, could be three dimensional adjusted with strong dislodgement absorbing capability.
●Construction effect–metal sense of reality, rich color, smooth surface and lines.

2010
07.16

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Barbed wire was invented in the 1870s to help tame the west. Cattle ranchers used the wire fencing material with spikes and barbs to corral cattle on the vast open grazing land. More than 500 types of barbed wire have been made, and this rustic tool is collected by thousands of people worldwide.

Now, Barded wire is usually used for making fence.Many farmers and ranchers construct barbed wire fences on their property to keep livestock in and unwelcome guests out. Constructing a barbed wire fence is not a difficult undertaking; however, you must use caution, as barbed wire is extremely sharp. Here are some suggestion for building barded wire fence.

  • Mark an “E” on the ground with orange spray paint at the location of each end post. A general rule of thumb is to place each end post within at least 50 feet of the next one. Mark an “L” for each line post to be placed. These will be sited every ten feet between the end posts.
  • Use a post hole digger to dig a hole 3 feet deep for end posts, 2 feet deep for line posts and large enough in diameter to allow your posts to fit completely inside. Set your posts in the holes and fill any openings around the posts with the dirt exhumed when digging the holes.
  • Pour crushed stone down around the base of each fence post to provide extra stability.
  • Secure the barbed wire to the end post using heavy-duty wood staples from a staple gun. The wire should be located 1 foot above the ground. Run the length of the wire to the first line post and secure again with a staple. Repeat this process until the length of wire is strung to each post. Make sure that the wire is pulled taut and is not allowed to sag in any areas.
  • Staple lengths of wire in 2-, 3- and 4-foot height increments above the ground, repeating the process above.
  • 2010
    04.28

    Sliding shower doors give many homeowners the chance to update their bathrooms. If you are stuck with the old shower curtain, sliding doors can be the ideal update for you. Not only does this help to provide for better privacy than a shower curtain, but it also offers you the security of a glass enclosure around your tub or stall.There are many options there in regards to getting a shower sliding door. I will give you some advice for choosing the sliding shower door.

    When you finally get ready to purchase a great shower sliding door, make sure that you measure the space you’re going to install it in. Remember the old builders saying before buying your sliding shower door or shower door enclosure, measure twice and cut once. It is important, as a rule of thumb, that the space needed to cover must equal twice the width of the door.

    There are a lot of name brands and price ranges to explore when looking at proper shower sliding doors. The top of the line brands are also some of the better-reviewed brands, and they include, Sterling, Dreamline, Kohler, and CRL. These companies offer a wide variety of options when it comes to shower doors, many of which feature adjustable sizes, and different tempered glass solutions. A custom glass shower enclosure, corner shower, or frameless shower enclosure might be another thing to consider.

    You might not find too many brands with lifetime warranties, but some more expensive models come with extended warranties that will save you headaches down the road. If the doors you pick up do not offer a warranty, then make sure you know a little bit about the maintenance of these types of doors down the road. Warranties are important when it comes to a sliding shower door to make sure you get the most out of your investment, so at least have a topical knowledge of what you’re getting yourself into.

    2010
    04.28

    Purchasing an electric towel warmer for your bathroom is an excellent idea as these are used to heat your towels so you can keep yourself warm even after a shower. Another added benefit is that they also help to create a cleaner atmosphere by preventing dust particles from circulating due to the heat that is generated.

    When selecting a good overall towel warmer, consider the amount of space that you have in your restroom, by measuring the area where you plan on placing the warmer. After you have measured the area, you’re ready to begin your search for a nice warmer. Many towel warmers are electric and are easy to install for any size budget.

    The electric towel warmers are filled with oil which is then heated by being plugged into an electrical outlet. These are generally the preferred type as they use a low wattage heating element which makes them safe to use while also being energy efficient. These come in many different shapes from those that mount on the wall to those that can simply be placed on the bathroom floor.

    The hydronic towel warmers require a hot water supply which is typically used in conjunction with the central heating system which tends to limit their operation. One of the downsides to these is that they are much more expensive as they also require professional installation. However, these are perfect for placing near a spa or a swimming pool since they are connected to the plumbing system.

    It is always important when purchasing an item for the home. You want something that will last a good amount of time, so it’s important to have a good grasp on what the manufacturers warranty is providing. Whether it’s a limited warranty or an extended warranty you want to protect your investment in case anything goes wrong down the road. Many entry-level models do not have an extended warranty tied together with the purchase price, and that is alright if budget restraints keep you at a lower entry point. With good care, and a careful hand, you can ensure that your hot towel warmer stands the test of time. Again, like most things, you get what you pay for, and that certainly goes for a towel rail and its warranty.

    2010
    03.22

    A truss is composed of triangles because of the structural stability of that shape and design. A triangle is the simplest geometric figure that will not change shape when the lengths of the sides are fixed. In comparison, both the angles and the lengths of a four-sided figure must be fixed for it to retain its shape.

    Roof

    This house uses trusses for the roof framing. Trusses are pre-fabricated, triangulated wooden structures used to support the roof. The alternative is to build up the roof’s frame with 2×8s and 2×10s. Trusses are quite common these days because they have five big advantages from the builder’s standpoint:

    • Trusses are incredibly strong.
    • Because they are built strictly from shorter lengths of 2×4 lumber, they are generally a lot less expensive than the alternative.
    • You can have just about any shape custom-built, and this allows interesting features like cathedral ceilings at low cost.
    • You can span a large distance with a truss and the truss transmits all of the weight to the exterior walls. Therefore, none of the interior walls are “load-bearing,” so they can go anywhere and are easily moved later.
    • Trusses go up quickly!

    From the homeowner’s standpoint, the one big disadvantage is that you don’t have any attic space.

    Trusses come in several standard configurations:“W” truss,“M” truss, “Scissors” truss, “Gable” truss.

    2010
    03.18

    Wall panels serve many functions, from providing descriptions of exhibits in museums and galleries to hiding away electronics such as stereo speakers. As a decor element, wall panels are an excellent way to break up wall space. There is a paneling style for almost every decor. Choices include rustic boards, frame-and-panel designs with or without moulding, and elaborate raised panels. You can cover an entire wall or choose waist- or shoulder-high wainscotting.

    Paneling is sold in two main forms: sheets and boards. Sheets are typically 4 by 8 feet. Boards range from 3/8 to 7/8 inch in thickness, but the most common are 1/2 and 3/4 inch. Boards come in widths of between 3 and 10 inches and may have either square, tongue-and-groove, or shiplap edges.

    The detail instructions are as follows:

    1. With a helper, position the first panel at one corner of the room, but do not apply panel adhesive yet. Check the inside edge of the panel with a level to make sure it is plumb.

    2. While your helper holds the panel in place, use a compass or scribe tool to scribe the corner edge of the panel so that it can be cut to fit snugly against the adjoining wall. Draw the compass along the adjoining wall so the pencil leg duplicates the unevenness onto the panel

    3. Cut the marked edge along the pencil line. A saber saw works best for this, but you will need to use a fine-toothed blade to avoid fraying the front of the panel. Or, you can transfer the mark to the backside of the panel and turn the panel over to cut it.

    4. Attach the panel to the wall, placing nails in the dark grooves where they’’e least likely to be visible. Stop hammering before the nailhead reaches the surface, and set the head flush with a nailset.

    5. When a panel must be cut for a switch or receptacle, hold the panel in position against the electrical box and mark the box’s location. Snap chalk lines to the approximate place where the box will go. Then measure the distance from the edge of the adjoining installed panel to both sides of the box and transfer these dimensions onto the panel between the chalk lines.

    6. Make cutouts for electrical boxes using a saber saw equipped with a fine-cutting blade.

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