Grandfather clocks, though elegant and impressive, do require a fair amount of maintenance to keep them looking pristine and running smoothly. However, with the knowledge gained from this article, you will easily be able to keep your grandfather clock in top shape. Clock Body For basic cleaning, dust the outside of your grandfather clock once a week with an ostrich feather duster. For a slightly more thorough clean, go over the wood of the clock every so often with a damp, lint-free cloth.
29 September 2020
If you have an ice machine in your local business, then you likely use it all of the time for your customers. Because of this, it is very important that this machine is always functioning properly for you. A great way to ensure that you are always going to have the help that you need for your ice machine is to work with an ice machine service. This article will discuss two great reasons to work with an ice machine service.
29 November 2016
Granite countertops in your home is an excellent idea. Granite is not only a strong and durable material, but it contains a natural beauty that can't be recreated with man-made countertops. However, because there are so many different kinds of granite countertops, sometimes it can be difficult to pick out which one is going to look the best in your home. Thankfully, there are certain things that you can do to help you make this decision and feel confident that it is the right one.
29 October 2016
Once upon a time, the only insulation available to homeowners was batt insulation, which comes in the form of large sheets. Yet these days the options are much more vast. If you would like to learn more about the types of insulation available today, read on. This article will provide a handy guide to the use and benefits of blow-in insulation. The Basics Blow-in insulation is distinguished from batt and other types of insulation by the fact that it comes loose, rather than in fixed sheets or rolls.
6 October 2016
Bringing water into landscape design comes with a lot of challenges. Waterscapes are transformative works of art when brought to land, and require intensive landscape changes to go along with water delivery. Before jumping onto a water design idea for your area, consider what needs to be done to prepare for the additional materials and time invested. The Unseen Planning Behind Waterscapes Building a natural-looking waterway on land is difficult, but even a surreal waterspace takes careful planning.
14 September 2016
You hired a photographer for your wedding, and you got some amazing pictures from your special day. Now you need creative ways to display some of those beautiful images. Custom picture framing gives you lots of unique options for capturing the excitement of your wedding. Here are just a few ideas you can use to display your wedding day photos. Wedding Reception Shadow Box You can use some of your keepsakes from the reception to create a shadow box for your pictures.
17 August 2016
Pests like insects and rodents can infest your home and cause all sorts of health problems if left unchecked. There are a variety of reasons why a bug or rodent will try and get into your home, and thus there are a number of different things that you can do to prevent them from gaining entrance. Understanding how you can proactively keep pests out of your house is the best way to avoid an infestation.
24 July 2016
Even if you have no small children or pets around that could tamper with your rat baiting station, a large number of rats assailing it at once could cause it to move way out of position or even tip over. Therefore, if you want to deal with your rat problem quickly and efficiently, some kind of anchoring system needs to be put in place. Check out these three ways to anchor a rat baiting station on concrete and how to choose between them.
27 June 2016
Applying a quality sealant to your concrete walkway or driveway is a great way to prolong its life by protecting it from the elements. Specifically, the right sealer applied properly can help to prevent cracking and crumbling, thus saving you money on repairs in the long-term. Still, if you plan on sealing your own concrete, there are some common mistakes you'll want to avoid. Failing to Prepare the Concrete One of the most important aspects of sealing concrete successfully is taking time to prepare the concrete ahead of time.
9 May 2016
If you love to have plants and flowers in your home, you should consider installing a garden window in your kitchen. This provides you with not only a place for your plants, but gives your kitchen more appeal. Below are some tips and benefits of using garden windows for your kitchen so you can decide if they are right for you. Makes Your Kitchen Look Larger If you have a small kitchen, a garden window is a great way to make it look larger.
12 April 2016
