| ...e kitchen as a family room. bowls are available in both topmount and undermount styles, are designed for all types of counter tops and are available in 23 colors in multiple designs and sizes. offset drains create more room to stack dishes and glasses. steep, straight walls easily handle large pots and pans. like any transolid product, surfaces resist heat up to 365° and stains and marks are easil... |
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1. clear pipes: plumbing professionals recommend you get your pipes checked
regularly to prevent clogs. spring cleaning is a great opportunity to hire an
expert to tackle slow-moving drains and give your plumbing its annual checkup.
this is especially important if you live in an area that reaches freezing
temperatures, as your pipes may have been affected during the winter.
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| ...lly, crossville's portugal collection is available in a triangular mosaic that is sheet-mounted and ready for installation on floors and walls. the triangular mosaic works well for linear or centered drains on wet area floors or to create a stunning vertical focal point on the wall. for more traditional looks, the sheet-mounted 2"x2" mosaic is also available. also, standard bullnose or cove base, ... |
| ...h can easily tip over, causing a serious accident. install anchors and brackets to all pieces of furniture with a tip-over risk. read more information on the cpsc's "anchor it!" website.
pools and drains. a child can be trapped underwater from the suction of a pool or spa drain. cpsc urges parents to inspect pools and spas for missing or broken drain covers and provides pool safety tips at href... |
| ...an installed sink. also, look for accessories that work with your sink to save space and add convenience in the kitchen.
options include cutting boards, rinsing baskets, colanders, bottom grids and drains, among others.
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| ...ing lessons: teach the skill of swimming to children at a young age. enroll kids in classes to learn the basics and avoid accidents.
5. teach the parts of a pool: show children where to locate the drains, pipes and other pool openings. explain the importance of avoiding these areas while swimming as they can cause harm.
pool maintenance essentials
pool owners understand the importance of ... |
| ...eaks to prevent mold and mildew.
mold spores need moisture to grow and thrive in warm, humid conditions. inspect your home for excess water and moisture build-up from leaky roofs, faucets, basement drains, dishwashers and washing machines, and fix them immediately.
e exercise caution around appliances.
before using appliances such as space heaters and toaster ovens, make sure they are workin... |
| ... encrusted grease and food on roasting pans or enamel cookware by dampening with hot water and sprinkling baking soda into the dish detergent, let sit for an hour, and sponge clean. to deodorize your drains and disposal, and keep lingering odors from resurfacing, pour baking soda down the drain while running warm tap water.
* to ensure you set a beautiful holiday table, give all your holiday s... |
| ...aking soda is a great option for neutralizing unpleasant odors - from the refrigerator and freezer to the carpets and furniture. sprinkle it in sports bags, gym shoes, waste baskets, diaper pails and drains.
shine your floors. with allergies on the rise, it's important to pay special attention to the floors - use a product that will clean deep-down to get rid of the pollen and dirt that is fre... |
| ...fertilizer when watering. use a half-strength formulation to encourage new growth. water plants less often but more thoroughly, and only when the soil is actually dry to the touch. add water until it drains from the bottom of the pot. keep the air temperature on the cool side (60° to 65° f) for the best growth.
varieties to try
these herb varieties have compact growing habits and pack a flav... |
| ...lace a chisel between the boards and gently hammer the top to pry up the tile or floorboard. sprinkle more baby powder underneath the board to seal the excess space causing the squeaking.
* if your drains are draining slowly or clogged completely, try a de-clogging gel that clears the toughest clogs at a fraction of the cost of a plumber house call. liquid-plumr's new penetrex gel is a fast-acti... |
| ...of your roof that will be draining into the gutter leading to the rain garden, as well as the size of any paved areas that will be contributing to runoff into the garden. if your soil is sandy (which drains quickly), you'd want your rain garden to be about 20 to 30 percent of the area that will be draining into it (roof plus driveway, etc.) if you have clay soil, your ideal rain garden would be 60... |