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Kerdi membrane is a waterproof pliable sheet that is made by Schluter, a leading manufacturer of construction materials. This waterproofing membrane is often used with tiles in wet areas such as bathrooms or steam showers. If you’re planning to use Kerdi membrane on the floor of your residential or commercial property, below is a comprehensive guide that’ll … Read more
The Moen pop-up drain is a pretty nifty tool that can be used to stop water from being drained in a sink. Unlike the traditional sink drain stopper, the Moen pop-up drain is easy and quick to use. All you have to do is push it to open or shut. The Moen pop-up drain is … Read more
Many homeowners are tired of the boring and basic tile design in shower floors, and that’s why they are switching to pebble floors. Even though this design comes with many benefits, it’s susceptible to one major problem – the surface eventually turns white. This is an issue that has affected many homeowners and it’s why … Read more
USG Durock is undeniably one of the best cement boards in the market. It’s durable, strong, and highly resistant to crumbling. When installing Durock, it’s important to adhere to the manufacturer’s instructions. For instance, most people don’t know that USG recommends Durock be installed using thinset. In today’s article, I will discuss the best thinset … Read more
Iron hubs are very common in older buildings. If you’re in the midst of a plumbing renovation in such a building, there are scenarios where you may be forced to connect PVC to a cast iron hub. Because these two materials are very different, you may be wondering if it’s possible to create a seamless … Read more
Joists play a crucial role in the construction of a ceiling. As they run horizontally from one side to the other, joists support anything that is attached to the ceiling such as drywall. They also give your ceiling a solid frame. Once the ceiling is finished, joists are not supposed to be visible. So, if … Read more
Everyone knows that tiles are installed using thinset. But what about 12×24 porcelain tiles? This type of tile is much bigger and it’s normal for one to wonder, will thinset provide sufficient adhesion? Today, I’ll be addressing whether thinset is the ideal adhesive to use on 12×24 porcelain tiles. I’ll also share a few recommendations and … Read more
When installing a door, most of us expect the jambs to fit perfectly. However, that’s not always the case. In instances where the wall is thicker, the door jambs might have trouble fitting in. You may notice some space between the jambs and the wall, and apart from the practicality aspect, such a setup is … Read more
Every homeowner dreams of having a heated floor. The comfort that comes with such a setup is unrivaled. If you have finally decided to install a heated floor, you’ll need three main items; a Ditra mat, a thermostat, and a heating cable. The former two items are pretty straightforward. However, when it comes to the … Read more
It’s not strange for you to come across a home with a combination of both brick and siding. In case you are planning to build such a concept, you must figure out what you are going to use for the transition. The latter is of utmost importance because it prevents water and moisture leaks that … Read more
Kerdi membrane is one of the best products you can use to waterproof drywall. With a Kerdi membrane, you can prevent the effects of water damage on drywall. Even though drywall is an ideal substrate for Kerdi membrane, will it stick if the drywall is painted? This is going to be our main focus in … Read more
Named after the pattern of a herring fish’s skeleton, the herringbone tile is a classic and unique design. This tile pattern has withstood the test of time. It’s still as popular as it was back in the 17th century. This design entails the installation of rectangular pieces of tile in a zig-zag pattern. From a … Read more