09th January 2009
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Are you installing a conservatory in your home? Bespoke conservatories make a great addition to any home. Not only do they add value to the home, they also provide extra living space and make it possible to enjoy the out...
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18th December 2008
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It may seem to the average layman that there is little actual art to the craft of plastering. This is understandable, as it often looks as if the plastering contractor simply spreads some plaster on a trowel and then pro...
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10th November 2008
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The key to successful tiling is to make sure all the tiles you install lay flat and have no edges poking up above others. On a wall surface, failing to keep the types flat will result in an untidy appearance. On a floor,...
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10th November 2008
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Plaster can be used in a variety of ways but one of the most populat is its use as a molding for floor, cabinets and ceilings. Plaster is far more cost effective and flexible for this purpose rather than wood which is tra...
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27th October 2008
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When I look back at my old office job, I know deciding to leave and becoming a dog walker was the best decision I ever made. As a professional dog walker, I get to spend every day with all types of dogs and the sense of p...
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13th October 2008
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A new ceramic tiled floor can really improve the look of your home. Ceramic tiles are very practicle, hard wearing and attractive. Following the information below will help you acheive a quality ceramic tile floor in no t...
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10th October 2008
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There are many plastering jobs that can be completed by amateurs but plastering a ceiling is not one of them. Although filling cracks, plastering walls and other surfaces can be done relatively easily, plastering a ceilin...
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08th October 2008
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The decision of which type of tile to use mainly comes down to personal choice but in addition you will need to consider if the type of tile you wish to use is suitable for it's intended purpose.
Exploring Different Ti...
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07th October 2008
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Plaster is a great material that can be used for a multitude of fun projects. Here is a look at just a few of the creative things you can do with plaster.
Changing the Look of the Ceiling
We all look at the ceiling...
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08th September 2008
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Many people have looked at the work of plaster contractors and wondered just where it is that plaster came from. Plastering actually is one of the oldest of the construction trades and was developed out of a necessity to...
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05th September 2008
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Plastering is quite possibly the single most misunderstood trade in the construction industry. In fact, most people, if asked, will respond that plastering is something done by painters. While this is not altogether unt...
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05th September 2008
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When tiling, the type of tile used must be adequate for the purpose for which they are used. For example, a counter tile will be different from those used for walls and wall tiles. If you've decided that tiling is the eff...
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12th August 2008
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If you find yourself needing to patch some plaster in your home, you will discover that there are many different options available for repairing the damage. While the best option is to take plastering courses in order to...
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29th July 2008
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Did you know that the concept of plastering has been around for hundreds of years? In fact, there is evidence that even primitive man used plaster made from mud in order to hold together their dwellings made from sticks....
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23rd July 2008
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Many people are unaware that hair has been used in plaster for hundreds of years to help with the binding process.
Why Hair?
Hair - particularly horse's hair - has long been used in plastering for two main reasons: ...
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