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Lifetime and Keter are both premium brands, specialising the manufacturer of plastic buildings and storage.
Shiplap is a type of paneling made from different types of materials with an L-shaped lip on both sides where the panels overlap. On the other...
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A cheater vent (or air admittance valve) is a vent that comes off the fixture -- for example, a sink in a new powder room -- and is buried in the...
Read More »Lifetime and Keter are both premium brands, specialising the manufacturer of plastic buildings and storage. Plastic is a fantastic material to use for sheds, as we have previously discussed in a past blog. The Keter Oakland 11×7 Shed and Lifetime 15×8 Shed are two of our favourite products from each their ranges. This is because both incorporate high quality features in their build, as well as looking attractive in design. Plastic sheds are particularly suited to those who want a maintenance free storage solution (as explored in a previous blog), as wood and metal require care such as re-staining or treating rust. Both of these garden buildings fit that bracket, and are maintenance free. They also come with extended UK warranties as a reflection of the high standard of build and materials used.
You can determine if your potting soil has gone bad by checking for: Compaction. Compaction refers to soil that's heavy or tightly packed. ... Foul...
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If you have space on your lot, and zoning codes approve, living in a shed legally should be no problem. Don't limit the shed to just a home or tool...
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These are! They guide you every step of the way to complete your dream shed.
Learn More »Unfortunately, fasteners like nails are necessary to hang up extremely heavy shelves made of dense, solid materials like steel or oak. However, you can use adhesive fasteners to hang up light, hollow shelves made of things like balsa wood. As a general rule, try to hang shelves that weigh 3 lb (1.4 kg) or less.
This article was co-authored by Emily Fazio . Emily Fazio is a Home Improvement and DIY Specialist and the author behind Merrypad, a home improvement and DIY lifestyle blog. Emily develops content for Discovery including HGTV.com and DIYNetwork.com, among other influential interior design and homesteading websites. Her partnerships include companies such as Legrand, Sherwin-Williams, Stihl, and Kohler. Emily studied at St. Bonaventure University. This article has been viewed 351,982 times.
If you're hanging a heavy mirror on drywall without the support of a stud, you need drywall anchors that can bear the weight of your mirror. Check...
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Do Rats like Clean Houses? Rats don't really care if the home is clean as long as they can eat and stay warm in it. As was mentioned earlier, mice...
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A solid timber door will be stronger, more secure and more thermally efficient than a uPVC front door. Modern uPVC front doors, however, are...
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Made from either steel or galvanized aluminum, metal outdoor sheds provide durability at a very cost-effective price; although, metal is...
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