In the article we will consider the existing types of stained glass paints and their differences. We learn the order of work and the technique of painting on glass with stained glass paints. Let's talk a little about painting glass with acrylic paints
Repair 2024, November
If you want to speed up the process three times, then the temperature should be increased by 10 °C. If you are thinking about the question of how to dilute epoxy resin, then you should know that today special compounds are known that contain curing accelerators in their composition. You can also find epoxy compounds on sale that harden at a low temperature
Recently, glazing of balconies with multi-pane double-glazed windows is gaining popularity. There are many advantages in this: keeping the heat in the apartment, stylish design, using the balcony with maximum benefit. You can do the work on the glazing of the balcony with your own hands, saving money. Here's how to do it
Description of types of deep penetration primer. Technical characteristics, composition, storage conditions. The purpose of the mechanical solution, application and features
The article describes a baguette for stretch ceilings: advantages, types, installation features. A detailed consideration of the methods of fixing the baguette when attaching stretch ceilings is also given
Self-adhesive wallpaper is the best option for those who do not want to bother with repairs too much. Such wallpapers were popular a dozen years ago, but recently they have become in demand again. After all, they are able to quickly and effortlessly decorate any room. In addition, you do not have to breed glue or spend a lot of time cleaning after repairs. This type of wallpaper already has dry glue on its back
The kitchen sink siphon is a special valve that is designed to drain sewage into the sewer. It also prevents unpleasant sewer odors from re-entering the room. Under modern sinks, siphons of various types, designs can be selected
Selection of materials for finishing work. Recommendations for the preparation of the walls. Technological features of wall preparation. Stages of surface preparation for painting. Features of coloring concrete bases
Painting a brick wall should not be done immediately after masonry is completed. It is necessary to postpone the work for a year or more. This time will be enough for the walls to dry. The paint will peel off if this recommendation is neglected. Work outside the premises should be carried out in warm weather, when the temperature is equal to or less than +25 °C
Durability is one of the main advantages that plastic windows have. Do-it-yourself repairs are easy to do. This is primarily due to the low level of breakdowns, as well as the simplicity of the design
When disassembling old devices or structures, sometimes a situation arises when a bolt has stuck. How to unscrew, there are many effective methods
There are many floor coverings, but not every one of them is suitable for the floor in the toilet. How to choose a durable and beautiful material? Is it possible to independently carry out the installation without the help of specialists? What tricks exist to achieve a good result?
A separate apartment of your own is the dream of most people. But not everyone can afford to buy a home to their liking. However, if you still have your own shelter, then if you have a desire, it is not difficult to turn it into a cozy comfortable apartment
Enemy number one is mold stains in living quarters. These black and greenish-brown spots do not bite anyone, but it becomes impossible to live in the house. In addition, sometimes a fungal colony can disguise itself and live for years on the back of the wallpaper, without external manifestations, gradually growing and capturing new territories. So, what to do if mold appears under the wallpaper? How to deal with it? And is it possible to win this war alone?
Glossy ceilings amaze with bright colors and interesting patterns. True, over time they can fade a little, lose their original luster, but this is easy to fix. The owners of this miracle are interested in the question of how to wash the glossy stretch ceiling. There are some rules, we will consider them
Ceiling cornices are suitable for different types of rooms. They allow you to visually increase the space in a small room. In a large room, such products also look harmonious. There are many options for cornices. If desired, it is quite possible to mount them with your own hands. To do this, you need to consider several nuances of this process. How the ceiling cornice is installed will be described in detail in the article
Today, the building materials market has a huge range of floor coverings. You can choose linoleum, carpet, tiles, parquet, or make self-leveling floors. All this introduces the buyer into confusion. What is the best flooring for your home? The answer to this question is in the article
The most accurate can be considered prefabricated stairs, assembled from plates and their fragments, as well as monolithic, made on site. You can finish the concrete structure with stone, carpet, tile or wood. The staircase will look spectacular in the latter case, this is especially true when precious woods such as beech, larch, ash or oak are used
Varnishing is an opportunity to preserve the natural texture of wood and the original surface pattern for a long time. The varnish protects the coating from the negative effects of the external environment, dirt, dust and mechanical damage
Currently, maintaining body hygiene is not possible without plumbing fixtures such as a bathtub or shower. The latter is much more popular, as taking a bath takes a lot of time, and you can freshen up with a shower in just a few minutes
Just some 15-20 years ago, all the difficulties with choosing wallpaper came down to the color and density of the paper used to make them. At present, everything is much more complicated: now wallpaper cannot be called just a roll of paper with a pattern printed on it, because it is a real work of art that requires a very scrupulous attitude when choosing. So, what is the difference between vinyl wallpaper and non-woven wallpaper?
The main problem of the stretch ceiling is the streaks left after washing. Currently, there are many types of material and each of which has its own method of effective cleaning
Plywood is a building material, the active use of which requires the production of furniture, packaging and even the automotive industry. The wood veneer of coniferous trees is used for the manufacture of this multilayer material. The result is a solid construction that can be fixed with screws, nails and bolts, but glue is the most convenient option
Liquid wallpapers are modern and advanced building materials that look like decorative plaster. However, unlike plaster, they have a lot of unique features and properties. You can cover the walls with liquid wallpaper in any room. You can also create unique drawings. The application technology is quite simple, and the work is done independently at home
It is hardly necessary to tell residents of high-rise buildings, especially old buildings, what poor sound insulation of walls in an apartment is. Abandoning the arguments, let's move on to practical recommendations for eliminating this problem
Foam "Penosil" is one of the materials that have proven themselves as high-quality, reliable, easy to use, which also have an affordable cost for the average consumer
A lot of aerosol adhesives have appeared in stores. In order for gluing to be reliable and accurate, he alth is not affected when working with a balloon, you need to choose the right composition, follow the rules for its application and be sure to take safety measures
Ceramic products are in every home. Sometimes they do not correspond to the declared quality, and some do not last as long as we would like. What if your favorite plate or cup breaks? There is always a way out, even in such a situation. It remains only to figure out how to glue the ceramics
A lock for an interior door will be useful for those who want to limit visits to their room and ensure the inviolability of personal space
When making repairs in their apartment, many people think about which stretch ceilings are better. After all, you want to make your home as beautiful, practical and comfortable as possible. If you can decide on the appearance of the ceilings quite quickly, then the technical specifications for many often become a stumbling block. Let's try to figure out which stretch ceilings are better
Floor paint must be selected taking into account its compatibility with the previous coating. You can use a protective glaze or clear varnish, or apply a coating that has impregnating characteristics
Semi-commercial linoleum has found wide application, the technical characteristics and properties of which make it suitable for use both in residential premises (apartments) and in offices
Often during the repair, the question arises of how to level the walls with your own hands and what solutions can be used. The market offers a wide range of ready-made mixtures. And sometimes it is difficult for a person to deal with such a variety of products
Heated floors at home - it's very convenient. Carpets are no substitute for the feeling of stepping barefoot on the floor and feeling warm. With the help of this system, you can get control over the temperature in the apartment. There is no binding to central heating, which is a definite plus. To achieve this result, it is necessary to study the technology of pouring and installation
There comes a point in every homeowner's life when he or she realizes it's time to renovate and transform their home. It does not have to be capital, and the crazy pace of life of a working person, as a rule, does not allow large-scale work to be carried out in all rooms at once. Therefore, it is worth choosing one, for example, a bedroom, and updating it a bit
Today, non-standard designs are in demand, allowing you to decorate an unusual interior. Designers very often lay openings with various dimensions in projects. As a result, people have to order the manufacture of doors according to individual sizes
Among the huge number of materials used for flooring, laminate is especially popular. However, everyone knows that it quickly scratches, swells from water and fails. To prevent premature replacement of flooring, apartment owners try to protect it from rapid wear. And then everyone thinks: is it possible to varnish the laminate? Today this issue is very relevant and causes a lot of controversy, so in this article we will pay special attention to it
Entrance doors are one of the most important components of an apartment and a house, so their condition must be at the highest level. Based on this, it is necessary to carry out special repairs in time
In everyday life, there is often such a problem as a broken door handle. This situation gives people a clear inconvenience - without it it is difficult to open the door leaf. Door handle repair is a rare occurrence. This is explained by the fact that few people know how to properly fix breakdowns in the mechanism. Proper door handle repair depends entirely on the design of the lock
Preparation of the base for the subsequent laying of decorative flooring in the house is a responsible task, the quality of which depends on the durability of the coating. The most reliable way to build a stable roughing platform is a screed. Traditionally, it is performed on a sand-cement basis, but today the segment of self-leveling floors with polymer inclusions is developing more and more actively. Such mixtures favorably differ in technical and operational qualities