Monday, October 31, 2011
Remove Rust From Slate
Slate is a natural stone popular for flooring. Slate is a natural stone frequently used for indoor and outdoor flooring. Though slate is dur...
Clean A Rusty Skillet
Don't toss that pan - a little elbow grease (and some real grease) is all it takes to bring a rusty cast-iron or steel skillet back to l...
Friday, October 28, 2011
Clean Outdoor Lights
Outdoor light fixture It is easy to forget to clean outdoor light fixtures . They are often taken for granted, both for their decorative ad...
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Use A Sizzle Plate
Steaks and chops can be finished cooking in an oven with the use of sizzle plates. Have you ever been to a Mexican restaurant and ordered fa...
Identify An Antique Treadle Sewing Machine
Table top machine, supported by cast-iron treadle mount In 1850 Isaac M. Singer envisioned the treadle, a cast-iron, foot-powered pedal, as ...
Paint An Iron Bed
You can paint a cast-iron bed or one with wrought-iron elements with enamel paint or spray paint that is formulated for metal. Cleaning the ...
What Are Longaberger Baskets
The Longaberger Company, an American craft company, was founded in 1973 by Dave Longaberger, based on his family's affinity for making b...
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Lawn Chair Tips
Wrought iron makes a durable chair for patio or lawn. Lawn chairs come in a variety of configurations, materials and coverings, from plasti...
What Preservations Can Prevent Rust From Forming
Rust is a common problem in households as it can form on cars, furniture, cookware and other objects. Rust is corrosion that develops on met...
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Which Is Better For Patio Covers Aluminum Or Wood
A patio cover helps keep a patio dry. Aluminum and wood have some very different properties, and they each have pros and cons as patio cover...
Hang Pots & Pans From The Ceiling
Pots and pans can clutter a kitchen workspace if not organized. Kitchen space is often limited. Pots and pans can take up valuable cabinet a...
Monday, October 24, 2011
Create Planters From Found Items
Slip a plastic pot inside found containers if you wish to preserve the container. One of the benefits of container gardening is that you are...
Cook On A 1928 Home Comfort Wood Cooking Stove
Wrought Iron Range Company of St. Louis began making Home Comfort wood cook stoves in the late 1800s and continued the line until the 1940s....
Classy Table Decoration Ideas For Halloween
Sometimes the focus of Halloween becomes campy and childish. While ghosts, witches and bats may be whimsical and festive, they tend to lack ...
Friday, October 21, 2011
Hang Mirror Wall Tiles
Mirrored wall tiles may add light to a room and double its size, appearance-wise. Reflective mirrors bounce both natural and artificial ligh...
Iron Canopy Bed Guide
Iron canopy beds provide stability and serve as a focal point in a bedroom. Iron canopy beds have been around for centuries. In Medieval Eu...
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Attach A Wroughtiron Fence To A Block Post
Wrought-iron fences come in simple or elaborate styles. Block posts are solid square posts used in fence building. Available in materials su...
Different Designs Of Beds
When entering a bedroom the eye is immediately drawn to the bed. From the simple to the elaborate, the design and style of bed that you choo...
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Instructions For Installing Iron Balusters
Instructions for Installing Iron Balusters As you look for an attractive way to remodel or finish a deck, stairway, or porch, iron baluster...
Use A Wroughtiron Patio Table Top
A wrought-iron patio table top can be a decorative and useful element for your home and your landscape. There are many ways to use the table...
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Buy Wall Mounted Wine Racks
A wall-mounted wine rack is a chic and modern way to store wine bottles. Storing wine on a wall creates an excellent focal piece for your di...
Make Cushions For Wicker Furniture
Making wicker cushions at home is comfortable and cost effective. Wicker is suitable for outdoor furniture because it is durable and withsta...
Iron Fencing Styles
Picket is one style of iron fence. Fences serve many purposes, including providing privacy, enclosing areas, confining animals and providing...
Monday, October 17, 2011
Mount A Trellis To Stucco Without Drilling
Accent your stucco wall with a metal trellis. A trellis serves a decorative and functional purpose in your landscape. It allows you to grow ...
Create Christmas Decor With A Theme
One of the most dramatic ways to decorate your home for Christmas is to choose a color theme. A favorite combination is red and white with ...
Friday, October 14, 2011
Victorian Home Exterior Ideas
What sets off the Victorian home from other styles of homes is the details. The Victorian period, named after Queen Victoria, conjures up an...
Install Vinyl Mobile Home Skirting
Mobile homes need skirting to protect the underside of the home. Your mobile home is set on a foundation, which means the underside is open ...
Compatible Fences For Pets
Choose fencing appropriate for your yard, budget and pet. Pet-compatible fencing has much to do with the type and age of the pets you'd ...
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Spanish Hacienda Style Interior Design
Spanish hacienda Spanish haciendas are designed around large open areas and uncluttered spaces. Colors found in nature--red, off white, and ...
Build An Iron Trellis
Most "iron" trellises are actually made of steel or aluminum. The ironwork effect is created by hammering the metal or by the use ...
What Is Tuscan Style Decorating
Tuscan decorating is inspired by the Italian countryside. Utilizing warm earth tones and rich colors, Tuscan decorating has a rustic, hospi...
Kitchen Design Styles
You've heard it before: The kitchen is the heart of the home. That truism makes your kitchen 's design an important decision. To get...
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Decorate Your Master Bedroom In Minimalist Style
Minimalism is a great decorative option for a master bedroom because it lends itself to soothing serenity. Here are some objectives. ...
Welding Projects For A Plant Stand
Found metal objects can be used to create a welded metal plant stand. Creating a plant stand as a welding project requires a design, materia...
Monday, October 10, 2011
Measure & Cut Cast Iron Pipe
Cut cast iron pipe with a cold chisel and ball peen hammer . Depending on local building codes, cast iron pipes can still be used for house...
Measure Wrought Iron Gates
Gates come in many shapes and sizes. Wrought iron gates come in varying sizes, shapes and designs. You may need to measure wrought iron gate...
Replace A Wrought Iron Porch Railing With Wood
Wrought iron porch railings can be a suitable complement to a home's exterior. However, if you desire to up your curb appeal and present...
Friday, October 7, 2011
Clean Candlesticks
Candlesticks can become covered in wax over time. Candlesticks are often the centerpieces for elegant gatherings in the dinning room. Over t...
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