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If splitting is a problem when you're nailing, try these tips. One trick is to blunt the end of the nail before driving it. The blunt end will tear, rather than split wood. You can also predrill nail holes, or nail the board in place first then cut the ends to fit later. Another way is to first dip the nail into beeswax or paraffin.

When installing a new toilet, the first step is to ensure that the floor is level. With the toilet flange in place, the plumber places a ring of beeswax atop the flange to give a tight seal. A white washer, metal washer, and brass bolt secure the toilet on each side. The plumber adds thread sealant to the supply tube before connecting it to the tank. Once the connection is tightened, he turns on the water and checks for leaks. This American Standard Champion low-flush toilet has the largest siphon outlet on the market for effective bowl clearing and fewer clogs. It uses 1.6 gallons per flush and has a 10-year warranty.

…oiled counters are often sealed with a beeswax finish to keep water out and let the wood…
…Counters should be re-oiled and topped with beeswax monthly. The mineral oil can be added right on top of the beeswax. Mineral oil with melted paraffin…

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