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…top layer before reapply. Liquid sanders are another option, which are poured onto the existing floor and eat away at the lacquer, leaving a residue that is just wiped away. However, liquid sanders cannot be used on bare wood and may have other limitations…

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…carcinogen, according to the EPA. But formaldehyde isn t the only chemical off-gassing inside your home. Carpeting, paint varnish, aerosol sprays, cleansers and disinfectants, air fresheners and dry-cleaned clothing all emit organic gases that can…

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…of each season. Many pieces also work best with an annual sanding and a fresh coat of a protectant, such as a good outdoor varnish, to prevent drying or cracking. Maintenance will vary with the wood type. Today's wicker furniture comes in both natural…

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…is applied, use a slightly damp rag to wipe along the frame's edges to create highlights. Finally, a clear spray-on lacquer should be applied to protect the finish. Supplies and materials courtesy Cape Cod Picture Framing; 508-385-5482.

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…larger cracks indoors or outdoors. Use in nonfriction areas, as rubber becomes dry and powdery over time. Solvent such as lacquer thinner, if immediate. None; expands quite a bit. Good to excellent. Moderate to high. Spray-foam quickly…

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…Other metals used as backsplash material include copper, tin, brass and nickel. These options can lend a rustic feel to the kitchen…
…layer. Options include aluminum, stainless steel, copper and brass. The surface finish, texture and pattern can vary in a metal…

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…investigation before taking the job. Plumbers must be familiar with the properties of outdated plumbing components, such as iron or brass pipes, which they might encounter on a renovation job. At the same time they must know how to take advantage of the latest…

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