there can be exceptions. Practical considerations factor into paint choice: room size, uses, light, children's ages, foottraffic, condition of existing paint, and exposure to sunlight are all relevant. Interior paint work takes time and attention
from linseed oil, rosins, wood flour and natural jute, manufacturers say it stands up well to heavy rolling loads and foottraffic. But Paul Novack, environmental product specialist at Brooklyn, N.Y.-based Green Depot, says that no matter what
inch cover can get an STC (Sound Transmission Class) of anywhere from 45-55," says Fenton. This kind of rating means foottraffic on the floor above isn't heard by those below. "You also won't get the creaks and groans that you might get with wood
weatherstripping could drag on carpet or erode as a result of foottraffic. Weatherstripping in a window sash must accommodate the weatherstrip; available in different heights. Wears from foottraffic; relatively expensive. "Frost-brake" threshold
A pleasing angle to the eye for mounting an awning is 45 degrees. Make sure the awning does not project into the path of foottraffic unless it is at least 6 feet 8 inches (2 meters) from the ground. One disadvantage of awnings is that they can block
People who own very valuable prayer rugs treat them with reverence, hanging them on walls to avoid the wear and tear of foottraffic. Collectors are also often concerned about moths and dry rot. The most tragic thing of all, many experts note, is when
woods are more difficult to cut and frequently require predrilling, but the denser the wood, the better it will stand up to foottraffic and weather. Granted, all wood deck surfaces should be treated every two years with a synthetic sealant that is water repellant
take the look of sculpture. With each passing year, copper reaches new levels of patina. With a quality installation, foottraffic passing a home will stop and take notice. Copper gutters can cost up to $20 a foot for basic installations. Aside from
down stairs, but you'll need to pay strict attention to codes and safety. Not all attics are built to withstand foottraffic or heavy furnishings. If the floor joists aren't thick enough or aren't properly spaced, you won't have the necessary
System uses commercial-grade R-11 insulation value fiberglass board for its panels. The wall panels are coated with DuPont Teflon for stain resistance and washability. Suzanne Mitchell, Marketing Manager for Basement Finishing System, notes that the panels