![A well-organized clean car residential garage, How To Find Ceiling Joists In A Garage? [5 Ways]](https://uooz.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Well-organized-clean-car-residential-garage-768x512.jpg)
You might be looking to improve garage storage capacity or hang a bike rack from the ceiling. Whatever your end goal is, you need to find the ceiling joists in your garage. But exactly how do you go about finding…
If you own a home with vinyl siding, you know that damage can come quickly, without any warning. When you inevitably find yourself in a situation that requires you to fix your home’s vinyl siding, you may be wondering if…
![Water dripping from a leaking bathroom faucet, Why Do Bathroom Faucets Leak? [6 Most Common Problems Revealed]](https://uooz.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Stream-flows-from-a-leaked-bathroom-faucet--768x512.jpg)
There are quite a few reasons why bathroom faucets made leak–even newly-installed ones. But what are these reasons? We’ve done a bit of digging to gather these answers for you. In this post, we discuss the most common reasons for…
You’ve noticed that your vinyl siding has a chalky appearance and are wondering what to do about it? This oxidation process is a common phenomenon for many homeowners, but you do want to take care of it. We’ve gathered information…
Whether you are dealing with a new build or updating your home’s plumbing, you may consider changing out and updating your existing plumbing with PEX. If you have decided to make this particular plumbing update, you will need to know…
You know it’s important to protect your home, but you may wonder whether you actually need guttering on your porch. Is the cost worth the protection? We’ve done the research and have information and practical tips to help you keep…
Whether you are about to renovate your home or you just don’t understand what the previous owner was thinking you’re probably wondering, “Can I run water pipes through my attic?” We’ve researched the best practice for installing water pipes in…
![Furniture newly painted with epoxy, Does Epoxy Soak Into Wood? [Here's how to make it soak deeper and faster]](https://uooz.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Woodworking-with-varnish-or-epoxy.-production-of-furniture-from-solid-wood-Does-Epoxy-Soak-Into-Wood-Heres-how-to-make-it-soak-deeper-and-faster-768x512.jpg)
Epoxy resin is a unique compound that is widely used by professional woodworkers and hobbyists alike. Its bonding ability to wood makes it suitable for a variety of projects. It can help repair or replace rotted wood, provide a scratch-…
If your yard has an issue with excess rainwater, you’re not alone. Homeowners all over the world have been trying to manage excess water for decades. Pop-up drains are a great way to discreetly move excess water away from your…
If you are shopping for faucets to upgrade your bathroom’s look and feel, you may question whether they come with drains included. Luckily, most bathroom faucets come with their own drains and assembly. Manufacturers understand the need for continuity in…
When choosing a faucet to accompany your bathroom sink, you may be wondering – will any faucet fit? Or do you need one specifically designed for a bathroom? We’ve researched and broken down the options so you can find the…
hen it comes to landscaping, your first instinct may be just to buy plants and mulch or to have a clean-cut yard. But every landscape, just like a home, needs a solid foundation. Hardscaping with rocks can add a whole…
When working on your home, you may find that you have copper plumbing. Copper pipes have been reliably used throughout homes for a very long time now. But when it comes to replacing or adding to your copper plumbing, you…
![An outdoor patio setup in the gravel backyard garden with bamboo fence, How Long Does a Bamboo Fence Last? [and How to Make It Last Longer]](https://uooz.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Outdoor-patio-setup-in-the-gravel-backyard-garden-with-bamboo-fence-768x512.jpg)
Bamboo fencing has become a popular choice for homeowners in recent years. It is highly attractive, less expensive than wood, and a very sustainable natural material. But many people in the market for fencing often wonder: How long does bamboo…
Gutter overshoot occurs when rain flows over, instead of into, the gutters. Proper water diversion into the gutter is needed to avoid foundation and siding damage, mold and mildew growth, premature roof wear, basement flooding, and landscape erosion. We looked…
From flooding and water damage to mold and bug infestation, a leak in your basement wall can cause big problems. When fixing a leak in the basement, it’s important to know you can fix it from both the inside or…
There’s nothing quite as rewarding as improving the curbside appeal of your home. We know that taking on a landscaping project, though, is a big commitment. On average, then, how long does landscaping typically take? We looked into this to…
![Artex coating used for interior decorating, How To Artex A Ceiling? [5 Steps]](https://uooz.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Artex-coating-used-for-interior-decorating-768x512.jpg)
Have you ever wanted to know how to apply Artex to a ceiling? Well, look no further as we’ve created this post just for you. Applying Artex to a ceiling can be a fun DIY project that you can do…
![Modern and spacious unmanned clean bathroom and glass shower room, How To Install Tile On A Shower Ceiling? [14 Steps]](https://uooz.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Modern-and-spacious-unmanned-clean-bathroom-and-glass-shower-room-768x512.jpg)
Have you ever considered installing tiles on your shower ceiling? If so, we’ve put together this guide to outline the steps and equipment for this DIY task. Here are the steps needed to install tiles on a shower ceiling: Decide…
![A fogging machine being prepared by a worker to fog a whole house, Can You Fog Your Attic For Bugs? [Here's How]](https://uooz.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/A-fogging-machine-being-prepared-by-a-worker-to-fog-a-whole-house-768x512.jpg)
Bug infestations can be a disgusting problem for homeowners to deal with. Sometimes people don’t have the money to hire an exterminator or would simply rather handle it themselves if possible. When it comes to bugs in your attic, you…
Whether a gap between the door trim and the wall has developed over time, or you are completing the finishing touches on a new door trim installation, you’ll wonder how to fill this gap. Proper gap-filling provides a longer-lasting, more…
LED lights add flair to any space, and strip lights are easy to install with a fantastic combination of color options. Placing them overhead on your ceiling will create some brilliant lighting, but how do you install them? We’ve compiled…
If you own or are considering purchasing a house with a sizable attic, you may be wondering if it is considered another story. Between building codes, appraisal guidelines, and real estate terminology, determining what constitutes a story can be confusing.…
PEX tubing has become one of the most used materials for running water lines to homes and industrial buildings. If you’re considering using PEX to replace your copper pipes, you may wonder if it’s susceptible to damage from pests, rodents…
![Can PEX pipes freeze and burst [what homeowners need to know], Pex fittings used to create pipe connection for the water system](https://uooz.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Pex-fittings-used-to-create-pipe-connection-for-the-water-system-768x512.jpg)
Your home’s water system is an integral part of everyday life. Pipes freezing and bursting is one of the worst experiences a homeowner can go through. PEX pipes are a great choice for running many of your home’s plumbing. But…
When plumbing a new structure or redoing pipes in an existing structure, you want to do the job right. You also want to avoid difficult installation methods. If you look at plumbing material options, you may wonder about PEX, and…
If you’re setting up a gutter system, figuring out how to make it turn a corner without reducing its effectiveness can seem like a tall order. Thankfully, we have researched this and discovered that you have several options for solving…
![Suspended ceiling with LED square lamps in the office, How To Cut Ceiling Tiles? [4 Steps]](https://uooz.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Suspended-ceiling-with-LED-square-lamps-in-the-office-768x512.jpg)
Ceiling tiles can be a great way to add a bit of flair to your home decor. Cutting and installing them, however, does require a bit of planning. Cutting the ceiling tiles properly is crucial to ensure sufficient ceiling coverage…
![Running water of shower faucet, Should You Waterproof Shower Ceiling [And How to do that in 6 Steps]](https://uooz.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Running-water-of-shower-faucet-768x512.jpg)
Shower ceilings inspire waterproofing questions and considerations. We examined government, manufacturer, and home improvement data to determine whether shower ceiling circumstances dictate waterproofing and, if so, what techniques and materials are needed. While not required for most installations, waterproofing the…
If you are thinking of doing a little home remodeling or you have recently purchased a new home, you may, at some point, wonder whether or not you can use ceiling paint on the walls. We’ve researched the properties and…