The entire house, built in 1941 before the war, was originally clad in cheesecloth and wallpaper. Downstairs we simply covered over that with 1/4? sheetrock…the historian in me LOVES knowing that cheesecloth and wallpaper are still under there BUT upstairs we ripped the wallpaper off of the walls and slathered in GALLONS of white paint, that old wood drank the paint! It was a MESS to remove the old paper and cheesecloth, a zillion strings to clip but I love the look.
http://www.hollymathisinteriors.com/2010/05/more-wood-walls-in-my-home/ saved by
tara in on 5/21/2010 12:17:16 AM
This page contains wiring diagrams for household light switches. These can be used to control lights or receptacle outlets, or both in the same circuit. Diagrams on this page include a switch loop, single–pole switch, rheostat dimmer, a combo device as well as wiring for multiple light fixtures.
http://www.do-it-yourself-help.com/wiring_switches.html saved by
anonymous in on 7/7/2011 9:29:39 PM
Good post on protecting a Ham radio station from lightning, but also good for understanding how lightning protection works and how to protect a home from attacks by the lighting throwers in the sky.
So much information has been posted on lightning protection in this fourm you could spend hours going through all the information listed and I would recommend doing so. Use the search engine in eHam and by all means forget the naysayers of grounding. Go to the PolyPhaser site and read their tutorials on lightning protection. Go to Lyncole, Hagar and ICE (Industrial Communications Engineers) and read their tutorials on grounding. There is no short cut to lighting protection. Your whole station and home needs to be addressed as a complete solution. Now if you live in the Northwest you can skip the rest of this article for your chances are very slim you would even see a thunderstorm. For the rest of the county this is an aspect of the hobby we have to deal with. This article is a reader's digest version of what must be done for surge protection and I hope it start you thinking about your home and station.
http://www.eham.net/articles/13461 saved by
pj in
Electrical on 5/20/2010 11:41:59 PM
A good ground is very important, maybe the most important thing, in mitigating lightning damage; the more energy you can divert to ground before it gets into the house or equipment room, the less you have to deal with through lightning and surge arrestors. More importantly, more energy diverted to ground means less can go through your electronics!
http://www.solacity.com/Grounding.htm saved by
pj in
Electrical on 5/21/2010 12:03:49 AM
This is the FAQ for the electrical wiring news group. Tons of questions, including some of the ones below:
Introduction/Disclaimers What is the NEC? Where can I get a copy? What is the CEC? Where can I get a copy? Can I do my own wiring? Extra pointers? What do I need in the way of tools? What is UL listing? What is CSA approval? What impact does NAFTA have on wiring standards and approvals? Are there any cheaper, easier to read books on wiring? Other Resources on Wiring
http://www.faqs.org/faqs/electrical-wiring/part1/ saved by
pj in
Electrical on 5/21/2010 12:07:50 AM
Here I intend to give clear information on a number of basic house wiring issues that may be unfamiliar or confusing to the do-it-yourselfer. These certainly don't cover everything you might want to know. In what I say I am careful to qualify my statements if they have exceptions, using words like "usually" or "typically." If a practice is specified by the National Electrical Code I will tend to indicate this by "is to be," "should," or "must," and I won't talk that way if the matter is just common practice.
http://www.thecircuitdetective.com/basic_house_wiring.htm saved by
pj in
Electrical on 6/15/2010 9:47:51 AM
Wood Floors are a beautiful and natural product that sets it apart from other floor coverings. The ultimate appearance and performance in any application, however, arePre-finished Standard and Better Oak...GO TO Room Setting Photo's now dependent upon the installation and finishing process, with close attention by the installer and finisher to a number of details prior to and during the actual installation and finishing process.
http://www.finishingwoodfloors.com/ saved by
pj in
Floors on 5/28/2010 6:04:04 PM
Updating your kitchen is quite a project and it can be quite expensive. No matter what your budget is, you’ll want to make sure you’re getting the right products for your taste, lifestyle and pocketbook. One of the biggest expenses in any kitchen remodel is the countertop. The following types of countertops will help you decide which product is right for you.
http://kitchen-decor.suite101.com/article.cfm/kitchen_countertops saved by
pj in
Kitchen on 5/25/2010 10:38:17 AM
As global warming becomes a larger focus in the lives of people all over the world, many people are looking for ways that their purchases can lessen their impact on the earth. One way that people are lessening their carbon footprint on the world is by purchasing green items for their homes, including green countertops. There are many products that can be used to create a countertop that is considered green and the multitude of different materials, shapes, and designs available make finding a green countertop for your home even easier.
http://kitchen-counter-tops.net/other-countertops/different-types-of-green-countertops.html saved by
pj in
Kitchen on 5/25/2010 10:39:32 AM
Engineered with pure quartz crystals, quartz countertop from DuPont™ Zodiaq™ let you bring the best of both worlds – nature and science -- to your kitchen, bath and throughout your home. Explore the drama and beauty of nature without sacrificing the performance of science. DuPont™ Zodiaq? quartz countertops are incredibly durable and resistant to heat and scratches.
http://www2.dupont.com/Surfaces/en_US/products/zodiaq/index.html saved by
pj in
Kitchen on 5/25/2010 10:43:09 AM
Silestone leads its category in innovative ideas for a product that already is known for its ingenious physical properties and customer benefits. Silestone offers the most colors in natural quartz; the most innovative sink installation methods, such as integrated, flush- and bevel-mounted; and the latest, newest products such as the exclusive Silestone? Leather™ with antimicrobial product protection.
http://www.silestoneusa.com/aboutus/factsheet.cfm saved by
pj in
Kitchen on 5/25/2010 10:44:55 AM
So I love black granite and would be willing to put up with it even though my MIL thinks I'm a crazy lady for even considering it (see my other post). The bad news is that somehow, unconsciously...my DH says now he doesn't care for black counters, so there goes my idea of a "classic" kitchen, if I were to honor his preferences (he MUST be listening to his mom). :: Hmmm!
http://www.thathomesite.com/forums/load/kitchbath/msg0816380418288.html?2 saved by
pj in
Kitchen on 5/25/2010 10:47:19 AM
Recycled glass kitchen countertops can be a lovely addition to any home, providing a unique look that cannot be matched by any other material. Never heard of recycled glass kitchen countertops? Well, neither have many other homeowners across the nation, but with the push for homes and businesses to become more “green”, recycled glass kitchen countertops are becoming more and more popular each year.
http://kitchen-counter-tops.net/other-countertops/recycled-glass-kitchen-countertops.html saved by
pj in
Kitchen on 5/25/2010 10:47:38 AM
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