Tag Archives: Sandpaper

How to Sand Furniture

If you’re contemplating on refinishing furniture, it’s important that you understand the techniques and how to’s of sanding furniture. Using the wrong sandpaper and wrong techniques can cause your furniture to look scratched and unfinished. Sanding furniture is the first important step to refinishing furniture. This process can’t be rushed. Sanding furniture must be done […]

Sanding a Textured Porcelain Tile

Textured porcelain tiles are used by many people as floor surfaces in showers, mud rooms, entryways and other areas where slippery floor surfaces are not desired. The surface of the tile is rough and water resistant which provides a slippery non-wet surface. Small nicks appear on the surface of the tile from extended use. Remove […]

The Montessori Language Curriculum

Maria Montessori developed new ideas and methods for teaching children because of her scientific training as an architect and physician. He realized that babies have brains that learn during sensitive periods. The role of the educator is to connect the power of this mental child in each of these sensitive periods and to guide the […]

Cornhole Game Boards: DIY Instructions

If you’ve gone to a backyard party in the Midwest lately, then you’re probably familiar with the game of corn hole. Popular with tailgaters before football games, people hosting backyard cookouts and neighborhood bars alike. Cornhole boards are made to exact specifications. They use standard dimensions, making it cost-effective if you want to build more […]

Random Orbit Sanders VS. Palm Sanders: Power Tool Comparison

In the tool department of home improvement stores, you’ll find a vast array of sanders at a vast array of prices. While belt sanders are larger and more expensive, you can also find two products that look very similar, random orbit sanders and palm, or finish, sanders. Their prices are similar, but there are some […]

Tips for Removing Light Scratches from Your Car’s Finish

It seems like all new cars, as well as clean cars, have shields painted all over them. Over time, dents, scratches, and acid rain that attack your vehicle’s finish lead to corrosion, sun damage, or paint chips. Fortunately, there are a few very simple methods to remove annoying paint problems from your vehicle. First of […]