Friday, February 17, 2012

How to Make a Template to Put Down a New Kitchen Floor

Give your kitchen a new look with a new vinyl floor.If you are installing a new kitchen floor, make a paper template of the floor. This will make the job easier, and the end result will be more professional-looking. Because a paper template is essentially an exact copy of your kitchen floor, you can u...

How to Refinish an Aristokraft Laminate Kitchen Island

Laminate has many applications and is often used in kitchens because it is affordable and durable. Aristokraft uses laminate in many of its kitchen surfaces, including islands, for these reasons. If you want to give your laminate a fresh look, you ma...

Thursday, February 16, 2012

How to Retrofit a Vanity Top to a Bathroom Cabinet

A vanity countertop hangs over the edges of the cabinet.When you decide to replace the vanity top in your bathroom, you must install a new one that fits correctly on the existing cabinet, otherwise the counter can wobble and loosen the faucet’s connections as well as the drainpipes. Measure the old...

How to Make a Fabric Breakfast Nook

Whether part of a large kitchen or featured as an alcove off the kitchen, a breakfast nook makes a relaxing space where you can enjoy your morning cup of coffee in peace. If you're interested in taking additional steps towards making your breakfast n...

How to Relocate a Light in a Bathroom

Whether it is part of a larger remodel plan or a standalone project, you may want to relocate a bathroom light. If you have never attempted this type of task before, it may seem a little intimidating. But relocating a bathroom light can be accomplish...

How to Cast a Concrete Vanity Top

Concrete isn’t just for sidewalks and driveways. This product, along with its new colors and textures, is finding its way into home décor. A concrete vanity is just one example of the many ways concrete can be used. If you have experience...

How to Raise the Height of a Bathroom Vanity

The height of vanities can easily be adjusted.There are a variety of reasons to raise the height of a bathroom vanity, including the installation of a smaller bathroom mirror than before, so have the vanity match the heights of other pieces in the bathroom or to accommodate a taller owner. The a...