| Published on Jul 12, 2023 The best grout sealers repel water, prevent staining, and last up to a year. Since grout is porous, adding a sealer is necessary to prevent discoloration and mildew. You ca...
| Published on Jul 12, 2023 Rigid foam boards provide some of the best insulation R-values per inch. But they do not perform identically and cannot be used in all situations. For instance, rigid foam ...
| Published on Jul 12, 2023 Straw bale insulation typically describes house construction using straw bales as exterior walls. The R-value of straw bale insulation is usually well over R-30. In many ho...
| Published on Jul 12, 2023 Asbestos insulation is best known as something you donāt want in your house. Asbestos insulation has been proven dangerous to peopleās health. It has been connected to asbe...
Butcher block countertops are individual pieces of wood bound together to form one large surface. They come in different wood species, which affect their color and grain pattern. There are two ways in...
| Published on Jul 11, 2023 The average cost of a butcher block counter in the United States is $3,500 for material and installation. Prices range from $50-$100 per square foot, depending on the thick...
| Published on Jul 11, 2023 Learning the pros and cons of butcher block counters can help you decide if this is the right material for your kitchen. While these wood counters add a natural look to any...
| Published on Jul 11, 2023 Staining butcher block counters can change the look of your kitchen and bring older wood back to life. Before staining, itās essential to choose a food-safe product and a c...
| Published on Jul 11, 2023 There are four standard butcher block sealer options: mineral oil, an oil and beeswax combo, Waterlox, and polyurethane. The product you choose will determine how often you...
| Published on Jul 11, 2023 Paper cutters alleviate the need to cut individual pieces of paper with scissors ā which can be time-consuming and hard on the hands. The best paper cutters also slash thro...