By Mark J. Donovan
Question: I want to replace my baseboard trim in one of the rooms in my home, however I do not want to replace the existing carpet. I want to know if I can replace the baseboard trim without having to pull up the carpeting and have it re-stretched back into place after I install the new baseboard trim.
Answer: The carpet is held in place by carpet tack strips. The baseboard trim does not hold it in place. It is possible, however that when the baseboard trim was installed, it was installed prior to the carpet. Sometimes finish carpenters will install baseboard trim about a quarter inch off the floor if they know carpet is to be installed. This baseboard trim installation technique is mainly for aesthetics, however carpet installers use this gap to push any excess carpet material underneath the baseboard trim. The baseboard trim, again, is not holding the carpeting in place.
So you should be able to replace the old baseboard trim without having to lift the carpet. Simply use a nail punch to push the finish nails through the existing baseboard trim. Then remove the old trim from the walls. Next, pull out the old finished nails from the wall and your ready to install the new baseboard trim.
The new baseboard trim can sit flush onto the carpet edge and between the wall and the existing carpet tack strip.
Installing Baseboard Trim with Existing Carpet
Paris Vacation Apartment, an Apartment with modern room design
An apartment with modern interior design, completed with blue dark color thet will make the room more convenience.
Kirklands Home Decor, your home accessory
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Relax Lounge Chair by Kamil Kurka
No Water Coming out of Frost Free Outdoor Faucet
By Mark J. Donovan
Question - I have a frost free outdoor faucet that is not working. There is no water coming out of my outdoor faucet. I tried to turn it on this spring and no water comes out of it. We did have some frozen pipes this past winter for a few hours one day. Do you have any ideas on why it may not be working?
Answer: Frost free outdoor faucets can be a little tricky. There are faucet nuts and washers that can sometimes fail, or become loose, and can cause the faucet to leak. Sometimes outdoor faucets can be installed wrong, e.g. leaving the valve system in the pipe while sweating it into your plumbing system. This can lead to a failed outdoor faucet.
Regarding your question on the frost free outdoor faucet not working. Your situation sounds a little odd. If you had a frozen pipe situation then I would think the faucet may have a leak.
I only have a couple of thoughts on this situation:
First, make sure you do not have an internal shut off valve inside the home that provides water to the outdoor faucet. Frequently even frost free outdoor faucets have inside shutoff valves for added protection.
The second thought I have is that if the faucet was old and rusty, the handle may not actually be connected/engaged with the valve stem any longer. If this was the case you could turn the handle and the valve would remain closed.
Kitchen remodeling with modular approach
House remodeling on creating basement home theater
Are you faced with a dark, unfinished space that you want to become something you can actually enjoy? Don't know where to start? one of several ideas for basement is creating a home theater in basement, so you can change and turn your dark, unfinished basement into a bright, comfortable living space you can enjoy with a home theater there. [via-basementideas]
Snappy Convertible Sofa
Modern Sofa - DS 152
Understanding the process of house remodeling
Step 1: Analyze the House Remodeling Numbers
Before starting your home remodeling project, understand the numbers that will be required. Would it be better to buy a new home instead of making a major renovation. Run the analysis
Step 2: View House Remodeling Ideas
What kind of remodeling are you looking to do? What is the architectural layout? What is the overall square footage needed? Use this guide to help formulate ideas.
Step 3: Sketch Your Plans
Now that you have the idea what you want to do, use this step plan to formulate your home remodeling idea into a design plan that can be used to bid the project to a contractor.
Step 4: Find a House Remodeling Contractor
there are several options in finding house remodeling contractor: search contractors , search home builders, search local classified ads, and contract negotiations, this step is the main keys for managing the cost.
Step 5: Arrange Financing
is one of the best financing option for home improvement. A Home Equity Line of Credit lets you finance home improvement and other family needs at minimum cost.
Step 6: Manage Your Project
Remodeling Your Home is not Easy. Expect Frustrations. But with some attention, you can lessen the frustrations and ensure that the remodeling process works smoothly. Review the issues for important home remodeling management.
download this home remodeling pamphlet as a guid. Source:www.letsrenovate.com
Bookcase Interior IdeaS
DIY: Raised Bed with Expedit Bookshelves
Make your own Raised Bed with Expedit Bookshelves for Storage. It may not be the most aesthetically pleasing bed however it is functional! Parts needed: * 3 X Ikea Expedit Bookshelves ($90 each) * 2 X Ikea Observator Cross Braces 393 Version ($5 ea ...
Also Chair
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Bookcase with Integrated Giant LED Clock
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The Black Sonoma Captain’s Platform Bedroom Set
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Dolce Dark Walnut Folding Bookcase
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Bookcase Interior IdeaS
DIY: Raised Bed with Expedit Bookshelves
Make your own Raised Bed with Expedit Bookshelves for Storage. It may not be the most aesthetically pleasing bed however it is functional! Parts needed: * 3 X Ikea Expedit Bookshelves ($90 each) * 2 X Ikea Observator Cross Braces 393 Version ($5 ea ...
Also Chair
Those who have space issues will certainly appreciate the ‘Also Chair’ by designer Akin Bacioglu. This chair is all about multi-tasking as in few easy moves one can transform it into a table. It also features a bookcase so to make sure your f ...
IKEA STOCKHOLM
The IKEA STOCKHOLM is a new add-on unit H that is selling for $200.00. It comes equipped with adjustable shelves that can be spaced according to one’s need and goes perfectly with the IKEA STOCKHOLM bookcase that measures 28 3/8×87 3/8R ...
Bookcase with Integrated Giant LED Clock
We are all for multi-tasking and hence could not resist the Bookcase with Integrated Giant LED Clock by Hong Kong manufacturers Anka. This bookcase measures 28 (w) x 14 (h) x 5 and also moonlights as a LED clock as the oversize clock conceals red 7 ...
Flexform Oltre sofa - Bookcase Sofa!
Here’s a great practical sofa for impratical people. Wow, take a look at this beautiful multi-functional Bookcase Sofa, Flexform Oltre sofa! If you are multi-tasking like me, watching TV, reading books, and using the laptop on the sofa, it’ ...
Bed With Bookcase by Point Architects
Point Architects from Tokyo have successfully managed to combine a bed with a bookcase. The whole process looks really interesting and you should check out the step-by-step construction on flickr. Let us know what you think and would you ever dare t ...
The Black Sonoma Captain’s Platform Bedroom Set
The Black Sonoma Captain’s Platform Bedroom Set can be purchased directly from here. The Sonoma Collection has the look and feel of much more expensive millwork and includes Platform Captain’s Bed, the Bookcase Headboard and the 2 drawer ...
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Trust Design Guru Ron Arad to come up with always something unique. His new bookshelf has been inspired by the map of the United States and we must say, it looks absolutely gorgeous. You can catch it at the Timothy Taylor Gallery in London between ...
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Bookcase Interior IdeaS
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Make your own Raised Bed with Expedit Bookshelves for Storage. It may not be the most aesthetically pleasing bed however it is functional! Parts needed: * 3 X Ikea Expedit Bookshelves ($90 each) * 2 X Ikea Observator Cross Braces 393 Version ($5 ea ...
Also Chair
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Bookcase with Integrated Giant LED Clock
We are all for multi-tasking and hence could not resist the Bookcase with Integrated Giant LED Clock by Hong Kong manufacturers Anka. This bookcase measures 28 (w) x 14 (h) x 5 and also moonlights as a LED clock as the oversize clock conceals red 7 ...
Flexform Oltre sofa - Bookcase Sofa!
Here’s a great practical sofa for impratical people. Wow, take a look at this beautiful multi-functional Bookcase Sofa, Flexform Oltre sofa! If you are multi-tasking like me, watching TV, reading books, and using the laptop on the sofa, it’ ...
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Point Architects from Tokyo have successfully managed to combine a bed with a bookcase. The whole process looks really interesting and you should check out the step-by-step construction on flickr. Let us know what you think and would you ever dare t ...
The Black Sonoma Captain’s Platform Bedroom Set
The Black Sonoma Captain’s Platform Bedroom Set can be purchased directly from here. The Sonoma Collection has the look and feel of much more expensive millwork and includes Platform Captain’s Bed, the Bookcase Headboard and the 2 drawer ...
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Trust Design Guru Ron Arad to come up with always something unique. His new bookshelf has been inspired by the map of the United States and we must say, it looks absolutely gorgeous. You can catch it at the Timothy Taylor Gallery in London between ...
Dolce Dark Walnut Folding Bookcase
Not necessarily for the bookworms, people will always come to a point where they need proper storage spaces for books, magazines and journals. Maybe toss in some small pieces of furniture and you will find this Dolce Dark Walnut Folding Bookcase qu ...
Bedroom Inspiration - BedSheet
Sleeping beauty on your bed
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Moulin rouge style bed
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Bedroom Inspiration #20
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Bedroom Inspiration #14
This is the 14th inspiration. This is another yellow and green theme color. The combinations are great and attractive. The colors make the room pretty refreshing and reviving. I like 3 round glasses on the table for decoration. It looks cool! It se ...
Bedroom Inspiration #8
Black and white is my favorite colors. In this 8th inspiration, it is useing black and white as the theme colors. So this is definitely design for me. The bedsheet is really nice with the checker boxes and the bed frame is black in color. This i ...
Bedroom Inspiration #4
This is the 4th inspiration bedroom design. It is simple but irresistible. The wall color matched well with the bedsheet color and it makes the room looks bright and colorful. It has a little dynasty oriented style embedded in this design. This is b ...
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All the gals around… Check out this cute girl power bedsheet from Lil’ Bratz. This is a really cool bedsheet that suits the teenage girls’ taste. It is pinkish with cartoon-stylish girls on the comforter that show the youthful teenage girls ...
Star Wars Bedsheet Set
Ok. Star Wars. . . . . mm . .. . . what do I say about it? I have not seen the movies, I only know Natalie Portman was in it. And also the infamous hair style by some princess, looks like 2 custard buns stuck on the side of her head. Ok, those are a ...
