Are you concerned that your measurements won’t be quite as precise as are necessary for cutting and installing crown molding in your home? Rest assured that our team is always happy to handle all your crown molding needs.
Do you need a better place to store lawn equipment than the garage, but want something different than the average shed? By creating a custom-designed shed, you can add storage and style to the backyard.
The Pantheon is capped by the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world. Completed in 128 AD, it was built with concrete roughly ten times weaker than modern mixtures, but it’s still standing after nearly 1900 years.
Crown or cove molding with a concave curve at the top and a convex curve at the bottom features an ogee profile. The elongated S-shaped curve is so common in millwork, it’s often described as ogee molding.
Unsure of how to keep track of different shipments of rebar at your home or jobsite? Just take a look at the bar tags. They should show the kind of rebar and how many are in the shipment.
It’s important to remember that your home renovation doesn’t have to follow the rules you find in home and garden magazines. When you’re ready to finally turn your house into the home of your dreams, we’re always happy to help.
Thinking of painting your crown molding? You’ll obviously want to get a good layer of primer on there first. And you might want to consider forgoing the tape—cutting the area by hand often works better.
If you live in an area with a hot housing market, adding onto your existing home makes good sense. Your home is more inviting, functional, and livable now, and it becomes more desirable if and when you choose to sell.
Stainless steel rebar is more expensive initially, but it can be a wise investment for specific projects. It’s especially useful, for instance, in bridges and marine applications where exposure to road salt and salt water can cause corrosion.
Ceramic tile countertops are relatively inexpensive, resistant to heat and moisture, and come in a huge selection of colors, styles, and textures. However, the grout between the tiles is difficult to clean, and the tiles may chip or crack.
Although poured concrete is extremely strong and does well under compression, if there are tension stresses placed on it, the concrete can fail. This stress is relieved with steel bars, or rebar, which absorbs the tension stress and thus prevents the concrete from cracking or breaking up.
If you have a pebble driveway or sidewalk, it may be nearly impossible for you to walk outside barefoot. When you’re ready to replace it with comfortable concrete, we’re here to help.
It’s important to remember that some home renovations are more intensive than others. Installing new floors and crown molding can be significantly less expensive than trying to open up space by tearing down a load-bearing wall.
When concrete will be subjected to conditions that contribute to corrosion, use rebar that has been rust-proofed t or has been coated with epoxy. Common applications include marine environments or contact with deicing salts.
Tempted to try to save money by installing your own crown molding? Unfortunately, this can end up causing damage that will end up costing a lot more in the long run. It’s much smarter to hire an experienced contractor in the first place.
About one million tons of rebar are imported by the United States each year. Almost two-thirds of that amount comes from Turkey, and most of the rest comes from Mexico.
At some point, you may discover that you aren’t ready to move even though your existing home no longer meets your family’s needs. Let’s talk about possible renovations we could perform to make your home a better fit.
There are two ways you can use rebar to structure your project. Primary reinforcement, like the rebar you’d use for a retaining wall, helps carry the weight of the whole structure. Secondary reinforcement, like what you’d use on a patio foundation, helps the project look cleaner.
Generally, crown molding comes in 16-foot lengths, so unless your room is longer than 16 feet, a continuous length can be used to prevent seams.
An experienced general contractor can provide insurance coverage for your project that will protect you from potential liabilities as a homeowner. In addition to this, we provides convenience and efficiency.
A lot of contractors prefer MDF for projects involving painting trim in homes. This is a great solution; it’s affordable, versatile, and can be made to look as elegant or plain as you’d like.
The Lake Alvord Bridge in Golden Gate Park is noteworthy for many reasons. Completed in 1889 and still standing, it features embedded cold-twisted steel rebar, an unseen element that makes the 20-foot-wide concrete arch structurally possible.
Solid surface countertops offer multiple advantages. Primarily, they're non-porous, meaning they're extremely resistant to bacteria and also stains. Most minor scratches and abrasions are able to be buffed out as well.
China is the leading global producer and exporter in many industries, but with rebar the story is different. China produces more than 175 million metric tons of rebar a year, but it uses it at home to support its ongoing building efforts.
