Real estate investors live and die by their ability to add value. With no added value, there are no profits. This is true with any business, but what makes real estate such a great business and a great investment, is the number of ways you can add value and cash in on big profits. Here…
Five Ideas for the Simple Wood Dowel When one looks at a wood dowel, often times they do not think much of it. A race of ideas and crafts do not often spring into most people's minds when they see a piece of wood. However, for a select few, these ideas do come and the…
The scale tone seventh chords are created by stacking the major scale on top of itself in thirds (like a layer cake); for those of you who are familiar with modes another way of explaining this process would be … Scale tone seventh chords created via modes: Bottom notes = Ionian; 2nd note from bottom…
Smoking ribs is an art form and the best rib smoker will tell you that there is not a better meal to be had. I've been smoking baby back ribs and pork loin ribs for eleven years and I have made plenty of mistakes. I've had to regrow my arm hair on three different occasions…
Engine remanufacturing is a precise science involving a plethora of engineering variables. Technology has evolved as engines have become more advanced. In recent years fuel reduction efficiency and emissions control have changed the way diesel engines have been designed and thusly remanufactured. In many cases, older once less fuel efficient models, are now being upgraded…
Age recommendations There is no upper age limit defined for Archery. You would even see people continue it and perform very well into their 80s. However, several studies reveal that children less than 7 are not fully able to comprehend the safety instructions and requirements. Where as, 10 years of age can be considered as…
Many home owners are overwhelmed with problems of proper drainage. When the heavy rains come their yards become lakes causing many issues such as, grass and plants dying from too much water, water entering their homes through weep holes or other areas where there is access, and just not being able to enjoy their property…
Plumbing problems are some of the most common household issues that we could encounter. Usually, we would call out a professional plumber to take care of those issues, but there is a simpler way. If you know the basic steps that are needed in order to fix the most basic plumbing problems, then that would…
How to build your own pole barn or post and beam barn or home. Want to learn how to build something your neighbor does not have? Something unique that reflects your style, not a cookie cutter barn, but a real eye pleasing timber frame or post and beam barn. Let's get into the nuts and…
When I started building houses, I did not realize there was a difference in building the frame of the house. I always assumed they used 2×4 lumber to frame a house. I was mistaken, and found there really is a difference in framing with 2×6 studs. What is 2×6 construction? It is the 2×6 stud,…
Back in the day, one of the most enjoyable past-times was playing board games. Vintage board games used to be as big to families as color television when it was first introduced. They brought friends and families together, and most of all, they taught everyone lessons. Nowadays though, with the advent of the personal computer…
Sitting out on my porch or in my backyard as the sun sets is one of the most pleasant activities that I enjoy in the summer. The temperature has cooled down during this season so I can enjoy being outside without feeling like I am burning up. However, being outdoors in the summer also has…
Choose the area on your property where you want to plant a garden and check your garden drain. One of the best ways to check for the drain is by digging a hole 2 feet deep or larger, and fill it with water from your garden hose. If after 24 hours water still remains in…
Porcelain tiles are a fantastic product for home and work. With the advances in technology over the past 10 years we have witnessed a huge growth in the ultimate flooring. From Polished to matt modular to glazed, porcelain is the flooring to have in 2012. Or even why not use it on your walls in…
LOOK THROUGH ANY WINDOW… There is such a bewildering array of models in the wood burning stove market that it is hard to know where to start. Fortunately we have assembled a very representative range of stoves of all shapes and sizes, covering all the bases from contemporary to classic styling and from wood burners…