Best Hubs · tagged walls RSS icon



Sort Results: [ Hot | Best | Latest ]

Before. All I did to prime the wall was to cover it with 1 coat of primer tinted to a slightly lighter color than the venetian plaster.85

How to Venetian Plaster

by Marye Audet

Venetian Plaster is a faux finish technique that gives walls a vintage plaster appearance that really shimmers with light. Learn how to do this simple technique. published 11 months ago

1 comment    home building paint

76

How to Hang Kitchen Cabinets

by SirDent

Always use extreme caution when using power tools. Injuries happen when directions are not properly followed. Remember also to use eye protection and hearing protection when necessary. Table saws can be... published 3 weeks ago

15 comments    advice home how

72

The "Chinese Walls" of California's Gold Country

by Rochelle Frank

Rock walls, dating back to the early 1860's flow across the landscapes of California's gold rush country in lines that define the contours of the land. Remnants of these historic stone barricades can often... published 4 months ago

11 comments    travel california rock

72

When You Want Your House to SHUT UP

by REritr

After a long day at work, wouldn’t you love to get home to the sound of – nothing? Now that we have talking appliances, musical cell phones, and chattering GPS devices navigating us around, many... published 3 days ago

0 comments    home windows construction

71

Hannah Montana Bedroom Decorating Tips

by Pat Merewether

Hannah Montana is my grandaughter Zoe's idol right now. We were talking about decorating her room in a Hannah Montana theme recently and she and I came up with some fun ideas and she wanted me to share them,... published 5 months ago

1 comment    advice how to children

70

Advantages of a Wireless Headphone

by Jamster2759

Advantages of using a wireless headphone We all like to know the advantages and disadvantages of something before we buy it. It is just human nature. But it is also an essential way in helping to make a more... published 5 months ago

0 comments    computer wireless watch

69

Lofty Lifestyles

by REritr

Off-beat residential lofts became a niche phenomenon in the late 20th century when living quarters were carved from within big-city industrial and commercial spaces. But loft living is no longer confined... published 7 days ago

0 comments    home real estate windows

66

What's Behind YOUR Walls and Ceilings?

by REritr

Insulation, the material between the walls of our houses, is not a popular topic of conversation at parties these days, but it definitely undergoing metamorphosis within the building industry-- replacing the... published 3 weeks ago

0 comments    home history real estate

SirDent profile image66

How to Repair Walls and Ceilings.

by SirDent

In order to fix cracks in walls and ceilings that are drywalled, one must use tape and joint compound. Take a little joint compound and apply it over the cracks, making sure to get plenty on. Take the paper... published 9 months ago

6 comments    home diy home improvement

noenhulk profile image65

How to Venetian plaster

by noenhulk

Like many traditional plastering techniques, this one achieves its effect with a combination of unique materials and skilled application. Venetian plaster is a decorative painting technique used to create an... published 11 months ago

0 comments    home building walls

working