Each summer, as temperature and humidity rise, mold invades thousands of homes. Some 10% of the U.S. population is sensitive to mold, and invisible mold spores cause countless allergic reactions, asthma attacks, and sinus infections, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.
Mold also wreaks havoc on building materials. In nature, mold breaks […]
The Marble Institute of America on Friday responded to the studies by Rice University physics professor W.J. Llope saying that granite countertops pose no significant health risk.
Earlier, Llope was cited by Houston Chronicle as finding that some granite countertops generate gamma radiation and radon gas at a level that is considered dangerous by the U.S. […]
Granite countertops are red-hot — and not just because of their soaring popularity and high resale value. It turns out that some granite quarried for furnishings brings with it relatively high levels of uranium, which is not only radioactive but releases radon gas as it decays.
Sales of granite countertops have exploded tenfold in the […]
Bricks are one of the most durable and beautiful facades in building construction, but even they need occasional attention. If your brick are beginning to get moldy or stained from water splash, with a little work and common chemicals, they can look almost new.
Steps
Choose the type of stain or dirt you are dealing with. Mold, […]
Plywood is an extremely strong product composed of thin sheets of veneers glued to each other at right angles. Plywood thickness varies, but the most common are ¼”, ½”, and ¾”. Panels with tongue and groove edges are available for use in sheathing floors. Minimum thicknesses for various applications: Roofing: ½”; Floor sheathing: ¾”; Floor […]
Looking for ways to soothe the soul? A romantic setting does a lot to calm the frenzy of the outside world. Besides, a personal retreat may be just what you need to jumpstart the lovelife again.
Sometimes there is more to the romantic look than lace and frilly frou-frous. It is, in a sense, a way […]
Architects are trained in the art and science of building construction. A typical architect attends college for five to six years, serves a three-year internship, and passes a four day registration exam before he is licensed to practice.
Architects typically follow a set pattern in working with clients to design a building that meets their needs. […]