Reading and Drafting Architectural Sketches
in House Plans > Residential Design
...n the architectural and contracting world, and should be readily decipherable to avoid any confusion or slip-up. Next, we'll look at the way drafters commonly represent materials on sketches. ...

A Water Slide...Out of Roofing Materials?
in Pools, Spas & Saunas > Swimming Pools
Yes...apparently, it can be done. An intrepid construction worker set up this slip-and-slide made out of roofing materials and some fancy pump work on a hill slope adjacent to his house. With an e

Refinishing Vintage Hardwood Floors
in Flooring > Hardwood Floors
...rs with a smaller grain however, that groove will be wider than the thickness of the paper. To prevent slippage, use a narrow piece of cardboard to wedge the sandpaper inside the groove. After i...