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Fumigation uses a pesticide gas that suffocates termites living in walls and inside wood beams. The gas penetrates wood and kills termites to stop further damage to the structure. It is sprayed into walls and around areas of termite damage or infestation by a licensed exterminator. Protecting artwork may be necessary depending on the piece and amount of infestation. Termite fumigation can be used in small areas or sprayed in the whole house using the tent method. To protect valuable artwork, remove it to a secure location outside of the home. Wood sculptures may need to be left out to…
Junk metal is everywhere, and makes a great art medium, symbolizing industry, human achievement and waste culture. There is a multitude of ways to incorporate junk metal into your art repertoire, but building a mobile and building a metal creature are two projects that are relatively easy. They will display your junk metal in way that evoke movement, that bring it to life. The mobile is a kinetic sculpture by its very nature. The creature is a stationary sculpture, but because of its creation out of long pieces of coiled wire, it looks like it was frozen in movement, with…
When termites or other pests invade your home, fumigation may be the best method of getting rid of them. Unfortunately, fumigation can be expensive and inconvenient, forcing your family to vacate the house for a time until the toxic chemicals dissipate. While plants and animals are moved out of the house, your valuables may or may not be damaged by the fumigation. If you are concerned about the effect fumigation chemicals may have on your pieces of artwork, you can remove them from the house until the fumigation is complete.
Recycled art is an environmentally friendly, or "green," way to showcase your creativity and artistic skills. While most metals are recyclable, it is even more responsible to find other uses for items, rather than placing them in the recycling bin. This is because even the process of recycling costs energy. You can use several types of found metal in interesting ways to create a decorative home art collection.
Bristol board is a type of paperboard made of three or more layers. The outer layers are sometimes made of cotton fibers, and the board is usually finished smooth. Bristol board is primarily used for illustration, drawing, technical drawing, ink, printing, lettering and other two-dimensional art forms. The board is not designed for wet work and may become wavy and less smooth under moisture conditions.
It is not uncommon that a work of art such as a beautiful wood carving will catch the eye of a passerby. It is also not uncommon that a person will want to know who created the artwork, either because they are interested in purchasing art from the artist or just from pure curiosity. How to go about identifying an artist will vary depending upon where and how you saw it, but fortunately it may not be too difficult because most artists want to be known for their work.
Designing intricate filigree borders requires an eye for positive and negative space. In art, positive space is the space occupied by an object or design, whereas negative space is the space in between. Achieving an aesthetic balance between these two spaces has a lot to do with skill and experience. Still, there are several techniques that you can use to ease into the process and achieve the best result.
Bristol board is also known as bristol paper, originating in Bristol, England. It is a drawing paper of a heavy grade that offers two working surfaces for any type of two-dimensional art. This is the main difference between bristol board and illustration board, which only has one workable surface. It is rated by how many plies it has. The thicker the board, the heavier the medium that can be used. The board comes in a variety of surface finishes varying from smooth to medium vellum. It also has a variety of uses including paperback book covers, file folders and ticket…
Analog tape machines are a dying breed in a progressively digital recording world. Careful maintenance of these sought-after machines will guarantee that they are in tip-top shape and dependable when you want to inject that analog warmth into your recordings.
Using scrap metal as a resource for sculpture projects is an idea that has been around for a while, but is also one that is gaining in popularity because of the increasing cost of metal.
Removing solder from guitar volume pots is sometimes necessary when performing repairs. Old solder can become oxidized and brittle and can inhibit the electronic signal. The procedure, called desoldering, is easily accomplished with an inexpensive tool or two and helps achieve a fresh, strong bond when new solder is applied. The key to safe removal of solder from guitar pots is the application of just enough heat to melt and remove solder, without melting wires and other components.
You have put a lot of work into a wood carving. The wood chips have all been cleaned up when you realize that your piece does not look quite finished. It still lacks some of the professional luster that you were hoping for. Finishing wood takes only care and minimal equipment. Even the simplest projects, finished correctly, leave a lasting impression.
If you find mold on treasured artwork, you may be able to remove it without damaging the painting. Artwork that has been exposed to water or left in dark, damp areas are the most susceptible to mold damage. After removing the mold, protect artwork by covering and storing it in a dry place.
A piece of art can be worth a lot, in monetary value or in sentimental value. Either way, you'll want to take good care of it. If you've found a piece of art in a garage sale or hidden in grandma's attic, the first step you'll probably need to take is to clean it. You can do this several ways: by dry brushing, using a solvent or taking it to a professional art restorer.
Ventilating an art studio is very important so that you do not breathe in chemical fumes that can be very dangerous for the respiratory system. These dangerous chemicals can effect your lungs, your breathing passages and most of all your general health. Ventilating an art studio is very important if you are painting for a short or long period of time.
Itching powder is old staple of the prankster circuit. But itching powder was actually available long before it was branded and marketed in dusty joke shops. Its ingredients are readily accessible, and can be easily created out of the contents found in your lawn or local park. Read on to learn how to make itching powder.
