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Roses have evolved into numerous species over the years, and a rosarian adopts either hard pruning or light pruning based on the growth pattern, climatic conditions and shape of the shrub. Correct pruning techniques promote healthier blooms and vigorous fresh shoots from the bud union. Understanding how the roses respond to pruning can be a secret key to producing the best blooms during the forthcoming season.
Your heating and cooling system is an important ally in the battle for healthy indoor air quality. Mechanical filtration with high-efficiency, whole-house filter arrays installed in the ductwork can remove most airborne particulates. While this method effectively captures inorganic particles like dust, living microorganisms trapped by the filter may remain active. In fact, the filter media often serves as a breeding ground for mold, bacteria and viruses that continue to disperse spores into the airflow, tainting the air throughout the home with allergens and sources of disease. Ultraviolet, or UV, light is commonly used to disinfect surfaces in operating rooms…
A home display cabinet allows you to exhibit your cherished collectibles in one area, but often the shadows cast by the display cabinet shelves can leave your collection in the dark. Add an easy-to install light kit inside your cabinet to illuminate your collection without damaging the cabinet or installing any wires. Battery operated LED light kits come in all sizes and shapes, making it effortless to find one that best suits your display cabinet, and they can last up to 100,000 hours before you need to replace them.
Removing a broken iTunes will likely require you to install the software a second time. Remove broken iTunes with help from an audio engineer, musician, video editor and Mac savvy tech in this free video clip.
Making a beam of white light for a prism is going to require the use of a very particular piece of equipment. Make a beam of white light for a prism with help from an experienced research scientist in this free video clip.
A light timer can be a great way to add an additional safety element to your entire home. Install and use a light timer for safety with help from a co-founder and senior adviser at FrontPoint Security in this free video clip.
Security lights are a very important part of protecting your home. Install security lights the right way with help from a co-founder and senior adviser at FrontPoint Security in this free video clip.
Choice of base cabinetry for a gas cooktop requires taking gas components into consideration. You need to know how much room you need inside the base cabinet for gas flex lines, for example. By studying safety codes that come with the unit, you will plan the interior space of base cabinetry and surrounding areas accordingly. For example, it’s a good idea to have stone tiles or granite surrounding the gas cooktop and a hooded vent over the stove. KitchenAid gas cooktops are noted for heat output of 20,000 BTUs, so heat-resistant countertops are ideal.
Measuring ambient light outside is something you can do in a few different ways, like with a handheld light meter. Measure ambient light outside with help from a wedding and personal photographer in this free video clip.
Making light waves with Photoshop is easy, so long as you make the right use of the appropriate tools. Find out about making light waves in Photoshop with help from a well-versed web, graphic and illustrative designer in this free video clip.
Fascia is the material that covers the underside of any overhangs that project outward from the edge of your home. These flat, downward facing surfaces are not covered in siding strips like the rest of the house, instead they are typically made of wood. This fascia is an ideal mounting place for security spotlights, or just a few extra lights to help brighten the area around your home. The process of installing outside spotlights in fascia requires a combination of electrical and carpentry skills and the right tools to do the job.
If you have a wall fixture that is not working, there may be a wiring problem. You can check the live wires to see if the fixture is receiving power. If you want to replace it or work on the fixture, you need to be certain that the wires are not live before you begin any repairs. Never just guess or make assumptions about wires; always test them. The procedure is quick and could prevent serious injury or even death.
There are many types of lights you can install in your home, with different lights serving different purposes. Recessed lighting is often used in areas where a pendant light can be an obstruction, such as in a drop ceiling or in a soffit. Another spot where recessed lights can be useful is in a sloped ceiling; the lights can sit inside the ceiling close to the bottom edge without having a fixture hanging down. One brand of recessed lighting that is available is called Halo.
Adding lighting to the space below a cabinet fixture will make it easier to see items on a countertop. It could also give the room a decorative touch. Globe lights, which feature light bulbs inside glass or paper spheres, are an option that can complement many styles of decor. Globe lights project light in all directions, making them ideal choices for the spaces below cabinet fixtures. Installing a globe below a cabinet is relatively simple as long as you already have an electrical outlet nearby.
Advance Technology Solutions manufactures light ballasts for use in hydroponic gardens. These lamp ballasts generate light on several wavelengths both visible and invisible to the human eye and, because of this, often require so much power that they are wired directly into the main power system instead of being plugged into a wall. This requires several wires of different colors, each one serving a separate purpose.
Installing recessed lighting, sometimes called pot lighting, can provide more light to a room without having light fixtures hanging down from the ceiling. If you're installing the pot lights in a ceiling that is below an insulated area, such as your attic, you must take special precautions because the heat from the lighting cans can cause a fire hazard with the insulation.
Polycarbonate twin wall is specialized sheet plastic that outperforms plexiglass or glass. Polycarbonate itself is strong -- so strong that sledgehammers and small-caliber bullets cannot penetrate. It is often used for bank teller enclosures and for entry-proofing doors and windows in crime-laden neighborhoods. The twin wall construction provides two layers of sheeting, with baffled ridges running in between. The result is a strong, lightweight and energy-efficient material that uses trapped air for insulation. The material allows quality light penetration and is a favorite for greenhouses and sunrooms, although other installations are common.
A light in the shower helps make bath product labels legible, but if your home’s construction limits the use of recessed lighting, you might install a surface-mount light fixture. Building codes dictate that a ceiling fixture must be enclosed and mounted at least 6 feet above the tub or shower's water line. Your light should be rated for a “wet” not “damp," as damp environment fixtures are used outdoors not in bathrooms. Begin by hiring an electrician who has the tools and familiarity with local codes to install a circuit with a switch into the shower's ceiling.
After you've installed your Magnavox 47MF438B flat-panel TV and hooked up your cable box and DVD player, you must personalize your settings for optimum viewing satisfaction. The wide selection of settings may seem daunting at first, but there are only a few important settings you need to address for relaxing with a bowl of popcorn.
The orange color of a turn signal assembly can distract the eyes from the beauty of some vehicles. Clear turn signal assemblies for the 2007 Ford Mustang are available as an aftermarket option. The standard turn signal assembly on the 2007 Mustang is orange, so the entire assembly will need to be changed to make the signal lamps clear. Some body parts will need to be removed to access the turn signal lamp assemblies in the front bumper.
The manual transmission used on a 1992 Toyota Camry relies on a simple switch to operate the backup -- or reverse -- lights. The switch is located at the top of the transmission housing and uses a normally open electrical circuit, meaning the circuit remains incomplete until the switch is activated to complete the circuit. While the backup light switch is fairly robust and can provide years of reliable service, wear and tear will eventually render it useless. A failed backup light switch will display itself as a complete loss of the backup lights regardless of the condition of the…
How you install plumbing lines in a concrete masonry unit wall depends on whether you're working before or after filling the wall with grout. If you're working on new construction, pipes embedded within the wall's core act as protected sleeves for finished plumbing. Although the same method works for running pipes through existing walls, drilling through a filled block requires heavy-duty equipment.
A wall vanity appears to float in midair against a bathroom wall. Rather than resting on a cabinet or pedestal, wall vanities are sinks mounted onto hanger cleats, which are screwed directly into the wall studs. This installation method lets you choose the height for the vanity. For a universally accessible bathroom, a lower height and space under the sink for a wheelchair make the faucet easily reached by anyone. Installation of these vanity sinks is universal, so the same procedure may be used to install any wall-mounted vanity.
If your tail lights won't come on even after replacing a light bulb, this can be because of a few different things. Learn what to do if your tail lights still won't come on even after replacing a light bulb with help from an expert in the automotive industry in this free video clip.
Soundproofing is important in any house or apartment building with multiple residents. One person's music is another's noise pollution, and proper soundproofing offers more privacy and freedom when watching TV, playing music or talking with friends. Sound waves travel through openings, and thin walls won't stop them from penetrating. Rubber, however, helps absorb sound so it doesn't travel through a wall. Glue rubber soundproofing panels to a thin wall to help soundproof it, but then consider rubber studs as well, to cover beams or joists in the wall that aren't affected by the paneling.
Submersible pond lights come in a variety of designs and styles, including lights that look like rocks. The lights are sealed, so they can be fully submersed under water to illuminate the pond at night. The installation process only takes minutes and you can rearrange the lights at any time. Once installed, the lights operate by automatically turning on at dusk and off at dawn, or based on a timer.
A concrete block fence looks more like a wall — a single-wide length of blocks stacked 2 to 3 feet high, held together by mortar. If your concrete block fence features fence posts, you can simply install the solar fence post lights on the existing wooden posts. If your fence has no posts, you can still install the solar lights on your concrete block fence, after making a slight modification.
The wall drop is the electric wires from the junction box to the outlets or switches in a room. Homeowners can also pass television signal cables or Ethernet cables through the walls to create outlets on the walls for convenience. Fish tape makes pushing the cable through the ceiling and walls simple. These hooked rods are available at home improvement stores.
The 2001 model year began the seventh generation for the Civic. Not only did the Civic receive a visual change-up for the 2001 model year, but it also received some significant mechanical changes, including better riding suspension, flat rear floorboards and a slightly larger engine. Part of the visual upgrades included all-new headlight and taillight fixtures. When replacing the marker lightbulb in the redesigned 2001 Civic’s headlight fixture, you must remove the front part of the wheel-well liner to gain access to it.
Directing a venting pipe through a wall and running the pipe up the wall and above the height of the roof -- at which point the pipe, if it's for venting smoke, is called a chimney -- is one of many types of heat venting configurations you can install. To accomplish this, you'll need stovepipe that penetrates the wall through an insulating "wall thimble." Chimney piping should be installed at the transition point to run vertically up the side of your home. Before beginning the installation, carefully review your stove and chimney manufacturer instructions. Certain appliances and hardware may not…
The thermal protector, or heat sensor, inside your recessed lighting fixture disconnects the electricity to the light socket when the temperature inside the fixture reaches unsafe levels. This safety feature protects your home against accidental fires. When the thermal protector breaks, your light bulb begins to cycle off and on at lower temperatures than the rating on the protector is designed to protect against. Replace the thermal protector to alleviate this issue. Ensure your thermal protector is recommended by your recessed lighting manufacturer or the ratings on the replacement thermal protector matches the original protector’s ratings.
The design of a light fixture determines the design of the lamp holder within the fixture -- and the final shape and style of the fixture is what determines the use of an angle lamp holder. Because of the age of the fixture or exposure to moisture, however, the angle lamp holder inside a light fixture can fail. Save money and time by wiring a new lamp holder rather than replacing it. The angle lamp holder comes with pre-installed and pre-stripped wires, making installation a breeze.
Installing 4-inch, 12-volt recessed lighting in your home can transform the look of your entire room by changing the way you light the areas. Each recessed fixture come with step-down transformers pre-wired and attached, converting 120-volt circuits to 12-volts at the fixture. This conversion saves money on energy bills. For general lighting, place each fixture 4 feet from the wall, and separate each fixture by an additional 4 feet. For a wall-wash effect, place the fixtures 12 to 18 inches from the wall, and for task lighting place the fixtures directly above work areas.
When building your own shelving cabinet, it is essential that you drill perfectly straight holes for the adjustable shelf pins. The shelf pins are angled clips with a pin that fit into holes. The clips support the weight of the shelf. The best way to ensure the holes on each side of the cabinet line up correctly is to drill adjustable shelf pin holes on a pegboard. The pegboard temporarily attaches to the cabinet sides and acts as a guide for perfectly spaced shelf pin holes.
A mantel not only gives the fireplace a finished look but also provides space to display pictures, souvenirs or collectables, or to highlight decorative hanging items. Installing the mantel on a masonry wall, or one made from brick, concrete or stone, requires a specialized drill bit to anchor it securely to the surface, so it is sturdy enough to support the weight of the items on display. Mantels are available in a variety of styles and material, allowing homeowners to choose the one that meets personal preference and blends with the surrounding decor to create a warm and inviting corner.
Tubular spout wall faucets attach directly to your house plumbing pipes instead of relying on water lines. Most often you find this type of installation over laundry sinks or large kitchen sinks. The wall faucet is a one-piece design. The wall faucet uses inlet shanks that thread directly onto the wall pipes. When installing a tubular spout wall faucet, it is necessary to measure the distance between the center of each house pipe to ensure you have a faucet that fits your plumbing.
The main body of cabinets can be retained easily when you install new bases to the body of the cabinet. These bases can be made in a variety of shapes and sizes, but the most practical approach is to use 2-by-4 inch supports with a more attractive front board.
A key component of many kitchen-remodeling projects is replacing old cabinets with new cabinets. You have several options when choosing the face, or front, of the cabinets. Inset cabinets have doors and drawers that are flush with the face of the cabinets when closed. Partial overlay cabinets have doors and drawers that rest on the front of the cabinet's framing, but have gaps between them so the cabinet facing is visible. On full overlay cabinets, the doors and drawers cover the entire surface of the cabinet.
There are many elements that come into play when redecorating or remodeling your home. One such element is the lighting fixtures. Not only does this determine how the room is lit, but the fixture itself can add to the overall decor. Replacing a plain ceiling light fixture with a chandelier can provide the room with more light while adding a touch of elegance.
Large rooms can be used to accommodate multiple uses with a wall that partially divides the room. Small apartments can also use dividing walls to separate living quarters from bedrooms. Play areas can be created by dividing a corner off from the main area of a room. Making a divided room is a process of building a partial wall that extends out into the room. The wall can be built as a half-wall, reaching only half way up to the ceiling as a variation.
Track lighting provides a practical solution for improving illumination in areas beneath a sloped ceiling. The track itself installs in any attitude necessary to optimize lighting. Track lights are modular and move independently along the track to focus light where you want it. Sloped ceilings often use pendant lamps or recessed fixtures for lighting. You can wire track lighting into the existing light circuit and operate it with the existing switch or dimmer controls.
Installing a pendant light from your vaulted ceiling provides a dramatic look to any decor. Pendant lights hang from the ceiling on a single chain, rod or cord. Typically, you cannot install pendant lights on normal ceilings -- except for areas above kitchen islands and pool tables -- since they hang low. However, if you have cathedral or vaulted ceilings, you can bring the light closer by adding pendant lights to the room. Installing the pendant light from a vaulted ceiling is done in the same manner as installing the lights from other types of ceilings.
The principles of installing a double oven, such as a KitchenAid double oven, into a kitchen wall cutout are similar to installing a single oven into a cutout. This is because there is one gas and electrical line for both ovens. That being said, the idea of working with such a large appliance can be intimidating. However, you can install one of the units yourself in a matter of minutes.
The pre-existing wiring in your home can serve multiple purposes. For example, an existing light fixture in the ceiling or wall can be changed to an electric receptacle. This may be useful if you're retrofitting a room to make it into a workshop or hobby room, where your lighting will be provided by other sources but you have a need for extra electric receptacles. The wiring involved is not complicated.
The glass panel on your electric cooktop is strong, able to support the weight of many fully loaded pots and pans. However, the panel is not designed to withstand the force created by dropping a heavy item on it, and it might break or crack in these circumstances. Before installing a new glass panel, you must remove the old one.
Recessed lights add dramatic lighting to a room without the large fixtures associated with hanging fluorescent lights. The recessed light bulb sits in a light fixture that sits even or below the finished ceiling material. A recessed housing installs either to the ceiling material or directly to the studs supporting the ceiling. During extensive renovations that require removal of the ceiling or during new construction, the housing attaches directly to the stud framing. The same process is used to install a housing to either wood or metal studs, but the fasteners for metal studs are specially designed to provide the…
The easiest part of replacing a light fixture should be turning off the power to that fixture -- unless you can't find the breaker panel, or can't find the right breaker within that panel. The panel itself shouldn't be so disguised that you can't locate it, but finding the right breaker inside the panel may take some time. This task will be quicker and easier with a partner, so find someone to help you before starting this project.
Recessed lighting is a light or series of lights that are placed inside the ceiling, as opposed to hanging down from the ceiling as other light fixtures do. You can use the recessed lights to provide additional lighting in areas of a room that do not receive enough light from hanging light fixtures, table or floor lamps, or to highlight features in the room such as a painting. When installing the lights, it's important to install the wiring correctly in order to prevent electrical shock or fires.
A new chandelier can provide an attractive fixture that provides abundant light for your home. One step in installing the chandelier is connecting the wiring. This is actually one of the easier parts of the project, but you must also take steps to ensure that the wiring is connected safely, as a mistake can be fatal.
Saving energy is a priority for many homeowners. However, disposing of usable fixtures in favor of new GU24 equipped light fixtures is not a cost-saving measure. If your decor features antiques or collectible items, such as mid-century lamps, making a permanent change to the fixture may not be an option. Instead, consider adding an adapter to your lamp. A E26 to GU24 adapter allows you to change your light bulbs from the inefficient incandescent bulbs to the new CFL bulbs with a GU24 base.
