October 2009
November 23, 2009"Kick-Out Flashing" Decoded
A: When properly installed, this simple protection will help protect your house from extensive damage due to water infiltration. It also helps aesthetically, as it prevents unsightly stains on the wall cladding from roof drainage. Kick-out flashing is typically made from a bit of sheet metal. The flashing is bent away or “kicked out” from the wall to force the water away from the house before it gets to the edge of the roof. The idea is to push rainwater out to the point where it drips harmlessly off the... Read more » Posted on Monday, November 23, 2009 in Ask the Experts | Permalink | Comments (1) |
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October 28, 2009Outdoor Room Planning
Dear Expert: I am thinking about expanding my living outdoors (after the winter, of course!). How should I start planning my outdoor room installation? A. Make a good assessment of the area you would like to transform. Some of the elements that can help you to create the room would be walls (fencing or a hedge), a ceiling (pergolas), and a floor. The walls screen the area and create a visual stop. Pergolas make great ceilings and can also create their own smaller room. Pavers, natural stone, and even grass can be the floor in your room. Adding things such as fire pits, outdoor kitchens or patio couches can finish off the space. A landscape professional will be able to create a design, which will serve as your master plan to be implemented.... Read more » Posted on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 in Ask the Experts | Permalink | Comments (0) |
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October 21, 2009Island Countertop Spacing
Dear Expert: How big does my kitchen need to be in order to incorporate an island? A: First of all, you need to determine if an island is the right solution for space. But in general, you need to make sure the space between the island countertop and another work counter is 42” minimum (48” for two-cook kitchens). And you need a minimum of 36” for walkways on the non-working side of the island. You will also need to plan on adequate counter space if you plan on having a cooktop, range or sink on the island. — Tim Aden Posted on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 in Ask the Experts | Permalink | Comments (1) |
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October 14, 2009Green Cabinets
Dear Expert: What things should I look for if I want a “green” cabinet? A: No product is considered green, but products do have green attributes. So find out how many green attributes the cabinet possesses. For example, look for some of these:
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October 7, 2009The Ideal Countertop
Dear Expert: What’s the best countertop product on the market? A: There is no perfect countertop material on the market, but there may be a perfect product for you. You need to determine what is important to you. Here are four things to consider:
Sometimes the solution is to use more than one product in your kitchen. — Tim Aden Posted on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 in Ask the Experts | Permalink | Comments (0) |
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Dear Expert: What is “kick-out flashing” and why is it important?
