What does it cost to Furnish an Airbnb?
Calculating the cost of furnishing your new Airbnb will depend on a number of factors such as the size of the space, the style and quality of furniture you choose, and the location of your property. Here are some steps to help you figure out the cost of furnishing...
How To Build a Modern Looking Gaming Desk
For this build I decided to use Hairpin style legs which is a hallmark of Mid-Century Modern furniture. (You can see this whole build on YouTube) Hairpin Legs have been used on a number of furniture pieces including beds, sofas, end tables, coffee tables, dressers,...
How To Install A Nest Learning Thermostat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9LhY0wYggY In this video, we'll unbox the Nest Learning Thermostat and I'll walk you through the install & setup. You'll want to make sure that your existing thermostat is a low voltage (24 volts) in order for Google Nest to be...
How To Use A Pro Foam Gun – Great Stuff Pro 14
In this video, I'll show you how to use a Pro-style foam gun and the advantages they have over using a regular "straw" style foam can. I'll be walking you through how to use the Great Stuff Pro Foam Gun by Dow. https://youtu.be/YyKKoM8_Vx0 Outline Here's the outline...
How to Fasten to Brick Using Tapcons and Common Mistakes to Avoid
Tapcons are a great light-duty way to fasten to concrete and masonry products. They are accessible to most homeowners and DIY'ers because they are easy to use and only require having; a drill with a hammer setting, an impact driver and a masonry drill bit....
What Makes the Stack Effect Stronger?
What makes The Stack Effect stronger?Short answer, a higher "Delta T' (and other factors). Wat the wat? A higher what? "Delta T" Here's the english: "Delta T," is used in the building sciences as shorthand ("short-speak") for Difference in Temperature. That's all it...
How To Air Seal Your Chimney Flue With A Chimney Balloon
Chances are if you have a fireplace you're losing heat through the chimney when you're not burning the fire. Most chimneys don't air seal well and are notoriously leaky. Or as I like to say, "Leakier than a porcupine's water bed." Most fireplaces have a cast iron...
How To Find Your Rear Differential Gear Ratio
Ever wonder how to find the gear ratio for your rear differential? This will help you find your gear ratio on a Ford or GMC/Chevrolet Truck. First, you're going to need to locate the manufacturer's sticker on your truck with the code. Here is a video that will show...
Diffusion
Diffusion In physics, Diffusion is the net movement of molecules or atoms from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration. In the building industry and building sciences, we most often use the concept of Diffusion to understand and/or anticipate...