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Here is the Mosby Team’s thoughts on bathtub liners. We prefer resurfacing an existing tub because re-glazing gives the best appearance and looks less like a retrofitted item. Durability is the main concern with this process. It chips much more easily than the...
General Construction & Repairs, Home Improvement Library, Remodeling, Windows
Contractor vs. window installer depends on the level of replacement you are searching for. If you are looking to have the windows 100% removed and new full unit windows installed I would recommend a contractor. If you are looking for the more basic window insert...
Cleaning, General Construction & Repairs, Home Improvement Library
Good for you switching over to compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs). They use 75% less energy, produce 75% less heat and last 10 times longer than traditional incandescent bulbs. You’ll save about $30 (or more) in electricity costs over each bulb’s lifetime. Burned...
Cleaning, General Construction & Repairs, Home Improvement Library
Liquid Nails and other construction adhesives are very hard to remove, so much so that cutting them off is the effective method. To remove two wood pieces or other construction materials, I suggest you use Windshield Cut-Out Wire (also called music wire), available at...
General Construction & Repairs, Home Improvement Library, Roofing
You may have several issues here. First you live in the flat state of Illinois which can be very windy. A possible shingle choice for you are shingles rated for windy or coastal applications. They are made by the same manufacturers as those available to you for...
General Construction & Repairs, Home Improvement Library
Yes we design and build accessible ramps and install lifts to improve access to homes. These ramps and lifts are subject to the same zoning, setback and building permit requirements as a deck or porch. They can sometimes be difficult to comply with slope, length,...
General Construction & Repairs, Home Improvement Library, Remodeling
The long term approach is that re-plastering will last many more years, and is commensurate with the cost. We’re skeptical of the paint lasting 8 years; it would be more like 3-4 years if the plaster has begun to deteriorate. Painting is treating the symptom,...
General Construction & Repairs, Home Improvement Library
Whom do you trust the most? This is about choosing people and very much like a job interview. At Mosby Building Arts we review hundreds of firms for our team. We choose people who really know their business, enjoy the work, have a strong reputation and the ability to...
General Construction & Repairs, Home Improvement Library, Painting, Remodeling
One part Downy to 3 parts warm water for hard to work wall coverings. For regular covers, one part Downy to 4 parts water.
Flooring, General Construction & Repairs, Home Improvement Library, Remodeling
We at Mosby Building Arts typically remove the sink, vanity and toilet to install ceramic tile on a bathroom floor. A potential water leak or water spill under the vanity will therefore not affect the wood of the vanity cabinet and the appearance is more crisp and...
Flooring, General Construction & Repairs, Home Improvement Library
Squeaky hardwood floors in the winter are often made worse from very dry air amongst other things. Check the relative moisture in your home with a digital meter to assure the indoor humidity is between 30% – 50% relative humidity. Indoor air dryer than 30%...
Cleaning, General Construction & Repairs, Home Improvement Library
The caulk likely failed because the surface of the shower wall was not cleaned thoroughly with a solvent, like alcohol. The old caulk may peel off like a rope, or it may be cut off with a razor blade. Caulk remover will not be effective. Any solvent that attacks the...
