Why Seal Grout?
Grout is a porous material, meaning it can absorb moisture, dirt, and other substances. Sealing the grout creates a protective barrier that repels these elements, preventing stains, mold, and mildew from forming. This is especially important in areas prone to moisture, such as bathrooms, kitchens, and outdoor spaces.
The vast majority of exterior doors across the country swing inward due to convenience. However, the building code for South Florida requires exterior doors for homes and public buildings to open outward for safety reasons.
These building code regulations were adopted after Hurricane Andrew’s devastating impact in 1992, as all new construction must stay in compliance with these rules.
The heat and humidity of summer make it quite difficult to keep sliding glass doors in good condition. Dirt, moisture, and normal wear and tear may damage the door and its tracks, making it hard to open or close the door. In this guide, readers will find out about common sliding door problems, what to do to make their sliding doors operate more smoothly, and when they should call for professional advice.
Even if you hire a professional service, you still need to understand some basic pool care in Florida. The pool winterization process is something most of us who live in the Bradenton Florida – rarely have to deal with. As with most things, however, there’s a trade-off: no winterization = year-round swimming pool maintenance. Even if you decide to outsource its upkeep to the pros, you’ll still need to expend a bit of elbow grease in order to ensure your pool’s long-term health and that you’re maintaining your in-ground pool in accordance with your Florida home insurance policy guidelines.
Here’s how to clean a garbage disposal when odors develop, plus general best practices for everyday use that will help keep the smells at bay.
Your garbage disposal has a seemingly magical way of making your leftovers disappear down the drain. But with each use, food debris builds up and eventually makes your sink stink. The good news? There’s an easy remedy using simple ingredients you probably already have in the kitchen.
Once the winter season has arrived in South Florida, fewer households use their air conditioning units due to the dropping temperatures. Air conditioning is commonly used the rest of the year due to the humid and warm climate. If you want to make sure that your AC unit is ready to keep you cool and comfortable once the temperatures begin to rise, winter is the best time of the year to schedule an AC tune up!
An energy-efficient pool can save you money on your electric bill while increasing your home’s value and fun factor! Although designing and installing energy-saving renovations for your pool may seem complex, it can be a straightforward process. Following simple tips, like heating your pool only when you’re ready to swim, can decrease the amount of energy it uses.
In our area of southwest Florida, hurricanes will inevitably strike as they move over the state from the Atlantic to the Gulf and vice-versa. When these storms sweep through, they leave behind a path of destruction in their wake. There are steps you can take to make sure your home and lanai is hurricane ready. Here are some tips on how to ensure your southwest Florida lanai is prepared for a hurricane.
Since the retail phase-out of less efficient incandescent light bulbs, there has been a major shift to LED bulbs. When you purchase these, you might notice that they’re characterized not only by lumen ratings (brightness) and wattage but also by correlated color temperature (CCT) aka as Light Bulb Color Temperature.
You’ve got more lighting options than ever before, but that also means that the lighting aisle is a lot more complicated than it used to be. We’re here to help with out LED Buying Guide for 2020