Many people enjoy the look of distressed wood in furniture and in room decor. It is a fairly easy look to achieve with the proper materials. When you distress a piece of wood, you have a rustic, antique finish when it is completed. Here are some instructions you can use to make your own distressed wooden plaque to hang in your home.
Materials You Will Need
Wood board in size you would like your plaque Sandpaper Medium-sized paintbrush and lettering paintbrush Chalk paint in three different colors Petroleum jelly Word processing program on a computer Printer paper Printer Painter’s tape Pen Furniture Wax Hardware to hang your sign Preparing The Wood…
While a keyless entry system might seem ideal- especially for those with a habit of forgetting their keys- there are quite a few drawbacks to this type of home security system.
Before opting for a keyless system, it’s important to consider the disadvantages to make sure that you don’t end up with a lock system that leaves you susceptible to burglars and other security issues.
The following are the four major disadvantages of a keyless, code-based system that you should factor into any decision regarding door locks in your home:…
Whether you are relocating your business or simply need to free up a bit of extra space, placing unused office equipment and other electronics into a self storage unit is a great way to eliminate clutter. Unfortunately, this storage process can also result in damage to your electronics. Thankfully, the tips outlined below can help you to avoid damage and ensure your electronics still work perfectly when the time comes to collect them from storage:…
If you own a small business where you sell a product or merchandise, you likely have at least some area of your property devoted to inventory. While it is advantageous to keep most of your inventory on site, there are some times or situations where you might need additional space. Here are just a few reasons why taking advantage of a storage facility with self storage units could be right for your business.…
When you are put on hospice, it generally means you have six months left to live. While your health is declining, there are some things you can still do to help your family after you are gone.
1. Plan your funeral. If you have not already done so, look into pre-funeral planning. Work with your loved ones to plan something affordable that will help them celebrate your life. It will help bring closure to both you and your family.…
Long hours of driving, like those required by commercial driving jobs, are often associated with higher instances of back pain. If you have your commercial driver’s license (CDL) and you are looking for employment as a driver, being able to recognize this association can help you take measures to prevent back pain in the future.
Here are 2 useful tips you can use to help alleviate the back pain many drivers working CDL jobs deal with.…
Black is the color of mourning in the United States, but funeral dress codes have lightened up considerably over the past couple of decades. Part of this is due to some families opting to turn the services into celebrations of the deceased’s life, often instructing guests to avoid black completely. It’s also due to people realizing that not everyone has black clothing that’s appropriate for a funeral.
If you find yourself in the position of having to go to a funeral when you don’t have a stock funeral outfit available, here are some suggestions:…
It is always a good idea to have a local area locksmith saved in your cell phone’s address book. There may come a time where you find yourself in one of these 3 situations, and need a locksmith to help get you out of a jam.
You Are Locked Out of Your Home
It is a situation we all dread being in. You are trying to get into your house, and suddenly realize you have lost your house keys.…
If you own a business and are looking for ways to save a buck or two, there’s a good chance that you’re interested in saving money even on the little necessities. Office supplies are one such example. In the long run, saving money on office necessities can make a large difference in a starting budget or even a monthly budget. Here are 3 tips to saving a bit of cash on office furniture and supplies:…
While many people may feel that they can’t afford a professional moving company, it is a consideration to make when you are moving. Both your time and money matter, and hiring a moving company can save you on both by the time the job is done.
Costs of Moving on Your Own
There are many costs associated to moving that you may not have thought about: renting a moving truck will cost money, packaging supplies are expensive, and the time spent moving your things from one place to another can be endless.…
