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Can I paint my aluminum siding
? Yes, it needs to be cleaned and rinsed well. Then, it needs to be scuffed up and primed with a special primer. It can then be painted with a...
What can I use to clean my deck?
You can use one of the deck brightener products that are on the market, or you can use TSP (trisodium phosphate). You can also use a power washer...
Can I paint the vinyl siding on my house?
Some experts don’t recommend painting vinyl siding because it expands and contracts. Some siding manufacturers void their warranties if the...
What’s the difference between roof cement and roof coating?
The cement has to be put on with a trowel, which the coating is brushed...
I have some loose shingles. Is there anything I can do to prevent leaks without replacing those shingles?
Fibred plastic roof cement, which comes in caulk tubes, quarts, gallons and 5-gallons, can be used to seal down shingles and seal...
I need a good stepladder. What should I consider?
Wood stepladders are sturdy and the least expensive, but they are heavy. Aluminum stepladders are lightweight but more expensive than...
What is a glaziers point and glazing compound?
Glaziers points are used to secure glass in a sash prior to adding glazing compound, which is a putty used to seal...
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