Home Improvement

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Home Improvement

Plywood for the Roof
| Updated July 30, 2023 | Published July 13, 2021

Plywood is a common construction material that you may not have realized plays an important role in building a roof. There are several types of plywood, and not all of them are suitable for use in structural applications, so it is important to know the difference if you are embarking on a DIY roof renovation to ensure the integrity and longevity of the roof.

Types of Ottomans
| Updated July 30, 2023 | Published July 12, 2021

If you’re a history buff, you may know the word ottoman as the name of an old Asian empire. But that’s just one of the things you should know about this piece of furniture. Do you also realize that there are many variations of an ottoman?

Types of TV Stands
| Updated January 27, 2024 | Published July 12, 2021

The TV is the focus of the living room or recreation room in many homes, so you’ll want to give it pride of place on a suitable piece of furniture.

Armchair Dimensions
| Updated June 18, 2023 | Published July 12, 2021

Armchairs are usually seen as an essential piece of furniture for lounges, living rooms, reception areas, and large bedrooms. It is a type of chair with armrests that provide additional support so that users can get in and out of the chair with ease. Aside from that, most armchairs are cushioned and upholstered.

Types of Dining Room Chairs
| Updated January 18, 2024 | Published July 11, 2021

The types of dining room chairs available today might seem exhausting, but actually, the different styles and variations can be broken down into more manageable categories. Learn about the main types of dining room chairs here.

Types of Clothes Hangers  
| Updated December 14, 2023 | Published July 11, 2021

Hangers come in a variety of shapes and sizes to accommodate various garment designs, materials, and styles. We need clothes hangers daily, and numerous obvious benefits come from hanging our clothes with the right type of hangers. That’s why it’s odd that we do not give close attention to the types of hangers in our wardrobes. In our houses, we may have lots of clothing hangers. Each hanger is made with specialized materials and structure to protect your clothes from wrinkles, rips, and strains.

Round Table Dimensions and Drawings
| Updated July 2, 2023 | Published July 10, 2021

A round dining table is one of the most valuable pieces of furniture in your home. The reason is that it is the best place to eat and socialize with your family and friends. Plus, you can also use it if you want to host a game night. But, what size of the table should you get? To give you a better view, here are the various round table dimensions.

Standard Furniture Dimensions
| Updated February 3, 2024 | Published July 10, 2021

Understanding the average dimensions of common furniture items can help when it comes to designing floor plans for rooms and planning the layout of a space. Having a grasp on typical furniture dimensions can also be helpful when buying furniture so you can compare measurements to see if the item you are considering is unreasonably small or oversized compared to standard furniture dimensions.

Types of Bookcases
| Updated July 2, 2023 | Published July 8, 2021

E-books may be popular during this so-called Digital Age, but let’s face it: books remain well-loved by millions of people around the globe. Books won’t go out of fashion in the near future. And bookcases would still be in demand, especially for book lovers. 

Standard Rectangle Table Sizes
| Updated July 2, 2023 | Published July 8, 2021

There are different shapes of tables— square and circle, among others—but there’s no doubt that the most common choice for dining tables is a rectangular table. And why not? A rectangular table can accommodate the highest number of people. This makes it a great choice if you are having a party or a large gathering.

Stair dimensions
| Updated September 3, 2023 | Published July 8, 2021

Building codes are strictly implemented to make sure that all people, especially the elderly and children, will be safe. When constructing stairs, you also need to follow a set of rules to make the stairs long-lasting. As such, you have to follow the standard measurements for every part of the staircase. So, what are the various stair dimensions?

Standard Cubicle Sizes
| Updated July 1, 2023 | Published July 7, 2021

Office cubicles come in three standard sizes. They can come in 8 x 8 ft, 6 x 8 ft, or 8 x8 ft. All cubicles must be for one person only but have the space for an additional chair in the event of somebody else coming in to discuss or review work.