Oct 10
EPA's Renovation, Repair and Painting Regulation Now Enforced
Posted by blogs@bobvila.com (Ben) in lead paint, rrp, renovation, ace, painting, failure on 10 10th, 2010| icon3
As of Friday, the EPA's new Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule--which took effect this past April--will now be enforced. The new regulation covers work done on homes built before 1978 and is in place to protect against lead paint. For those of you who missed the announcement on the rule, you can find a quick primer here or take a look at the EPA site for the new regulation. Failure to comply with the new regulations can earn a contractor a whopping $37,500 fine. Work performed ...

Tagi: lead paint, rrp, renovation, ace, painting, failure

Oct 10
While the bathroom is the most utilitarian space, it doesn’t have to lack unbelievable amenities and fun factors. Licensed contractor Matt Muenster suggests 12 splurges for a bathroom. Consider our five favorite add-ons, and create a spa-like bathroom that will make you never want to leave it. 1. Simple Defogging [...]

Tagi: surges, muenster, amenities, spa

Oct 10
Stucco Application Over Wood
Posted by in stucco application on 10 10th, 2010| icon3
Stucco application looks terrible if it's not done properly.

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  Stucco Application Over Brick

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Oct 10
If the brickwork on your house is in poor shape or not looking good, stucco application can brighten it up.

Tagi: stucco application, poor shape, brick

Oct 10
When it comes to a swimming pool, rust repair can be required in more sights than just around metal pool accessories.

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  How to Build a Gunite Swimming Pool, Part 4
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Tagi: rust repair, pool accessories, swimming pool

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