John Matarazzo
How to remove roach food/poisin stains?
I bought a place about a year ago. When inherited tenant moved out I had a lot of work to do. It looks like there was some roach problem (not currently thankfully) and looks like they threw roach poison/food all over ...
Lyle Cooper
Re-staining wood floors to brighten apartment
I own a high end rental in Manhattan. 10K+ rent. When I rented it last year during a cold market it took 40 days to rent and the number one complaint was the apartment is too dark. The market was not very good d...
Phillip Overpeck
Are stained concrete floors popular with buyers?
So I've been looking into ways to save on a rehab. One thing I thought of would be using stained concrete flooring on a rehab. I really like that look myself, but is that something any of you have used successful in y...
Dean W.
Oil Stains in the Driveway - Landlord Inquiry
Landlords, I have a tenant moving out that has left behind a good amount of oil stains in the driveway. Has anyone dealt with this before? I'm not sure how to remedy the situation. Thank you, -D.W., Phoenix, AZ
Thomas C.
Stain cedar siding or cover in vinyl
I recently bought a duplex that was built in 1986. The last owner stopped maintaining it a while back and the cedar siding needs some work. It hasn't been stained in 10+ years so my options are to do minor wood repair...
Jerry LoCoco
Gel stain project: from 1990 to 2013
Here is one of my Gel Stain projects around the house. I think it is a good way to dress up a flip or rental.
About 12 Hours of labor & $20.00 + - in material.
Lite sand (180-220 grit) with the ...
Lynn Chew
Staining Home Depot Hampton Bay Kitchen Cabinets
Has anyone done it before? Wondering which product was used to achieve the 'white oak' look?
Scott Mac
What do you think this stain is?
The stain on the bottom of the doorway.Do you think it's mold under the paint?The Water Closet is to the left of the door way. Vanity to the right, walk in shower with glass doors behind camera angle. I can see the pa...
Kyler J Sloan
Interior Paneling Stain Shade in Smokey Mountains
I am curious why the interior paneling stain chosen for virtually every cabin in the Gatlinburg STR market has a darker stain?I was considering something like the following (see image below). Why isn't the "natural lo...
Mike Hsiao
Ceiling Water Staining & Drywall Sag Concerns
I just finished up a home inspection on a 4-plex in San Diego. There were a number of broken window seals and improper flashing installed on a lot of the windows, as well as a couple of the 2 story decks. The improp...