Ryan Owsiany
Drywall & Painting Specialist
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Co-authored Articles (10)
How to Get Rid of Water Stains and Repair Damaged Wood
A comprehensive walkthrough on removing water stains from furniture Water and wood definitely don't mix, but we're here to help you restore wood furniture that got a little soggy. There are a lot of repair options based ...
How to
Texture a Ceiling
Is your flat ceiling looking a little plain? Adding texture to your ceiling is an easy way to jazz up the room and make it look a little more decorative. Plus, a nice texture on the ceiling is a great way to cover up imp...
How to
Apply Putty on Walls
While there are many products, including joint compound and spackle, that can be used to patch or smooth out different types of walls, wall putty is particularly useful on plaster or concrete walls. Wall putty can fill i...
How to
Dry Water Under Wood Floor
Wood floors can add character and style to your home, but water damage leave dark stains and can cause the wood to buckle. Luckily, if you can dry your wood floors, they can often be saved. You can use a combination of s...
How to Fill in a Door Opening When You Remove a Door
Removing a door is a common type of home or building renovation. But what do you do with that big space left over when you’re done? You’re in luck! With some wallboards and the right tools, you can cover that opening...
A Step-By-Step Guide to Rising Damp Treatment and Repair
Get rid of your rising damp once and for all with this tried-and-true DIY method Rising damp is a common problem when water absorbs through a brick foundation and causes damage to your walls. Rising damp is most often fo...
11 Ways to Stop Water from Seeping Through Basement Walls for Good
Looking for a way to get the water out of your basement for good? No problem! We’ll walk you through all the different ways to stop water from seeping through basement walls and help you pick the best options for your ...
How to
Repair Laminate Flooring with Water Damage
Laminate flooring is popular among homeowners because it looks nice and is durable. These floors can last for years and don’t require much maintenance along the way. That said, the wood in the laminate floors is prone ...
How to
Clean Up Water Damage
Water damage can be very frustrating for homeowners. Floods and leaks can cause furniture, appliances, walls, and carpeting to become water damaged. To clean water damage, soak up as much water as possible and then clean...
Fast and Effective Ways to Dry a Basement After a Flood
A basement flood can happen because of heavy rains or other extreme weather or because of something like a home plumbing accident. Any way you look at it, a flooded basement is no fun to deal with. Drying out your baseme...