George N. Root III

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Stories By George N. Root III

  • What Is A Pool Surge Tank Used For?

    A swimming pool surge tank receives displaced water from the pool through a perimeter gutter system, filters it and pumps it back to the pool. Surge tanks are mandated in some areas for public safety.

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  • Door Ideas For Archway Openings

    There are several types of archways in architecture, including gothic arches, foil arches, semi-circular arch and geometrical arches. Arches create a larger internal or external doorway for your home, and also lend themselves to a variety of door ideas.

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  • Tips On Hiding Wires For Under-Cabinet Lighting

    Under-cabinet lighting can provide more light in the important work areas of your kitchen that can make seeing the food you are preparing and the sharp utensils you are cleaning easier. To add a professional look to your cabinets, you should hide the wires from your under-cabinet lighting.

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  • Inexpensive Ways To Finish Basement Walls & Ceilings

    If you need to add more living space to your home, then consider finishing your basement. You can decide to do a major renovation project that can cost thousands of dollars, or you can use inexpensive ways to finish your basement walls and ceilings.

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  • Can You Glue Paneling To Cement Walls?

    If you are looking for ways to finish your basement, you may be considering paneling your concrete walls. One of the quickest ways to panel the basement or other cement walls is to glue the paneling directly to the cement. Paneling can be glued to cement.

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