Vinegar, a weak acid, can be used to etch aluminium in preparation for painting. Mix together a solution of equal parts water and vinegar. Coat the aluminium in the vinegar mixture and monitor it regularly, applying more vinegar solution if … Continue reading →

Some argue that marine paint is superior because it lasts longer, but that’s not accounting for repairs and yearly maintenance. Maintaining a painted boat is more difficult than a vinyl-wrapped boat and requires more skill. If vinyl needs a fix, … Continue reading →

In short, freshwater poses very few problems to most vessels, while saltwater requires careful maintenance. Saltwater can corrode metal up to 10 times faster than freshwater. Additionally, ocean boating is often rougher and requires a hull designed to handle more … Continue reading →

Steps to Remove the Stains: Mix equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Spray the solution onto the aluminum. Let it soak for several minutes, then scrub with steel wool. Add more of the vinegar solution as … Continue reading →

In fact, as divers, we WANT to attract more sharks. But if you are worried about sharks, and you do not want to attract their attention, then you can stick to wearing dark colors, such as black or blue. This … Continue reading →

What is the best rig for a gummy shark? Fresh fillets are best. My preferred rig from the sand is pair of snelled 6/0 Octopus hooks on a 70 cm trace that leads to a combination crane swivel, with a … Continue reading →

Yes! S.O.S® steel wool soap pads are safe for stainless steel and aluminum cookware. Simply wet a pad and scrub. Once food particles and grease are loosened, rinse with water for a glistening shine. Can you use Brillo pads on … Continue reading →

Standard Stair Riser Height Requirements OSHA 1910.25(c)(2) requires standard stairs to have a maximum riser height of 9.5 inches (24 cm). IBC 1011.5. 2 requires that stair riser heights shall be 7 inches (178 mm) maximum and 4 inches (102 … Continue reading →

How big of an opening do you need for a staircase? The generally accepted minimum width for a stairway is 36 inches. The width of the stair opening is 36 inches or the actual width of the stairway, whichever is … Continue reading →

Simply pour the coke into a bowl and submerge your silver into it. The acid in the coke will quickly remove the tarnish. Keep an eye on it – just a few minutes should be enough. Rinse with warm water … Continue reading →

Muriatic acid. Choose an appropriate acid. Muriatic acid, otherwise known as hydrochloric acid, is a common choice for an acid wash. It is reasonably safe for the aluminum and fairly easy to come by. What type of acid cleans aluminum? … Continue reading →

Stairs can be darker than the floor, but they do not have to be. As long as your stairs complement your floors, you can make them any color you wish. Do stairs and floor have to match? Stairs do not … Continue reading →

What size beam do I need to span 12 feet? 2×12When supporting joists that span 12 feet with no overhang beyond the beam, a double ply beam can span in feet a value equal to its depth in inches. A … Continue reading →

When operating a tiller-steered fishing boat, it is important to: Keep the engine running while cleaning the prop. Always start the engine in gear. Make abrupt steering movements when necessary to balance out the boat’s weight. How does a boat … Continue reading →

Rebar Sizes We Stock: Imperial Bar Size “Soft” Metric Size Nominal Diameter (in) #4 #13 0.500 #5 #16 0.625 #6 #19 0.750 #7 #22 0.875 What is rebar nominal diameter? The nominal diameter of a deformed bar is equivalent to … Continue reading →