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I have been working in the skilled trades since I was 14 years old. When I started as...
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Working in the trades can be a really amazing and satisfying career. Being a woman in the trades...
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I work in the trades, which means the women that work with me are in the trades too...
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Sunday, May 24th, 2020 at 2:00pm
Whenever you bathe, you're creating a lot of moisture. Make sure you're running your exhaust fans for a minimum of 20 minutes to suck that moisture out. I usually go for 30 - AND crack a window.
Whenever you bathe, you're creating a lot of moisture. Make sure you're running your exhaust fans for a minimum of 20 minutes to suck that moisture out. I usually go for 30 - AND crack a window.
Sunday, May 24th, 2020 at 12:00pm
DECK TIP: check for visible signs of rot. Take a hammer and screwdriver and tap it around where the joists fasten into the ledger board. If the screwdriver sinks into the wood - it’s rotting and needs to be replaced before you use the deck.
DECK TIP: check for visible signs of rot. Take a hammer and screwdriver and tap it around where the joists fasten into the ledger board. If the screwdriver sinks into the wood - it’s rotting and needs to be replaced before you use the deck.
Sunday, May 24th, 2020 at 9:00am
It's a good weekend to tackle your spring cleaning. Here are some of my tips from @theloopca. https://t.co/n0uEENppwX
It's a good weekend to tackle your spring cleaning. Here are some of my tips from @theloopca. https://t.co/n0uEENppwX
Saturday, May 23rd, 2020 at 4:00pm
Kitchens see a lot of wear and tear, so you want to choose a flooring that's up to the job.I like porcelain because it's tough and water-resistant and can still look like hardwood if that's what you like.
Kitchens see a lot of wear and tear, so you want to choose a flooring that's up to the job.I like porcelain because it's tough and water-resistant and can still look like hardwood if that's what you like.