The Community Development Agency recommended the ban and urged extending the prohibition to include the use of fire-retardant-treated wood in substantial remodels.

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Wood stain adds a layer of beauty and protection to decks, fences, and exterior doors. And staining wood is a perfectly doable DIY project. But just because you can take on the task yourself doesn’t ...

ClearCreek Siding has achieved a Class 1/A fire rating on its concrete log siding product. Every year brings more concerns about increasing wildfire damage and the destruction it can bring to ...

Forget harsh bleach—scientists have discovered that powerful blue LED light can erase yellow stains from sweat, food, and oils without harming delicate fabrics like silk. By harnessing oxygen in the ...

It may not be great on the eyes, but it could be a new way to take care of those pit stains. By Andrew Paul Published Sep 3, 2025 10:00 AM EDT Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, ...

Sweat and food stains can ruin your favorite clothes. But bleaching agents such as hydrogen peroxide or dry-cleaning solvents that remove stains aren’t options for all fabrics, especially delicate ...

In this episode, we install a synthetic peel and stick water and ice shield over our cabin sheathing for waterproofing. We secure ourselves on our steep 12/12 pitch roof using two roof ridge anchors.

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