Floor tile removal leaves glue behind
26.01.10
Glenn Haege: Ask Glenn
Floor tile removal leaves glue behind
Dear Glenn: We had some drain tiles in our basement that needed to be repaired; hence parts of our basement floor were broken up to make the repair. Due to that, we removed all the tile that we had on the floor, and now we don't know what to replace it with. Some of the floor is not smooth.
What do we use to clean the floor from any possible residue left there by removing the tiles? Also, can you recommend what we should replace the tile with and somone to do the job? We want to deal with someone who will give us honest advice. We have tried to research this topic online, but were not successful. We really need your help.
Bob, via e-mail
Dear Bob: The first thing you have to do is remove all the glue from the floor. You can use a product called Remove-It by Dewitt Products, (800) 962-8599, www.dewittproducts.com . It has no harmful chemicals in it. As far as putting new flooring down goes, I would talk with Dennis or John at Fairway Tile & Carpet (866) 211-5558, www.fairwaycarpet.com .
Source: The Detroit News
Historic farmhouse
16.01.10
Shelton has a rich agricultural history, which continues today with a number of operating farms.
A property in the White Hills section at 136 Maple Ave. is no longer a working farm, but its remnants are still visible today on a 2.04 acre lot, which holds a nine-room colonial farmhouse, five barns, two carriage houses and a three-seat outhouse. All are available for purchase.
Built in 1803, the house was later renovated to add the current kitchen and convert the existing kitchen into a full bath, and the house now contains 2,352 square feet of living space.
Although historic records are hard to find, the current owner believes this property was once the site of the Wigwam Brandy and Wine Farm, and said large kegs from that alcohol operation were found in one of the barns decades ago. Rumor has it there was a still across the street during Prohibition, too.
More recent owners kept typical farm animals like cows, sheep, pigs, goats, horses, chickens, turkeys and ducks. The barns may need some work, but they are still usable and could accommodate animals. All of the outbuildings are attractive gray, weathered wood, and some of them have heat and electricity. One barn has three stories, one of which still serves as a large workshop, and it has a large number of electrical outlets. At least one of the barns or carriage houses can be used as a multicar garage.
Source: Danbury News Times
