Recent content by tammi

Soap, water and scouring pad will do the trick :)

Dust borax all over. Spray white vinegar, leave for 15-30 minutes and scrub, scrub, scrub!

so they remain in good condition, casement window must be painted regularly. Make sure to paint the exterior and interior separately though, to prevent them from sticking.

work on summer when the wood is really dry, otherwise, painting on wet surface will not give you the effect you want it to have.

The only thing that matters I guess is if you like it the way it is. It's still your call after all.

True. Look for more options before you decide. More options means more opportunities to find the cheapest deal.

If its really bothering you and you said you have asked a lot from the owner, you can repaint it yourself. That way you can be sure its going to be lead free and you can sleep well at night, knowing you have done something about it.

I definitely agree! Make a paste out of vinegar and baking soda and use with scouring pad, leave for 15 minutes. Rinse it with 1 part vinegar and water. You'll be surprised at the result.

I'd like to know if its really worth the effort of making the panels myself. I want to make sure its effective too. I might be able to save up but how much energy can it provide?

Thanks so much for all of your tips. I will definatly follow them.