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Trash Can
from Ideaco Design
Once upon a time, there was no choice in where one could throw trash – there was a green rubber bin, or perhaps for the more adventurous, a stainless steel receptacle, both of which looked as messy as their contents. Then came the era of the step-pedal lid, hiding the odours and the mess but still allowing the plastic bag to peek out. Finally, there’s the Tubelor, a sleek plastic cylinder by Japanese company Ideaco. The lid fits snugly against the same-colored base, hiding both the bag and its mess, but making it simple to toss when the time comes. Available in seven hues, from neutral tones to vivid pinks, the Tubelor can work as a centerpiece with your decor, or sit unobtrusively in the corner, waiting for garbage day. Visit Ideaco Design for information, or purchase the Tubelor at here.
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Basement Sub Floor
I have collected a number of I Beams that I would like to turn on their side and use as a base for my sub-floor in the basement. I would lay down the beams so that there would be a space the same width as the beams between each beam laid down. I would then put a 5/8ths tongue and groove osb board on top. My Question is should I put a plastic barrier down first or don't worry about it? Also, I was going to use a PL 400 glue to secure the beams to the cement. My basement has never leaked water and was built in 1998. What is the best way to prepare the I beams and secure them to the floor? Read the answer »