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Andrew Stratton asked:


You can see vinyl banners just about everywhere you go. Such banners are used to announce events and highlight locations and merchandise. There are many advantages to using these items including cost effectiveness, durability and increasing awareness. Using vinyl banner advertising is a proven and effective means. Many businesses use them but there are also non-commercial uses for them as well. Schools, churches, clubs, sporting venues and individuals can all use a single vinyl banner, or as many as needed, as a means of getting a message out to the public.

One of the advantages to using a vinyl banner is how affordable it is. Custom banners are relatively inexpensive so many banners can be made or large banners can be made with little expense. This is ideal for businesses and organizations that are on a tight budget. It will get the message out without damaging the budget. It is a cost effective way to advertise, exposing the message to many people at much less cost than other forms of advertising. You can use them for date and time specific events without having to worry about re-using them. Because the cost is so low, one time use for an event can be practical.

Another advantage to using banners made of vinyl is the durability. For generic messages that are not date and time specific, these banners are ideal. They hold up to weather conditions including wind, rain and sun. When using a vinyl banner outside you won’t have to worry about the banner being destroyed by the elements. They are also reusable, so they can be stored when not needed and taken out again when it is time to advertise again. This is ideal for announcing sales, games and for general information like business names. They are also great for motivational messages to promote school spirit, spiritual devotion or to encourage your favorite team.

Businesses often use vinyl banners as signs, to announce grand opening events, to highlight sales or to display featured merchandise. They are used for one time use to advertise a particular special or sale that is available for a limited time. They are also used as general signs with simple messages that can be reused for multiple occasions. They can be used outdoors, in the store or at conferences and trade shows to set the business apart from the competition.

Schools often use vinyl banners to generate school spirit. General messages that include a mascot or motivational message are commonly used. Schools also use vinyl banners to announce special awards the school has earned or to remind students and parents of special occasions such as testing days or vacation days. Clubs often use vinyl banners to announce special occasions or to increase membership. Sporting venues will use vinyl banners to give motivational messages to team members and fans. They can also use them to announce wins and scores or game days. Individuals use vinyl banners to highlight parties and special occasions or to send a special message to the guest of honor.

Vinyl banners can be used in a variety of ways to get a message out to the public. They can be used for both commercial and non-commercial uses. The vinyl banners are durable and inexpensive so are ideal for both on time use and use for multiple occasions.



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bosco asked:


I’ll probably buy and have installed 10 windows, too. Price by the square foot on the siding.

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Mitch Endick asked:


The big push in the flooring business today is how to address the growing issue of recycling. Consumers are becoming more and more conscious of how their buying choices affect the environment both inside and outside their homes.

When it comes to flooring, industry, government and concerned citizens have begun to work together on ways to reduce the potential negative environmental consequence that comes from disposing of used flooring materials.

The short answer to the question of whether you can recycle used vinyl flooring is yes. Vinyl flooring products are no exception to the recycling movement and like many types of plastic products, strategies and methods for safely disposing of and reusing these materials are growing, often into profitable businesses.

There are two ways of looking at the recycling of vinyl flooring. One way is to consider how the disposal of used vinyl flooring can be accomplished in an environmentally friendly way. The other involves the decision to use vinyl flooring and whether the vinyl flooring product you choose contains a significant amount of recycle content. You can help reduce adverse effects on the environment by choosing to go as green as possible.

Vinyl flooring products like tile and sheet flooring have been around for many years and the chemical compounds used in the manufacturing of these products are not very green. The durability and the ease of installation make these products popular flooring choices for many people and can be used in a wide variety of locations around a home or business. Some of the environmental concerns about vinyl flooring begin at the very beginning of the products life cycle, the manufacturing process and end when the product is removed or replaced and discarded. In the middle, there are some environmental advantages to choosing vinyl flooring over carpet floor coverings.

Unlike carpet that can trap and hold dirt and bacteria, vinyl flooring, like other hard flooring products is easier to keep clean and sanitary than fabric floor coverings. In general, there are fewer chemicals needed to maintain modern vinyl flooring especially with the introduction of no wax floor finishes. So with the potential of less exposure to cleaning solutions and the problems that can be associated with properly disposing of waste cleaning solutions, vinyl flooring seems to have some significant advantages.

A significant environmental benefit can be realized from the growing practice of properly recycling or disposing of old vinyl flooring. The idea behind recycling is to keep used vinyl flooring out of the landfill and to prevent disposal methods like burning that can have very serious environmental and public health consequences. The increased availability of recycled material can be an incentive to manufacturers to increase the amount of recycled material used in the production of new vinyl flooring.

Linoleum was phased out several years ago but is making a comeback because it is easier and less hazardous to dispose of.

Before you recycle old vinyl flooring it may be necessary to know what type of material you are dealing with. Some products made with PVC or polyvinylchloride is not recyclable. A good idea might to be to check with your local flooring retailer for help in identifying what the old flooring is made of. Your local flooring retailer may also be able to advise you on proper disposal methods and the location of a recycling facility that will accept old vinyl flooring.

Many flooring retailers participate in a recycling program and might be willing to take the old flooring off of your hands. Some retailers may charge you a disposal fee, but the money could be well spent knowing that the old flooring is properly disposed of.



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LotsToLearn asked:


The tape has been stuck on the siding for 3 years and it is in inconspicuous areas so I can try different things.

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I am going to be getting 3 quotes on siding this week? Is that enough or should i seek more? How much are siding companies generally willing to negotiate on the price? Should I try to haggle? Lastly, are there ever circumstances when homeowners insurance helps with the cost of new siding?

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Lee Walder asked:


Vinyl siding is a flexible material that is used for exterior wall covering of your home. It is a product engineered using primarily polyvinyl chloride, which makes it an ideal material with which to cover the outside of your house as it is extremely heat, cold and moisture resistant. Vinyl siding also is resistant to high winds and denting.

Vinyl siding is a great investment. Re-siding a home is among the top ten remodeling projects in terms of overall payback. Siding made out of vinyl is free from any maintenance. Don’t we all need a little extra time in our day? It is a great way to beautify the exterior of your house and you will find that siding provides flexibility and endless selection.

Adding vinyl siding to your home can be much more expensive than repainting.  Is the cost worth the end result?  These are a few points to take into account.

If you have to repaint every four years, how much will you spend over the next 15-20 years?  This is definitely a good lifespan for quality vinyl siding installation done by certified professionals.

You may be surprised how much time you will save when you don’t need to maintain wooden boards by scraping, painting, or replacing ones that are starting to rot.  Maintaining vinyl siding is easy — just spray with a hose and mild detergent to make it look like new.

Durable construction means vinyl siding resists dents and damage from hail and harsh weather.

Choose from a wide variety of colors, textures and styles to create the look and feel you want.

What Things Can be Visually Identified?

One way to verify quality is to look for certification by the Vinyl Siding Institute.  A siding which is VSI certified, would be sure to meet or exceed industry standards at the time of testing and inspection.

What Choices Do You Have?

Gauge

The thicker the panel, the better, for impact and weather resistance. Thicker panels will also hang straighter and flatter against the wall to look better. Expect to find gauge sizes from an economical .040″ to upper level.Have you heard of the custom-sized vinyl siding custom, including one with an extra 48 inches?

Grains

With Grains, you can get a more contemporary and orthodox look. More pronounced grains can give a home a more rustic appearance.

Profiles

Would you like a traditional clapboard style? A dutchlap panel? The old-fashioned look of a beaded panel?  Explore the different influences that different profiles can give your home.

Color

You can pick from an assortment of colors, which will be held better by the vinyl siding and last longer than paint.



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Christina asked:


We have cedar shingles all over the outside of our house. The house is in Massachusetts and was built in the 1860s. I wanted to replace three sides of the shingles with vinyl siding that looks like the old fashioned painted clapboard. The reason for doing this is that vinyl is maintenance free and will last forever. We would only put cedar shingles on the front of the house. Before doing this, I wanted to know if it would bring the value of the house down. Anyone have any information on this? Please. I appreciate all suggestions.

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larey asked:


The north side of my house is covered in mold on the vinyl. We live on a VERY steep mountain and a ladder would be very dangerous on our land. What would be the best way to clean it? I’ve read of power washers, but that you can’t spray them upwards otherwise you risk getting water behind the siding.

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