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Active Assignment for 1st Nov to 8th Nov: You CAN Judge a Book by Its Cover
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"According to the saying, you can’t judge a book by its cover, but I must confess that I have on occasion purchased a book solely because I loved how the cover picture looked. I remember, for example, buying "The Time Traveller’s Wife" – never having heard of the book or the author – just because I loved the image of the shoes on the cover. I enjoyed the book too, incidentally, so the image worked for me.

So for this week’s assignment, I thought it would be interesting to create an image that would make a great book cover."

Restriction: The image should be in portrait (vertical) orientation, since books are primarily set this way.

Dare: Instead of a generic image, make it one that would suit a specific title of an existing book, and tell us the name of the book.

On the back cover: Frederick Knott only wanted the best for his family, and the best thing he could think of was to head north and escape the stifling heat and prejudice of the deep south. There was a lot to like about their new home in Minnesota. The work was steady and the locals seemed indifferent to the color of his skin. But all that changed one day when a body washed up on the banks of the river and the fingers of accusation began pointing in the direction of the new man in town.

WIT: Cross processing of the original shallow dof image of the rope on the garage floor. A small version of the knot photographed straight down was used to make the image hanging from the "Y’. The next step was to choose a font for the title, tag line, and author. I used a random name generator I found on the web to come up with the author. Blending modes and gradients used for the background of the title. The idea was basically derived from John Grisham’s novels (specifically A Time to Kill). Also loosely based on one of the last brutal lynchings that took place here in 1882.

There is a lot of preparation work required before applying a garage floor epoxy coating. After all the prep work is done, the actual application will seem quite easy. The reason the preparation is difficult and time consuming is that an epoxy will not adhere properly to a surface that is not clean and slightly rough as well. Cracks and holes need to be patched and allowed to set fully before proceeding any further.

Another tip to note is that the concrete floor should be at least two months old and not sealed in order for the epoxy to adhere to the concrete. If you are uncertain whether your floor has, a seal on it then pour a little water on it and it beads then it is sealed. Removing a sealer is done with a chemical stripper, which just adds more work to the job. After the floor is stripped then you can clean it. This is performed with an industrial type cleaner and a machine called a floor maintainer, which you will most likely have to rent. The chemicals can be quite harsh so protective clothing is highly recommended. They are also not particularly environmentally friendly.

As you can see, the preparation of the floor is quite a job. Once all this work is complete, you can begin your application of the epoxy garage floor coating. It is important to choose a day that is dry and between fifty and eighty degrees. Without the perfect conditions, the epoxy can bubble and peel. Once the epoxy and hardener is mixed, you have approximately two hours to apply it. After all this is complete, you still must wait three days before parking your car on it or bringing everything back into the garage.

Most home improvement centers will carry some form of epoxy garage floor coating. Speak to an experienced staff member to find out what is the best product they sell that meets your particular needs. Follow the instructions that come with the product. Failure to follow the instructions could result in the coating not sticking or it could peel as well. Before beginning your project, you should speak to a professional and get some tips on preparing your floor and applying the epoxy. Even though applying some form of coating to your floor will make it look much better, there are many factors involved that could cause problems with the coating. Good luck with applying your epoxy or floor paint.

However durable, the way the paint is applied on the floor has a lot to do with it. With a more careful preparation, the more resilient the coating will be. Before, epoxy garage floor coating has to be applied by an expert. Now, with do-it-yourself kits available in hardware stores, anybody can use it easily.

To properly apply epoxy paint, the first thing to do is to clean the floor thoroughly. The floor must be totally free from dirt, dust, and all types of debris. This way, the paint is easily absorbed by the cement. Besides, your floor would look much smoother and shinier if you do the preparations right.

Depending upon the kit you bought, there could be a chemical called concrete solution inside the pack. Apply that first before putting the first coat of paint. This solution would make the paint stick to the floor better.

Some kits would also include a primer. The primer is usually applied after the concrete solution. Some brands of paints may not have this. If it isn’t in the box, it only means you might need several cans of epoxy floor coating to cover the entire floor area of your garage to give it a more even look.

Up to three coats of epoxy floor paint may be required on your floor for added strength. The number of coats of paint to add will depend upon how you actually use your garage. If you have more than one vehicle, maximize the coating on the floor as it is subject to twice as much torture.

Maintaining epoxy garage floor coating isn’t too much of a hassle. However, a lot of people tend to neglect it. You have to wash or clean the garage floor regularly so that dirt won’t stick too much. And the spilled oils won’t completely dry out.

Because when those happen, you will damage the paint as you try to remove stubborn dirt and stains. And that also means you have to repaint your garage floor over again.

First, let’s talk coatings. We’re not talking simply about paint here but polymers that literally lock themselves into place. These high tech coatings not only make your garage look better but also resist oil and many of the inevitable solvent and chemical spills that happen in the typical garage. Unlike a porous cement garage floor, these high tech coatings not only look beautiful but stand up to all but the harshest chemicals.

Another benefit of garage floor coatings is the cleanliness factor. Your garage may be kept cleaner simply because it’s seen more as an extension of the house instead of “just the garage.” It’s also easier to keep clean when the dirt and debris start to collect.

Instead of the dull gray garage floor, these coating come in a variety of colors. Many of the most popular polymer coatings for garage floors are a two or three step process that includes a base coat, a measure of color flakes and a top coat. Once cured, parking your car on this wonder of modern science is not a problem.

Another alternative for garage floors are high density, oil resistant mats. These cushioning maps are perfect if you’re a do it yourself car mechanic and spend a lot of time under the hood of your favorite toys.

All in all, the garage is an important part of your homes operation. Doesn’t it deserve a high tech finish?

As it turns out, there is. There are many types of garage floor coverings available, but I’d like to focus on the coating options in this article. While installing some tile or a mat might be the way to go for many, sometimes its easier just to paint on a durable garage floor coating and be done with it.

So, what kind of coating should you buy? It might seem tempting to buy some tough exterior paint, clean up the floor, and paint it on, but there is a better way. Epoxy based floor coatings will prove much more durable and robust in the long run than other types of paints.

Epoxy, as many of you might be familiar with, is a resinous chemical that cures hard when combined with another chemical. This provides a thick, sturdy, moisture resistant coating for your garage floor. No longer will spills and leaks seep into your concrete floor. Instead, they will pool up on top of the epoxy coating, making it easy to clean up.

It’s worth noting that you can get this epoxy in many different colors. You can get many differen shades and tints, making your epoxy garage floor uniquely yours. It’s not exactly something Martha Stewart would get excited about, but it’s still nice to have options.

Installing an epoxy floor yourself is quite easy. Simply buy a kit, clean up your existing floor (this is most often the hardest step), mix up the epoxy, and begin to apply it to your floor. Typically, you will only need one coat, as the paint is really very think. After the painting, you’ll need to wait about 24 hours before you can use your garage again.

Once the epoxy is cured, you’ll have a garage floor that is both better looking and more durable than the original concrete. Of course, epoxy isn’t full proof. Some brands of epoxy will be susceptible to damage from the heat of hot tires, while other may have same bad reactions with certain chemicals. On the whole, though, epoxy flooring is a great option for sprucing up your old garage floor. i

The first question you have to answer is this: How do you use your garage? Is your garage a place to store your vehicles and nothing else? Or do you use it as a car workshop as well? Does it double as a game room or hobby area from time to time? You should also estimate how much traffic the garage gets. Do your kids go inside it frequently? If so, choose a garage floor coating that’s not too slippery for them.

The next thing you should mull over is the budget. This should not be a problem because garage floor coating such as paints are the most affordable alternatives to floor coverings anyway. The only major decision you have to make, as far as this matter is concerned, is which type of paint to use. You can settle for the epoxy paints or you can go for latex paints. These are the two most popular options for garage floor coating.

But between the two, epoxy paints are highly recommended. Epoxy paints are water-resistant. It also tends to stick to the concrete better, sealing it in the process. When it comes to appearance, these paints are lustrous and smooth, making the floor very easy to clean. Durability isn’t an issue with these paints either. A good coating of epoxy can last for a long time, with minimal to no repairs required. Maintenance of the floor is a breeze too. Just use a mop to clean it, although a sponge mop is needed for major spills. As for oil stains, an anti-grease detergent is necessary. Stubborn stains can be solved by simply painting over the area with unsightly mark. That should do the trick.

With all of these said, it is quite easy to see that looking for the garage floor coating shouldn’t be much of a trouble on your part. A few cans of epoxy paints might be all you need. But for those who want to be meticulously sure, talk to an expert home builder or a handyman. They should give you sound advices about this matter. And you’ll be informed greatly about garage coverings as well.