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How to Clean Windows
Always choose a dull, overcast day to clean your windows. You can't see streaks in bright sunshine and hot temperatures may make your cleaning solution evaporate quickly. Don't choose the coldest winter day either. Severe cold with frost can make older windows more vulnerable to breakage as it hardens glass and glass-holding putty. Clean too vigorously and you could have a smashed pane. Rainy days are an obvious non-starter!
Self-cleaning windows?
Pilkington Activ is the world's first self-cleaning glass for domestic windows. An invisible coating on the glass works to keep windows clean and free from rain smears. It's perfect for conservatories, which can be such a chore to clean, and for hard-to-reach windows.
To get technical, the coating on the glass reacts with the UV rays that come from the sun (even on cloudy days) to break down dirt – even tough marks such as bird droppings and fingerprints. As a bonus, the coating causes rain to sheet rather than drop pitter-patter (and spot-spot) on window glass. So you don't get raindrop smears either.
At the moment, you pay around 10 per cent more for this clever glass. Check their website for stockists (distributors) and technical details.
Put together a basic window-cleaning kit
Professional window-washers use surprisingly little equipment. To marry speed and safety, they typically prune their tools to one squeegee, one cloth, and for the dirtiest windows, a bottle of window-cleaning concentrate that gets diluted and applied to the cloth.
All the fancy and not so fancy cleaning tips – such as using crumbled newspaper to buff glass to a streak-free shine – go out the window (so to speak). Only serious grime gets a professional to back down from the ladder for more window-cleaning concentrate. To be a fast and effective window-washer, the following equipment is all you need:
A good-quality squeegee with a flexible rubber strip: Choose one that's 20 centimetres (8 inches) long for normal windows. For smaller or cottage-style windows, get a second squeegee small enough to fit the panes.
Washing cloth: This is your main washing cloth. Microfibre is best. Spontex make Window Wonders, which are beautifully soft, but any soft, lint-free material – such as a quality dust cloth – will do.
Kitchen roll (paper towels): Use this on extremely dirty areas of the window to save your cloth from getting grimy and unusable.
Plastic bucket: A standard 5-litre (1 gallon) bucket is a good size to hold your cleaning solution.
A step stool: You need this for reaching tall windows inside and ground-floor windows outside. To reach the upstairs windows from outside, you need a stable ladder.
An old toothbrush: Use this to get grit from corners of older windows.
If you tackle windows that haven't been cleaned for years you may need an abrasive nylon scrubber to shift bird muck, paint slashes, and other such caked-on delights.
An apron with pockets: It can hold tools if you're using a ladder – you need both hands free – and you can wipe your hands and squeegee on it.
Add the cleaning solution and you're set to go!
A 5-in-1 tool is a specific type of tool that has at least five uses. The tool acts as a scraper, a putty knife, a nail puller, paint can opener, a hammer, and a tool to squeeze out the excess paint from the paint roller. The pointed edge can also be used for widening cracks.
ABS piping is easier to work with and less expensive than metal piping. It also doesn't rot, rust, or corrode.
These ceiling tiles are specially designed to improve sound quality and reduce noise levels.
ADA-compliant showers are designed to allow individuals with disabilities greater freedom to access the shower. Some showers are made so a wheelchair can roll in, and some are designed for transferring to a seat in the shower.
The Adirondack style (1890s-present) embraces rustic, natural, often made of bark-covered logs or simple planks.
Adjustable shelving systems involve open wire shelves that can be adjusted to suit your individual needs.
A power tool for painting that uses high pressure to force paint through a small tip very quickly.
A device that helps you to eliminate squeaks in floors by placing nails at the right depth and breaking them off below the floor's surface.
A paint that has an oil base. Alkyd paint is extremely durable and easy to clean; however, it requires mineral spirits to remove.
American country style that stresses antiques and folk art, basically pieces and fabrics from America's past.
The Southwest look blends the colors and styles of the Native American cultures and the west.
The ADA is a law signed in 1990 that requires buildings and businesses to provide equal accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
A color scheme using colors that are located next to each other on the color wheel.
A type of bolt used to anchor or mount something securely.
A narrow paintbrush that is angled to allow more control in corners and other tight areas.
A wardrobe that has drawers and shelves. It can be used for either clothing or as an entertainment center.
The Art Deco Style (1918-1939) is fashion-oriented and influenced by primitive art and cubism.
The Art Nouveau style (circa 1900) was the first new style not using any historical reference was based on flowing lines of leaves and vines and influenced by Japanese art.
The Arts and Crafts style (circa 1900) uses simple designs executed in natural wood. Emphasized hand craftsmanship, quality materials, and strong, clean lines.
A stiff bristled broom that is designed for working with asphalt.
A tool with a handle and a long, sharp pointed end used for punching holes into things like wood or leather.
Awning windows are hinged at the top and swing outward via a crank or lever.
The gravity-operated valve that controls the flow of water into the toilet tank.
Baseboards are the finish strips between the floor and the wall and range in width from 3 to 18 inches.
Made out of insulating fibers that are woven together to create a continuous blanket of material with a moisture barrier (either paper or foil) that is glued to one side. Batt insulation is available in 16 and 24 inch wide rolls (or 8 foot strips) to fit between the framing in ceilings and walls.
Bauhaus design (1919-1933) is based on unifying art and technology. Little ornamentation. Function, form, and materials (metal tubing, glass, and other technological, machine-made materials) most important.
A bay window is a large picture window that projects outside the walls of the building.
A line of caulk that has been applied to a seam. Use a finger or tool to smooth out the bead to seal the surface.
A form of paneling, traditionally made of wood, with tongue-and-groove boards running the height of the panels. Also called wainscoting.
Boots, the rubber seals that are around the electric service and plumbing vent pipes, air vents, and exhaust fan flashing.
A type of nail with a very small head used for securing molding.
Most towns or counties require a permit to build on or change a property. During different stages of the job and at its completion, the work is inspected to ensure that it meets the building codes.
A thick block of wood made from laminating several strips of wood together. Butcher blocks are often used as a cutting surface.
The fat end of a shingle.
A faucet with a cartridge filter built in to filter drinking water.
Casement windows have hinges on one side of the sash and swing outward when you turn a lever or crank. Because the entire window swings out, these windows provide full ventilation and unobstructed views. Casement windows are commonly used in areas with extra heat or humidity, such as kitchens, bathrooms, and on walls that connect to porches.
Commonly used before 1960 for the vertical drain, vent stacks, and sometimes the horizontal drain lines. Cast iron is durable, but can rust over time.
Caulk is a filler material that seals a crack where two nonmoving components meet, such as where a house's siding meets the exterior window trim.
The housing for the electrical wiring that provides power to ceiling light and fan fixtures.
Cellulose insulation is an organic, loose-fill material made from recycled paper. It has to be chemically treated to resist attack from moisture and pests. Moisture absorption can make cellulose heavier, causing it to become compacted and lose its insulative value.
Chimney pots are decorative flues that sit on top of the chimney in older homes and in Tudor or Medieval styled homes.
A glazed floral fabric often used in the English Country style.
A chip brush is a small paintbrush used to paint in tight spaces.
Protective switches that enable you to fix short circuits without turning off the power
A combination primer/sealer seals the surface material and allows the finish paint to have a strong bond.
A color scheme made up of colors that are at the opposite ends of the color wheel.
Compression fittings are used to bond two pipes made of different materials. The fittings also allow the water flow to be turned off to a single faucet instead of having to turn the water off in the entire house.
Contemporary design combines influences, trends, and new technologies without strict adherence to any one design philosophy.
A special carpeting tool shaped like a cookie cutter. Twist it back and forth in a circular motion to make the cut.
Copper pipe is long lasting and resistant to corrosion, and so it is commonly used pipe in water supply lines. It costs more than plastic but it lasts and lasts! There are two common types of copper pipe: rigid copper and flexible copper.
The mechanism that allows double-hung windows to open easily, stay open (without a stick propping them up), and shut.
You countersink a screw by driving it in below the surface of the wood.
CPVC (chlorinated polyvinyl chloride) pipe has PVC's strength but is heat-resistant, which makes it acceptable in many regions for use on interior supply lines.
Decorative embroidery made by manipulating wool yarn in designs and patterns.
Curing paint is the process of the paint taking its final shape. Curing happens after the paint dries and until the curing is complete the painted surface can still be damaged.
The curtain heading is the top of the curtain that attaches to the curtain rod.
A paint that has been mixed to make a specific color that the customer has requested.
Cutting in is the process of painting the edges of the wall (or other surface to be painted) before painting the rest of the wall with the larger brush or roller.
A chemical that destroys the smooth, glossy finish on a surface so that the surface is rougher, allowing the paint to grip the surface.
An artificial canopy, usually in a half round, which is draped above a bed in place of a headboard.
Distressing is the process of making a piece of furniture look artificially aged by adding nicks and scratches to the finish.
The dormer valley is the point at which the dormer meets the rest of the roofline.
The most popular window style, which has an upper and a lower sash that move vertically in separate channels. The sashes are separated by a small piece of wood called a parting strip; the upper and lower sashes also have meeting rails that helps keep the seal tight between the rails. A lock secures the sashes together to create a tight seal and minimize air loss.
Pleats, ribbon, welting, and other trim as might be used by a dressmaker.
A drop cloth is a piece of fabric or plastic that is used to protect items from paint or splatter.
Dropped-pattern wallpaper calls for careful planning, because the pattern needs to be aligned both horizontally and vertically with the strip of wallpaper on both sides. Because of the dual alignment, dropped patterns incur a good deal of waste in order to have enough paper to make all the necessary pattern matches. There are two different kinds of dropped patterns: half-drops and multiple drops.
A large machine used for sanding floors that is roughly the size of a lawn mower.
The damage caused by a fungus that eats away at wood causing extensive damage.
Drywall is a construction material that is made of plasterboard in the center with a heavy paper on the outside. Drywall is used to finish the walls in most houses made since the mid-1960s.
Dye lot refers to the color pass that is used to make a certain batch of tiles or wallpaper rolls. There can be color variations from dye lot to dye lot even though the pattern name and number do not change.
A smaller hand-held disc sander, to refinish the perimeter of the room and inside closets.
A paint finish that is often used for decorative finishes because it provides a low luster.
A substance that has the ability to remain flexible after drying and won't crack when weather changes.
Electrical tape is used to secure the electrical connections and to keep the wires attached to each other.
A houses energy envelope refers to the seal within which the homes heating and cooling is maintained.
English Manor House is a decorating style that uses traditional furnishings and florals to capture the feel of an old English manor.
The faucet aerator forces water though a fine mesh to increase the force with which the water comes out of the faucet. The aerator lets you use less water while still maintaining the same force.
A painting technique that employs different styles and techniques to give a wall more interest than a standard flat finish.
To feather the edges means to apply the materials (paint, drywall compound, and so on) so that it's thinner on the edges to allow it to blend into the surrounding material.
Fiberglass insulation is the most common type of insulation and is available as either batts or loose fill. It is relatively inexpensive, and the batts are very easy to install. It is non-flammable and resists damage from water.
The fixture base is the part of a ceiling lighting/fan fixture that contains the wiring. The fixture base secures to the ceiling box to provide electricity to the fixture.
The valve at the bottom of the toilet tank that controls the flow of water into the tank.
Roof flashing creates watertight connections between the roofing and items that penetrate it, including plumbing pipes, furnace flues, skylights, and chimneys.
An opaque latex paint finish that works great on interior walls and ceilings.
Flexible copper, which is often used for dishwashers, refrigerator icemakers, and other appliances that need a water supply. It's easy to bend, but if it becomes kinked, you must cut the piece off and replace it. Sections of flexible copper pipe are joined using either soldered or compression fittings.
A float is a board with a handle that smoothes thick compounds such as concrete.
The floatball is a ball that is inside the toilet tank that prevents the tank from overflowing. When the water level rises, the floatball rises which shuts off the water supply.
The flush lever is the part on the outside of the toilet tank that you push to cause the toilet to flush.
The flush lever rod connects the flush lever and controls the flapper valve or tankball.
The flush valve is the controlling mechanism for the flush lever on a toilet tank.
The soldering paste used to sweat copper pipes.
This is the point of visual reference to which the eye always returns—a home base.
The French country look embraces the warmth and grace of the Provence region for France. French country has the warmth of American country but its furnishings tend to have a less homespun feel.
Furring strips are narrow strips of wood used to raise the surface, level the surface, or otherwise smooth out a rough surface to prepare it for paneling.
Galvanized steel pipe is common in older homes for supply lines and branch drain lines. Galvanized pipe is strong, but only lasts 50 years.
The Gothic Revival style (1851-1914) emphasized natural materials and was usually used in large pieces.
A swirling geometric pattern common in Greek design.
The Greek Mediterranean look is a decorating style that evokes the feel of homes in the Greek Islands. Traditionally, the Greeks preferred to spend their time on things other than decorating their homes and filling them with fancy things. So, their homes tend to be simple and uncluttered.
Pliers that can be adjusted to fit the size and shape of pipe fitting that you want to turn.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) was developed to help keep people from getting shocked by electricity. The easiest way to think of a GFCI is to remember that a normal circuit breaker protects property, while a GFCI protects people.
A hacksaw is a saw consisting of a fine toothed blade in a frame and is used to cut through metal.
Half-drop patterns repeat at the ceiling line on every other strip and the design tends to run diagonally. It requires 3 strips of wallpaper to repeat the vertical design. A half-drop match is a straight match that has been split in half.
The bar at the top of a set of mini blinds. The header bar contains the mountings for the blinds themselves as well as the mechanical pieces for adjusting the blinds.
A kind of tape used in laying carpet. The adhesive is melted into place to create a tight seal.
The banded part of a paintbrush.
A decorating style (1980-1990s) that emphasizes exploitation and exposure of elements of science and technology for home use. Shows the construction of the interior. Uses industrial materials for the home. Electronic and space age details important.
A paint finish that has a shiny, polished look. It's also stain resistant and very scrubbable.
Design styles created before the 1800s.
A hole saw is a ring-shaped saw that connects to a drill and is used to create holes.
A way of sealing a home's energy envelope to keep the heat and cool inside the house and the elements out.
Hopper windows are hinged at the bottom and swing inward.
A small paint roller roughly the size and shape of a hot dog.
Ice dams are blockages that can develop on a roof that isn't well-insulated. When the snow on the roof melts, the water runs down and freezes over the eaves, causing water to back up behind the ice and under the roofing shingles.
Infrared sensors are electronic devices that measure the infrared light and are often used in motion sensing security devices.
The intake valve controls the amount of water that enters the toilet tank.
A decorating style (1925-1947) that has no regional influences, historic references, ornamentation, or unnecessary elements is what made Modern furniture so radical in its time. Details come from the interesting use of modern materials. Emphasis is on machine-age technology — the house as a machine for living.
Jalousie windows are made of a series of horizontal glass slats that are joined so that all the glass slats open or close together when the crank is turned. Unfortunately, the cracks between the windowpanes don't allow for air infiltration.
The wood lath is installed with gaps, called keys, between each piece of lath. The plaster was forced between spaced lath, and this keying action holds the plaster in place.
The part of the latch that goes into the edge of the door.
Latex glazing putty is used for sealing window glass into frames.
Thin strips of wood used as a base for applying plaster. The strips are installed next to each other, separated by gaps. The plaster is forced between spaced lath.
A light box is a fixture mounted to the ceiling to hold a flat light fixture, usually fluorescent.
A very durable flooring material made from natural products, such as linseed oil, cork or wood dust, and tree resins. Not to be confused with vinyl sheet flooring.
The oil of the flax seed plant, which is used in paint, varnish, lacquer and in the making of linoleum.
A product that is used to make asphalt more water proof and less porous.
The part of a door look that is attached to the face of the door.
Loose fill insulation is made out of small chunks of fibers; this insulation type is also known as blown insulation because it is installed with a giant blower hose.
A drill bit that is used for drilling through masonry.
Mastic is a type of adhesive used to bond items where waterproofing is important.
The top rail of the bottom sash and the bottom rail of the upper sash meet and are slanted and weather-stripped to form a tight seal between the rails.
Triangular metal glazing points the small pieces used to hold a glass pane in position until you apply the glazing putty.
A sensor that uses microwaves to detect motion.
A chemical that will actually kill the fungus that causes mildew.
A solvent made from petroleum and used primarily as paint thinner.
Mineral wool insulation, or rock wool insulation, is similar to fiberglass. It is more expensive and somewhat more difficult to find, but doesn't cause the same itchy reaction. It looks like dryer lint and can be dusty when handled. Rock wool comes in loose fill that can be blown in poured out of bags."
The term molding refers to larger and typically more ornamental finish strips.
A piece of hardware used to anchor drapery rods into hollow walls. The molly bolt includes an anchor plug and a screw with sides that spread out behind the wall to hold it in place.
Mortar is the bonding mixture that is used to cement bricks and stones together.
A mortise is a shallow recess in a wood frame to seat a piece of hardware flush with the wood.
The metal brace that lays across a ceiling box and to which you mount a fixture base.
A multiple drop match is the most complex pattern match. It can take four or more strips to repeat the vertical design. A good example of this is a dense paisley pattern.
A short tool with a blunt pointed tip that is used for pushing the head of a nail or brad into wood.
Low- to high-pile carpets have a nap. You have to put the patch in so that the nap runs in the same direction; otherwise, it will look different from the rest of the carpet.
The NEC is the legally defined code that determines how electricity and electrical fixtures need to be used to ensure safety.
The NFPA is an organization created to establish rules and guidelines that will help to prevent fires.
A natural bristle brush is a paintbrush that uses hairs from animals. They are the best brushes for oil-based paints and varnishes.
A series of traditional geometric designs used on Navajo blankets.
Some floor paints (epoxy, for one) look fabulous and hold up to wear but are slippery when painted on concrete, even when they're dry. Reduce the risk of slipping by adding nonslip silicate to the paint before you roll it on.
A solid covering that does not allow light to penetrate.
The outlet pipe is the pipe that connects the toilet tank to the bowl.
Mounting a blind or shade to the outside of the window casing to provide better light filtering.
A substance that is packed into a faucet through which the water flows.
The paint finish determines how bright or shiny the paint looks when it dries. Paint finishes range from flat, which absorbs light but isn't easily cleaned, to scrubbable, stain-resistant glosses that reflect light.
A paint guard is a plastic tool used to block paint from reaching the walls or surrounding surfaces. It is usually held in one hand while the paint is applied with the other.
A solvent that is used as a cleaner or to thin down oil-based paint.
A door that has molding to create multiple panels on the surface.
This nifty gadget can scrape and perforate wallpaper applied on drywall. It has a round, knoblike handle attached to a scraping blade that cuts the paper. Solvents or steam can then penetrate to the adhesive layer but can't damage the drywall's paper facing.
A piece of wood that separates the tracks of the upper and lower sash of a window.
The repeat is the vertical distance between one point on the pattern and where the identical point appears again vertically.
A patch that is used to cover the gap in a hole in drywall. The solid patch has an adhesive background that sticks to the wall surrounding the hole.
A permanent furnace filter is a washable filter used to block debris from entering the furnace.
PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) is the newest pipe for residential use. Approved in many regions of the country, PEX is easy to install because it cuts easily, is flexible, and uses compression fittings. However, more permanent connections require a special crimping tool.
A pilot hole is a starter hole made by drilling. Using pilot holes prevents the screw or nails from causing damage to the wall.
A plaster washer is a thin metal disk that increases the size of the head of a drywall screw so that it doesn't pull through the plaster.
Plastic pipe comes as either ABS (acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene) or PVC (polyvinyl chloride). Most homes since mid-1970 have plastic pipes and fittings because it's inexpensive and easy to use. Simply glue the joints together using a primer and liquid cement.
A vertical guide created by hanging a weighted string from the ceiling.
The plumber's snake has a long tightly coiled wire attached to a handle. This coiled wire can slither down the pipes clearing blockages and even pulling out the obstruction.
A plumbing tool that is used to loosen clogs by using suction to dislodge the clog.
A type of insulating material made of polystyrene foam. This foam is waterproof.
Popcorn ceilings are textured, acoustic ceilings that are sprayed on and resemble popcorn or cottage cheese when they dry.
To prime a surface means to apply a primer and/or sealer to the surface to seal the surface and provide the best bond for the paint.
A pry bar is a flat steel bar with beveled edges in its ends and a hole in one end. Its design gives you leverage to slide one end in between the molding and wall while you use the other end to force the molding away from the wall.
A tool used to apply a paste or compound to a surface. The shape of the tool allows control over how much materials is applied and how thickly.
This white or cream-colored pipe is the most commonly used pipe for drain lines. It's strong, untouchable by chemicals, and seems to last forever! The rating and diameter is stamped right on the pipe.
A rabbet groove is part of a window frame that has a groove cut into it to hold glass panels.
A rake is the part of a paint tray that allows you to roll off the excess paint on a paint roller.
When the pattern is random, you don't need to worry about match any pattern at all. For obvious reasons, random patterns are great for beginners. No matter how you position the paper the pattern still looks good. A great example of a random pattern match is a texture, such as grasscloth, or a stripe.
This push-type wallpaper-scraping tool (about 3 to 4 inches wide) looks like a putty knife but has a slot for replaceable blades so that you always have a sharp edge.
A reciprocating saw moves in an upright piston-like manner. It is used for cutting almost any material given the proper blade.
Leftover pieces of fabric, carpet, or other flooring. To patch a carpet you will need to cut out the damaged spot and replace it with remnants that you saved when the carpet was installed.
Flooring products that come in vinyl, polyurethane, linoleum, cork, and rubber materials. These floors are resilient because they are more durable and more easily cleaned than traditional floor materials.
The amount of insulation provided by various materials.
The part of the piece of the roof that lies at the ridges and over the edges of the shingles.
Rigid copper comes in three thicknesses. Type M is the thinnest but is strong enough for most homes. Types L and Type K are thicker and used in outdoor and drain applications. To cut rigid copper, you'll need a wheel cutter, tube cutter, or a hacksaw. Pipes are usually connected with soldered (sweat) fittings and compression fittings can connect the pipe to shut-off valves.
The vertical board behind the step, which fits up to the underside of the tread.
Mineral wool insulation, or rock wool insulation, is similar to fiberglass. It is more expensive and somewhat more difficult to find, but doesn't cause the same itchy reaction. It looks like dryer lint and can be dusty when handled. Rock wool comes in loose fill that can be blown in or poured out of bags.
The metal frame on a paint roller onto which the roller cover slides.
The piece that slides over the roller cage on a paint roller. The roller cover is the part that actually holds the paint.
Roof flashing creates a watertight seal wherever the roof meets an upright — such as around plumbing pipes, furnace flues, skylights, and chimneys.
A tool that is used for scraping ice off roofs.
A faucet that has a ball mechanism inside which controls water flow and temperature.
The first inspection on a remodeling project which occurs while everything is still at the rough-in stage of progress.
If each flush doesn't end with a gurgle but instead continues with a hissing sound, with water running into the toilet bowl, you have a run-on toilet.
A narrow paintbrush used to paint trim and molding.
The most popular paint sheen, which is a good choice for woodwork, walls, doors, and hallways.
Schedule 40 PVC is strong enough for residential drain lines, but check with your plumbing inspector first.
Schedule 80 PVC is sometimes used for cold-water supply lines, but it isn't allowed in some regions because it isn't suitable for hot water.
A seam iron is a tool for heating the heat-activated tape the holds the two carpet pieces together.
wallpaper roller
A seat bolt is a heavy bolt used to hold the toilet seat to the toilet base.
Outdoor security lights use infrared or microwave sensors to light up whenever someone or something passes within a certain range.
A screw that taps (makes a hole) all by itself, with no need to drill a starter hole first.
A shiny paint finish that is scrubbable and good for moldings, doors, windows, kitchens, and baths.
A sewer rodding machine is an industrial strength auger that is motor driven and can push its way through touch sewer lines.
The design combines the elegance of English Country living with the comfortable casualness of a California lifestyle.
A decorating (1830-1850) style that utilizes designs that are plain in appearance, stripped to bare essentials (few turnings, no decorations.
The showerhead aerator forces water though a fine mesh to increase the force with which the water comes out of the showerhead. The aerator lets you use less water while still maintaining the same force.
A sink trap is a plumbing connection that is bent at such an angle as to capture items that might have fallen down the drain allowing you a final chance to retrieve them before they disappear down the pipes.
Sliding windows open horizontally and bypass each other in separate tracks mounted on the header jamb and sill.
The amount of fall or collapse in mortar or concrete.
Snap-off screws are designed so that the heads literally snap off below the surface of the floor to allow you to repair squeaks in the flooring without leaving a visible sign.
The flat boards under a roof's overhang.
Pipefittings that have been soldered to seal the connection.
Spade bit is an inexpensive wood-boring instrument that looks like a paddle with a triangular point on the end.
Spalling is when chips and chunks break off a surface, such as concrete, usually caused by weathering.
Brick that has popped out of the wall
1. Rubber or neoprene cording that holds screening material in a window or door frame. 2. Ribbon-like finishing piece that holds in sheets of cane on furniture.
Looks like a pastry cutter with a convex roller on one end and a concave roller on the other end. Use this to push spline into the grooves around a window or door frame.
A small mechanical piece at the end of an airless paint sprayer's spray gun. The spray tip is the small hole through which the paint is dispersed.
Spring clips hold the glass panes in place in steel casement windows.
The spud nut holds the spud washer in place.
Seals the gap between the flush valve and bowl.
The long vertical slotted strips fastened to the wall to attach the shelves in a wire based shelving system.
The unmovable upright on a sliding glass door.
A straight across match is a type of wallpaper pattern that starts over at the ceiling line. This means that the design has to match the strips on either side. These take more planning than random matches, but they are not typically complex patterns.
Sweating copper pipe is a term used to describe the soldering of copper pipe.
A piece of cloth that is coated in a sticky (tacky) substance so that dust and particles stick to it. Tack cloths are used to remove any debris before painting or sealing a project.
The tank bolts that connect the bottom of the tank to the toilet base, and each bolt has a rubber gasket between the bolt head and the tank to stop water from leaking. The spud washer seals the gap between the flush valve and bowl.
The tankball lifts out of the drain when the flush handle is moved, allowing the tank to fill with water. It should settle back into place with the water level is restored.
The tankball rod controls the tankball which controls the water flow in the toilet tank.
A tapestry is a fabric that has a pattern created by weaving or by needlepoint.
A pole that attaches to short-handled tools like paint rollers. The pole allows the handle to be extended to the desired length.
A television mirror is a type of surface, on a television screen, that converts to a standard mirror when the television is not turned on.
Like a dye lot, the tile run is the batch of tiles that was manufactured at a specific time. The color and pattern can vary slightly between tile runs.
To toenail a shingle means to drive the roofing nails at an angle.
A toggle bolt has a mechanism that folds up so that it can be pushed through a regular drill hole, but when it is fastened the toggle opens up to clamp to the back side of the wall.
A fabric with a solid background and pastoral scenes printed in a solid color.
Track lighting is a long flexible mount that attaches to a single ceiling box and allows you to mount and direct lighting multiple fixtures exactly where you want it.
The 18th century style is created by combining fabrics and patterns that would have been available at the time.
The horizontal board on the top of a step.
Trim is an umbrella term for any kind of finish strip applied around openings to conceal surface or angle joints and raw edges where drywall meets doorways, windows, floors, and ceilings.
A trowel is a tool used for applying mortar.
TSP (tri-sodium phosphate) is an alkaline cleaning material. TSP-PF is a phosphate-free version.
A tube cutter is a tool for cutting pipe.
Tuckpointing is the process of repairing the mortar on a brick wall.
Is a form of mineral solvent used for cleaning and breaking down oil-based products.
A form of filler that activates when you combine the two materials together creating a hard finish.
Type K is a thicker type of rigid copper pipe and is used in outdoor and drain applications.
Type L is a thicker type of rigid copper pipe and is used in outdoor and drain applications.
Type M is the thinnest type of rigid copper pipe, but it is strong enough for most homes.
The usable yield is the amount of wallpaper that will actually go on the wall. The type and size of pattern repeat reduces the amount of wallpaper that you can actually use.
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All creation is the doings of God's hands, no matter how he did it. When I look at a painting, I can connect somehow with the painter, and the same goes with the universe and God.
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All creation is the doings of God's hands, no matter how he did it. When I look at a painting, I can connect somehow with the painter, and the same goes with the universe and God.
Conflicts, collisions, and comets are the theme in this week's Saturday Science Links.
Does the human race all descend from two individuals? Genomic science says no, but it doesn't rule out the possibility that Adam and Eve were still historic persons.
The one thing on which the entire Genesis debate hinges is whether we acknowledge the role played by hermeneutics.
From 2012: The entire BioLogos community would like to thank Dr. Keathley not only for his work in writing his introductory essay, but for his willingness to organize a small collection of essays by other Southern Baptist scholars describing their concerns about the BioLogos perspective. We welcome this opportunity to clarify our positions and remove stumbling blocks where possible.
John Calvin really believed that the sun revolved around the earth, but we shouldn't dismiss the rest of his theology because of this error.
In science news this week, read about magical nose cells, 45,000 year old thigh bones, and the weirdest looking dinosaur ever.
Written by BioLogos Fellow of Biology Dennis Venema, this series of posts is intended as a basic introduction to the science of evolution for non-specialists.
In this video originally featured in March of 2012, Dr. David Finch, a biologist at New York University, discusses his thoughts on both Creationism and the effects of "new atheists" like Richard Dawkins.
If discussions of science and religion sometimes get bogged down in Genesis, perhaps that is because they have not made the preparatory journey through the rich material of the Wisdom books.
"We should be slow to accuse another of discarding the authority of Scripture, and therefore denouncing them, just because they interpret Scripture differently than we do."
But what I heard on Sundays did not seem to fit with what I experienced of the world the rest of the week. Growing up in New Mexico in the cottonwood bosque of the Rio Grande valley provided everything for a kid to become a biologist. I roamed along the river, cooked over cottonwood fires, ate wild asparagus, watched clouds form thunderheads over the distant peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
News about the Ebola outbreak and initiatives in genomic medicine lead our news roundup this week, with a collection of research and learning opportunities in biology and at the science/faith border to follow.
It is important to know what we should not expect from the Bible. But my fear is that we leave it at that and neglect the role that the Bible plays in the lives of Christians here and now.
We need to hear stories from others who have wrestled with evolution and Christian faith. What arguments made them change their views on science? How did they hold fast to their relationship with God? The essays in this series will eventually comprise a book, provisionally titled, "Evolving: Evangelicals Reflect on Evolution."
For Augustine, the literal sense of scripture is not a scientific narrative of physical reality, but a liturgical and poetic narrative of God's awesome power at the dawn of history. This is a vital thread in the story of how to read Genesis.
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You can't make this stuff up folks..........................
So says Maxinne Waters:
Anyone know how many jobs there actually are in the USA??
You can't make this stuff up folks..........................
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135 million working full time I think if I remember correctly. i may be wrong though.
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What are some of these long commutes? Hagerstown, Md. to D.C. is one that comes to mind. And then there are the folks who live in Maryland and work in Virginia.
I once had a commute that was 63 miles one way from Germantown, Md. to Chantilly, Va. On a good day this commute would take at least an hour and a half. You don't want to know what this commute was like on a bad day.
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CNNMoney.com listed some great ideas for coping with commutes from hell.
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Water survival SkillsBy eugenie.pepper on 4/01/2012 9:12:41 AM
Teaching kids water survival skills is a must - it is the best thing we have done.
Great Swim School.By hkettlewell on 14/11/2011 1:41:07 PM
We used KASS for my 3 year old son, who although attending 'normal' swimming lessons was not competent in the water. As we spend a lot of time near water at beaches, near rivers and have a pool in our back garden I was looking for something to improve his abilities to help save himself if the situation arose. We found this in KASS - Rachelle was friendly, helpful and infor (...) Read more
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I searched high and low for a survival school for my daughter 5 years ago, and upon finding KASS I enrolled her straight away. Its amazing to watch your child learn in such a short period to "Survive" in the water. I enrolled my son when he turned 2 shortly after. Since then my children have such confidence in the water and also attend KASS stroke lessons, once a week. I c (...) Read more
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With an over confident 2 year old son who didn't enjoy the mum & bubs style swimming lessons the one on one KASS lessons were perfect for us. After a few weeks my son loved going & would get so excited about his daily swimming lesson. I was totaly amazed at how quickly my son was able to float, roll and get himself to the edge (totally clothed too). I have just now put my (...) Read more
A matter of life or DeathBy rosemary.psaila on 8/11/2011 5:00:49 PM
I have been going to Kass for about 3-4 years now and I think it is the most amazing survival course any parent needs to give their children. I have seen first hand what can happen if your child falls in a body of water. This course teaches the children the skills they require to survive in the water. Richard and Rachelle do an amazing job, I would recommend KASS to any (...) Read more
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When planning a holiday to Vanuatu, we decided our 16-month-old needed to do this "water survival course" I'd heard about. I knew most children didn't start swimming lessons before they were about 4, but that's too late in my view, & I wanted to go on holiday without panicking everytime we were near a pool. I was doubtful that she'd be dog paddling to the side, or rolling (...) Read more
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After realising that my then 3 year old son was not getting anywhere with regular swimming lessons we enrolled him into the KASS Swim Float Swim program. He did great and with a new home that had a pool we felt more secure that he would survive if he fell in. Our second child is currently in the program and learning all his survival skills too. And our third will follow ne (...) Read more
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I simply cannot believe how much my two boys have learned from their lessons with Richard. Within 8 weeks they could both roll onto their backs, roll back over and then swim to the edge of the pool, and they even managed this fully dressed by the end of thier swim survival course. The Coogee pool has been undergoing renovation recently so the boys have had to temporarily (...) Read more


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ANNANDALE, Va. - When 24-year-old Caitlin Acosta of Falls Church, Va., was just 12 she reached into the family medicine cabinet and changed her life forever.
Like many 8th grade adolescents, Acosta says she was self-conscious, uncomfortable with her appearance and filled with angst.
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- Mason District Station, 6507 Columbia Pike, Annandale, Va. 22003
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- West Springfield District Station, 6140 Rolling Rd., Springfield, Va. 22152
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- Reston District Station, 12000 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston, Va. 20190
The Unified Prevention Coalition of Fairfax County, devoted to discouraging drug abuse among young people, says the cabinet clean out helps prevent drug abuse, accidental poisoning and protects the environment by preventing the medications from being flushed into waterways.
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Overnight: Budapest
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Sunday - Cruise EmbarkationEnjoy the morning at leisure, or participate in the optional tour that traces the rich Jewish heritage of Budapest. Begin with a visit to the Great Dohany Synagogue, which ranks among one of the major Jewish sights in Budapest. This Moorish-style building is Europe's largest synagogue and the second largest in the world. View the Jewish Museum, the magnificent Tree of Life and the inspiring Raoul Wallenberg Memorial. Finally, travel across town to explore the chilling Hungarian Holocaust Museum. This afternoon, transfer to the port to embark your cruise. Tonight, a gala welcome dinner sets the mood for your delightful river cruise. The ship will set sail at 10pm. Bon Voyage!
Optional: Budapest Jewish Interest Tour (AM)
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5, Monday - Bratislava City TourThis morning, enjoy the tranquil scenery as the boat sails along the scenic Danube. After lunch on board,
arrive in Bratislava, capital of Slovakia, a mix of modern and Baroque architecture. This capital city is among the
youngest in Europe, yet retains a rich history dating back more than 2000 years. Walk along the cobblestone lanes of the historic town center; view St. Martin's Cathedral, coronation site of the Kings of Hungary, the 13th century Old Town Hall and the Franciscan church. Time to explore this colorful city on your own before returning to the ship for dinner. This evening, the ship will set sail just before midnight
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Tuesday - Vienna City Tour Your morning tour of romantic Vienna introduces you to this Imperial city with its legendary opulence and elegance. Drive along the famed Ringstrasse, Vienna's main boulevard lined with with magnificent Baroque palaces, parks and monuments. View the lavish Hofburg Palace, and the impressive Vienna Opera House. Continue to majestic St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Parliament building. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure, or, join the optional tour to the magnificent Schonbrunn Palace, once summer residence of the Hapsburgs. Visit the gorgeous baroque apartments and stroll through the world-famous manicured gardens. Tonight, perhaps take the opportunity to attend an evening of Viennese culture in the "City of Music" at an optional concert performance of the classical masterpieces of Mozart and Strauss, two of Vienna's most famous citizens
Optional: Schonbrunn Palace Tour (PM)
Optional: Classical Viennese Concert (PM)
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Wednesday - Melk AbbeyThis morning, arrive in the Bavarian village of Durnstein, one of the prettiest towns on the Danube. Free time to stroll this quintessential village in the heart of the Wachau wine district. Walk along medieval cobblestone streets revealing 16th century town houses and wine taverns. Continue cruising late this morning and relax on board as the boat cruises through the scenic Wachau Valley, with lovely storybook views of vineyards, castles, hilltop ruins and monasteries. Later, disembark in Melk for a guided tour of the historic Benedictine Abbey, considered one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Europe. View the Abbot's chambers, the Kaiser's walk and the lavish library. The ship will set sail as you dine on board this evening
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8, Thursday - Afternoon in PassauToday presents a wonderful opportunity to join the optional full day tour to beautiful Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart and setting for the Sound of Music. The walking tour will include some of Salzburg's most historic sites including the Mirabella Palace, the Abbey, Salzburg Cathedral, and St. Peter's Cemetery. After lunch at a local restaurant, there will be time to discover Salzburg on your own before returning to the ship. If you choose to remain on board, the boat docks in 2500-year-old Passau in the afternoon with opportunity to explore the city independently. Well known for its pastel patrician houses, cafes, cobblestone lanes and riverfront promenade, Passau is a Bavarian town with a mix of Roman, Italian Baroque and Gothic architecture. In the early evening, all passengers will rejoin the ship and set sail for Regensburg
Optional: Full Day Tour of Salzburg
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9, Friday - Regensburg City TourArrive in Regensburg this morning, one of German's largest and best preserved medieval cities
designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guided walking tour highlights the city's stunning architecture as we view the Old Town Hall, the Dom St. Peter, and the Porta Pretoria, gateway to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Marvel at beautiful churches and one of the oldest stone bridges crossing the Danube. Return to the boat or spend the afternoon at leisure discovering the delights of Regensburg on your own. In the late afternoon, the ship will set sail for Nuremberg
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10, Saturday - Nuremberg City TourThis morning, relax on board as the ship cruises through the Main-Danube Canal. Arrive after lunch in Nuremberg, an energetic city with a visible history of almost one thousand years. Today's guided excursion begins at the historic Palace of Justice where the War Crimes Tribunal met in 1946 and continues to the vibrant Market Square where Germany's most famous Christmas Market is held. After the tour, time to stroll through the shops on your own before returning to the ship for the Captain's farewell dinner
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11, Sunday - Afternoon in PragueThis morning disembark from the river cruise. Then, drive to the "Golden City" of Prague and check-in to your hotel in the early afternoon. The rest of the day is at leisure in Prague, considered one of Europe's most attractive cities, with a historic city center recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight, mix with the locals at Wenceslas Square, shop for local handicrafts, enjoy one of the many charming cafes or dine at a world-class restaurant
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12, Monday - Prague City TourMorning tour of Prague includes a visit to the 1000-year-old Hradcany Castle grounds, former residence of the Bohemian Kings. Enjoy magnificent views of the Charles Bridge and Lesser Town below and see the elegant courtyards, St. George Basilica and the St. Vitus Cathedral. Continue to the Jewish Quarter, and the Old Town Square to view the world-famous Astronomical Clock and the Town Hall. The rest of the day is at leisure to visit the museums, galleries or wander along the banks of the Vltava River. Or, join the optional afternoon tour to Terezin, the infamous Nazi WWII concentration camp, now a memorial to those who perished
Optional: Terezin (PM)
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 13, Tuesday - Walking Tour of DresdenDepart Prague, crossing Saxony to the city of Dresden, often called the "Florence on the Elbe River."
Known for its magnificent art treasures and Baroque architecture, much of this city was destroyed during the war but has been lovingly restored to its former glory, including the Royal Palace and its museum, with treasures dating back to the 1720s. The guided walking tour includes such sites as Zwinger Palace, the Semper Opera and the signature landmark of Dresden, the Frauenkirche, the Church of Our Lady, totally rebuilt from rubble. After dinner, enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure
Overnight: Dresden
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 14, Wednesday - Berlin City TourThis morning, drive to Berlin, Germany's capital city. Upon arrival, begin the guided tour at the
Reichstag building where the German Parliament is housed since 1894. Continue to the famous Brandenburg Gate, that once represented the separation of the city between East and West Berlin. Since the Berlin Wall came down in 1989, it is now a symbol of German unity, along with Checkpoint Charlie, the controversial crossing point. Drive along elegant Unter den Linden Boulevard and the Kurfurstendam, one of the city's most famous avenues and continue past the German State Opera House and the Baroque Deutscher Dom (German Cathedral) built in the 1700s. Then, time to explore on your own. Tonight, perhaps sample some of Berlin's lively nightlife and fabulous cafes and fine restaurants
Overnight: Berlin
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 15, Thursday - Day at Leisure in BerlinA full day at leisure in Berlin for last-minute shopping, sightseeing and discovering this extraordinary city independently. An optional morning tour is available to historic Potsdam, the "City of Palaces" known as the meeting place of Roosevelt, Churchill and Stalin in 1945 for the Potsdam Conference. Explore the lovely Sanssouci Palace castle gardens and see the burial site of Frederick the Great before returning to Berlin.
Evening at leisure, on the last night of the tour
Optional: Potsdam Tour (AM)
Overnight: Berlin
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 16, Friday - Depart GermanyTransfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Police continue their investigation into a murder-suicide that happened in Delaware County. The incident took place early Wednesday morning in the Village of Franklin. Our Melissa Kakareka tells us how the community is reacting to the tragedy.
DELAWARE COUNTY, N.Y. -- Authorities remained quiet about the details surrounding the deaths of Willis and Wendy Brown Thursday. The couple was found shot inside their Main Street home in Franklin Wednesday.
"We received a call around 6:45 yesterday morning and we were on the scene in about a five minute response time and at this point, the investigation is pointing to an apparent murder-suicide," said Delaware County Undersheriff Craig DuMond.
Neighbors in Franklin say the Browns seemed like a very nice, normal couple. They have two college-aged children. Wendy worked as a financial adviser. Willis was an assistant professor of applied sciences and building technologies at SUNY Delhi. School officials are taking efforts to help students and staff. "The college has taken extraordinary efforts since yesterday morning to provide counseling efforts to deal with this very tragic incident," said SUNY Delhi Provost John Nader.
Still, students on campus say there is a sense of disbelief that an incident like this happened between the professor and his wife. "A lot of people in A-Tech are shock. I had a kid in my math class who was his advisor, so he was really shocked," said SUNY Delhi Freshman Kevin French. " I guess you don't know what happens at home, in school you think everyone's fine but you don't really know what's going on there," said SUNY Delhi Freshman Joe Hernandez. "Everybody is talking about it. They are getting through it. The teachers are very upset, it's a very close office over there, everybody knew each other and was friends," said SUNY Delhi freshman Kevin Ekelund.
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WASHINGTON - D.C. police officials have released the name of a man who died in a rowhouse fire.
Police say 42-year-old Jeffrey Nedoroscik was found unconscious Monday evening on the first floor of a building in the 1800 block of First Street NW, in the city's Bloomingdale area.
Police and fire officials say the cause of the fire is under investigation. Homicide detectives are also involved in the investigation, which is routine in cases of unexpected deaths.
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The Cannes committee has rolled out its final jury lists and there are some notable names, as expected, in the bunch. Namely, Big Fuel's founder/CCO Avi Savar will topline the Branded Content & Entertainment jury as president, Saatchi & Saatchi global digital creative director Tom Eslinger will oversee the Mobile Lions and Ivan Zacharias, director on the Stink roster, will take on the jury president role for the Cannes Film Craft Lions. Phew, thus ends our Cannes coverage, we think, until the actual fest gets underway. Check out the full jury lists after the jump.


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WTOP's David Burd reports.
FREDERICK, Md. - One former mayor is eyeing another run for the seat in Frederick, and a second says he has set himself up to run should he make that decision.
Former Mayor Jennifer Dougherty confirmed she has begun collecting signatures to be on the ballot in November, but hasn't made a final decision on whether she'll run.
"I am strongly considering a run for mayor as an unaffiliated candidate," Dougherty, who served as mayor from 2002 to 2006, said in an interview. "When 25 percent of the city's voters are blocked from the city primary and have no voice in the primary, I feel that it's worth discussing issues with them in the general election."
Dougherty, a former Democrat, said she dropped the party label six weeks ago.
"I think city politics are better with less partisanship," Dougherty said. "I've lived it, and I know from firsthand experience. Better focus on the issues, less focus on the party."
Former Mayor Jeff Holtzinger, a Republican, has said he, too, is considering another run. Residency requirements, which have come up in the past, will not be an issue, he said.
"I'll be ready to run if I make that decision," Holtzinger said during a recent interview. "I know what I think the issues are, and I know what I would run on."
If either candidate does seek the nomination, they will join a growing field of mayoral hopefuls. Delegate Galen Clagett and Alderwoman Karen Young have both announced they will seek the Democratic Party's nomination in September. Mayor Randy McClement is the only Republican to make his intentions known so far. Dougherty would be able to skip the primary and go straight to the November election as an unaffiliated candidate.
"I see it as a good way to see three options running for mayor," Dougherty said. "Based on what I've seen with 25 percent of registered voters being unaffiliated, they don't like either party. ... Having more choices is not a bad thing."
Clagett, who is set to make his formal campaign announcement Wednesday, said he had not heard that Dougherty was considering another run.
"I'll deal with whatever comes," Clagett said. "I've done that for a lot of years in politics. I'm going to run for the office, and I'm going to run full steam."
Young said her strategy won't change based on who is running or how many candidates are on the ballot.
"My strategy is focused solely on my vision for the future of Frederick and what it will take to get us there," Young said. "What are the opportunities we have that we have not taken advantage of, and what are the challenges we face that need some specific and immediate responses."
Dougherty said she has been collecting signatures on weekends the last few weeks. To qualify, she'll need signatures from at least 3 percent of registered voters. Dougherty said she's about 40 percent to that goal.
Even if Dougherty gets enough signatures, she said that does not guarantee a run.
"I'm committed to Frederick in every way, and I think I still have good ideas," Dougherty said. "The question is not whether I think I have good ideas, it's whether people who vote in Frederick think I have good ideas. This process is helping me make the ultimate decision."