The soffit that meets the roof is one of the toughest areas to waterproof ... the mortar and install new flashing. Here are complete instructions for installing chimney flashing the right way.

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Pay special attention to small holes left by previous installations, such as satellite dishes, and patch them with flashing instead ... moisture inside the chimney. Over time, freezing moisture ...

Whether you want to take some photos (or video) of a snorkeling expedition in an exotic locale or capture images poolside, use one of the best waterproof cameras we've tested. Images, and the ...

A Victorian chimney sweep has become the youngest person to be honoured with a blue plaque. George Brewster died at the age of 11 in 1875 after being forced to enter a chimney where he became stuck.

A chimney sweep whose tragic death at the age of 11 inspired reform has become the youngest person to be honoured with a Cambridge blue plaque. George Brewster died in 1875 after tragically being ...

Other mattress pads merely provide a layer between you and your bed, but protectors made with waterproof material are necessary to prevent stains or voiding your mattress warranty. I put several ...

"We are all intrigued to see who will buy this imposing structure." A 42m-tall chimney stack in Derbyshire is set to go under the hammer and has attracted "significant interest", auctioneers say.

As you’re researching the phone’s specs, you’re probably trying to figure out the most important element that any and every smartphone should have: Is the OnePlus 13 waterproof? Let us save ...

But don’t start plonking your electronic devices into puddles thinking they’re fully waterproof. Smartphones, tablets, laptops and more all come with certain ratings. Some will be able to withstand ...

I was looking for one that would tick all my boxes: safety, comfort, not too noisy so it doesn’t rustle and wake her, 100 per cent waterproof and easy to wash and dry for repeated use.

Waterproofing is most useful for shoes made from animal hide, especially nubuck and suede, which show damage quickly — it’s “like having a shoe that’s a sponge,” says Edward Andrade of ...