Alexander Hamilton, a delegate to the Constitutional Convention and major author of the Federalist papers, was the United States' first secretary of the treasury. Synopsis Alexander Hamilton was born circa January 11, 1755 or 1757 (the exact date is unknown), on the island of Nevis, British West Indies. In 1777, Hamilton became General George Washington's assistant. In 1788, he convinced New Yorkers to agree to ratify the U.S Constitution.
Avoid kitchens and bathrooms and focus on areas like mudrooms or laundry rooms.. Almost all ceramic tile can be painted, as long as it's not frequently subjected to water. For instance, you can paint tiles on the wall, floor and countertop, but avoid painting tile that lines a bathtub or shower. Frequent exposure to moisture could cause the newly applied paint to peel almost immediately.
Tub or shower wall tile preparation: 1  Apply a layer of 1/2â³ thick cement backer board to the wall studs. 2  Tape any seams and corners with fiberglass tape. 3  Apply thin-set adhesive over the fiberglass tape, and allow it to dry.  Roll a waterproofing sealer over the walls, and allow the sealer to dry.