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Weekend Projects
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Laying Sod
Materials needed:- Sod (Measure your area for square footage before ordering your sod. If sod is going to sit for more than 36 hours, be...
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Shingles
Shingles form the outer layer of a three-part system designed to protect the house from Sun, rain and wind. This outer layer of the roof...
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Locksets
THE KEY TO SECURITYThe obvious purpose of any lock is to keep unwanted people out, but the kind of lock you buy depends on where...
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Lighting and Switch Choices
Lighting can make a big difference in how you feel about your home. It helps you performs tasks more easily, makes you feels safer and...
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Decks and Your Choices
A deck will provide you with countless hours of safe, carefree outdoor fun and relaxation, but the planning process is very serious business, since building...
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Quick Tips
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Wallpaper Boarder
Tools:Chosen boarder and wallpaper hanging kitFraming SquareUtility knifeSeam roller
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Tub Spout Turner
Tools:Wooden dowelSoft Cloth
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Fence Posts
Tools:Framing squareMarkerHand Saw (or circular saw)Eye Protection
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Pipe Repairs
Tools:BucketOption 1Piece of a rubber hoseHose clampsScrewdriverOption 2Rubber patchWood splitsClamps (don't over tighten)
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Glue Spreader
Are you looking for a neat way to quickly spread glue on a pretty large surface? Here's a quick tip for you.A notched plastic trowel...
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Concrete Stains
Don't let those grease and oil stains on your concrete floor just sit there. Here's a quick tip for removing them quick and easy.First, you...
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Touch Up Bottle
Any empty (clean and dry) squeeze bottle can be used to store left over paint for touch ups. Set up a drop cloth or use...
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Wiring Outlets
Tools:Screw DriverNeedle nose pliers Optional:Outlet tester (to make sure power is out) or use a lampWire Strippers
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Cardboard Hinges
Usually, a door sticks because it's sagging in the opening and rubbing against the frame, but here are some quick tips for finding the problem...
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Finishing Nails
When driving in small finishing nails and brads, it's almost impossible not to hit your fingers as you make the first few strikes. Next time,...
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