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Weekend Projects
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Attic Space Tips
Tired of renting a storage space for all those things you can’t bear to throw away? An attic can provide a wealth of storage space...
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Window Restoration
Because window stools sit close to the floor and jut out from the wall they are subject to all sorts of abuse. Rain, falling objects,...
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Shower Door
In most homes, the master bathroom has the glass shower doors while the guest or children’s bathroom has only a bathtub. That means if you...
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Garage Shelving Build
If you’re like most people, your garage could use a little bit of a spring cleanup no matter what time of year it is!To make...
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Window A/C
Independent air conditioners are typically installed in existing window frames. But if you’d like more flexibility about where to place your new unit, consider a...
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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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