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Weekend Projects
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Floor Fix
Wondering whether you can install new carpet to update a room in your house? Want to fix the squeaky floor while you're at it? If...
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Breakfast Bar DIY
The first thing we will have to do is locate the studs on the wall underneath the bar to install the brackets. We will use...
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Replacing a Porch Roof
You know, a whole lot of decks and patios and maybe some houses have what looks like a flat roof. Actually, this is one of...
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Installing a Safe
Personal safes are fireproof boxes that lock either by using a key or with a combination lock. Use them to protect valuable items, such as...
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Base Trim
Base molding runs along the floor and adds a polished, finished look to any room. Base floor trim is installed after doorway trim and is...
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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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