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October 29th, 2011 — Handy Man, Tools
Here are some of the features that you should be aware of when it comes to circular saws: Electric Brakes – This is one of the features that you should be looking for when purchasing a circular saw, no questions asked. Electric brakes are capable of stopping the motor in approximately two seconds after you [...]
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Buying a Circular Saw Circular saws are excellent tools, and are perceived to be one of the most common tools that you will find within a workshop. The circular saw was originally invented back in the year 1780. The circular saw is also regularly regarded as the Skil saw or the buzz saw, but...... -
Tool Box Essentials pt 1 It does not matter where you are living, or whether you are renting or owning your home. If you have four walls as well as a roof, then you are eventually going to have something that requires repairing, installing or updating. Having the right tools makes all the difference in...... -
Choosing & Erecting a Pent Shed Selecting a pent shed is easy when you know what you're looking for, but to others it can be quite an adventure! First I would recommend researching what size pent shed you're looking for and what you can accommodate; then focus on how money to spend. Â The least expensive pent...... -
How to Install Rain Gutters Time Needed - Between 6 and 8 Hours Estimated Cost - $2 to $6 Per Linear Foot For homes in most areas throughout the country, having rain gutters and downspouts is necessary so that you can collect rainwater and carry it away from the home. Without rain gutters and downspouts,...... -
Gas Versus Electric – Which is Best? The age old question of gas appliances versus electric appliances has been revived yet again and whether or not you are considering remodeling your kitchen, replacing your furnace or trying to reduce your reliance on fossil fuels, there has never been a better time to really think this issue through.......
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October 27th, 2011 — Cabinets, Curtains, Deck, Handy Man, locks, Safety, Windows
Children are a blessing, but if you are expecting a new arrival, there are quite a few things that you will need to do to your home to make sure that it is childproof. As soon as they are able to crawl, they are able to get hurt, so it is vital to take necessary [...]
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The Complete Idiots Guide to Simple Home Repair by Judy Ostrow So many home repair books offer project tips and advice, but most fall into the rather dry reading category. There are few that you actually want to take up and read, and for the most part, these books fall into the reference only category. Judy Ostrow’s latest book, The Complete...... -
Learn How to Repair a Flooded Home After a flood, it may seem as if your home and your possessions are beyond hope, but many of those belongings can likely be repaired. With the right process, you can clean up, dry out, rebuild and reoccupy your home much sooner than you may have previously imagined. First and...... -
Proper Home Heating and Cooling Maintenance If you want to keep repairs at bay, home heating and cooling maintenance are vital. Rather than ignoring your appliances until you reach the point where they cannot be repaired, it is important that homeowners worry about consistent upkeep. A little bit of simple maintenance is usually enough to save...... -
Pre-Winter Pest Prevention As the winter months get closer, this usually means having a whole host of little non-paying tenants moving into your homes. Whether it’s mice, box elder bugs, crickets or any other type of critter, these unwanted guests can pose much more than a nuisance. In the case of mice, they...... - Gutted! By Lawrence LaRose If you’re thinking about buying an old house to restore, stop right now and buy this book. It is the absolute epitome of what you should not do, and it may even make you change your mind. Anyone interested in home improvement horror stories will love this book, and there......
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October 20th, 2011 — Bathroom, Handy Man, Install, pipes, Replace, Shower
Replacing a shower head is a task that does not require any difficult or painstaking steps. It is a matter of fact that the steps are quite simple. What is difficult for most people is the full process. There are quite a few, easy steps that if done out of order or if a step [...]
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How to Replace a Built-in Dishwasher The under counter appliances in your kitchen are not complicated to install or replace, and can easily be handled by the homeowner. All it takes is a few steps that are simple to perform. The first step in replacing a built in washer is to remove the old one. Removing...... -
Go Green and Save Money with Water Saving Shower Heads Water saving shower heads are an easy change that saves water and saves you money. Not only will you use less water overall, which is good for the planet, you'll pay for less water, and you'll heat less water which will save energy and money, too. So why doesn't everyone...... -
How to Drain Your Home's Water Pipes for Winter When winter comes around, the temperature drops and it gets to be time to bundle yourself up. Not all of your water pipes will get to enjoy the warmth of your home, so steps should be taken to ensure that the pipes do not get damaged by freezing water. If...... -
How Do I Install Under Cabinet Lighting I love my kitchen, I really do - it's just so dark over the countertops, which makes food preparation a bit dangerous. I've been looking into DIY under cabinet lighting options over the past couple of months and I think I've found a suitable option for our kitchen. Since we...... -
9 Ways to Reduce Heating Costs There are a number of techniques that you can do to reduce your heating costs. Here is a list of tips and techniques to give you the ability to reduce your heating bill. 1 - Find a warm pair of socks. Sounds silly, but feet that are cold will send......
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July 18th, 2011 — Handy Man, Tools
Wrenching Techniques – Pliers or Wrench? You should always turn a nut using a wrench. Using pliers for such a purpose is going to round out the edges of the nut, which will make it even harder for you to remove it later on. If it is absolutely necessary, you can hold the bolt using [...]
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Repairing the Tiles in Your Bathroom In this day and age, people seem to spend an ample amount of money and time working on the decoration of their bathrooms and bathroom tiles and fixtures. They spend a lot of time searching the internet so that they can find the appropriate tiles, enhancing the beauty of their...... -
Screw Extractor Guide pt 2 This is part two of a series on screw extractors. These are handy little tools that come quite in handy any time you have a screw head that has become stripped out or that has broken off, or if you have a bolt that has a head that has become...... -
A Liquid Wrench For Every Job Liquid Wrench, a company that's been in business since 1941, knows how to make products people really need and use. Their product line includes lubricants, penetrating oils and protectants for people who know that one product can't do everything. While some products on the market today are hyped as all-purpose...... -
Screw Extractor Guide When it comes to screw extractors, the old adage that good things come in very small packages is especially true. These are handy little tools that come quite in handy any time you have a screw head that has become stripped or that has broken off, or if you have...... -
Change a Lock in 5 Steps Changing out a lock tends to be a relatively simple and straight forward task that only requires a few minutes of your time. A little bit of effort can really go a long way when it comes to providing you with some much needed peace of mind. This is a......
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July 9th, 2011 — Handy Man, Tools
Reusing and Adapting Screws Renew a Screw – When you remove and reseat a Phillips head or slotted screw, the result is often a slot that has become damaged, especially when the screwdriver blade did not fit into the slot properly in the first place. If you do not have a replacement screw available, then [...]
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Hammers and Nails 101 Basic Tips for Hammers and Nails Swinging - Everyone is capable of bending a nail now and again. In order to reduce your chance of doing this, you should try to drive your nail home using the fewest possible number of hammer blows, which should never be more than three...... - Screw Extractor Guide When it comes to screw extractors, the old adage that good things come in very small packages is especially true. These are handy little tools that come quite in handy any time you have a screw head that has become stripped or that has broken off, or if you have......
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Guide to Measuring and Marking Tools pt 2 Squares - Squares are designed to be used in a way that allows them to lay out an angle that is accurate. Squares also make good accurate testing gauges for checking the angle of an existing part. The smallest square is the try square, which is used to try a...... -
Replacing Your Smoke Alarms If you have an older home, or if you aren’t quite sure how old your smoke alarms are, it’s a good time to think about replacing them. Even if you have regularly replaced your batteries in your smoke alarms, they may become less effective as they get older. Some of...... - Screw Extractor Guide pt 2 This is part two of a series on screw extractors. These are handy little tools that come quite in handy any time you have a screw head that has become stripped out or that has broken off, or if you have a bolt that has a head that has become......
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Restoring Built-Ins If your home is from the arts and crafts era, or if you have built-ins that are looking a little worn, restoring them is not as difficult as you may think. Built-ins are incredibly useful but they are often overlooked by many home owners. Here are some great tips to...... 
Bathroom Redo: Painting Ceramic Tile Painting ceramic tile is an excellent way to update a bathroom. Older bathrooms especially may have outdated colors and patterns on the walls, but on ceramic tile that's still in good shape. The idea of removing all that tile and starting with a clean slate can quickly make you decide...... 
How to Get Rid of Unsightly Sink Stains Our sinks are subjected to constant abuse and even with the most careful cleaning, stains can occur over time. The most common stains are due to hard water and they can be difficult to remove. However, there are a few easy tips that you can use to get rid of...... 
Lots of Tool Tips Another Nutty Trick Let us say that you need to remove a nut with the use of an open end wrench but the wrench is too large for the nut. When you can do is insert a coin or a washer in between the nut and the wrench. The coin...... 
