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October 23rd, 2009 — Book Review, Handy Man
When it comes to home repair, one of the most trusted names has to be the Stanley Company. They make what many consider to be the best tools, and when you see that yellow and black label, you immediately know you can count on it. This branding has served them well for years, and when [...]
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Using Home Improvement Centers Effectively Home improvement centers are all over the place these days. Even if you don’t contract them to do any work at your house, chances are very good that you are going to end up purchasing at least some of your raw materials from them. Depending on where in the country...... -
Book Review: No-Fear Home Improvement: 100 Projects Anyone Can Do by Creative Homeowners The Creative Homeowner is one of today’s hottest resources for home improvement and this latest book produced by their editors addresses one of the biggest concerns that homeowners have. They want to start making improvements around their home, but they are too worried that they may mess something up. Considering...... -
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...... -
The Official Rent-A-Husband Guide to a Safe, Problem-Free Home: Quick, Easy, and Effective Solutions for Do-It-Yourselfer Improvements and Repairs The company was founded by Kaile Warren Jr, who at the time had a car accident. It left him nearly homeless, sleeping on the couches of his friends whenever possible. It was at this low point that at he decided to start his rent a husband business. In 1996, a...... -
What Does Your Home’s Curb Appeal Say? Whether you are selling your home, or you just want it to look its best, curb appeal is something that must be focused on. You can add quite a bit of value to your home with just a few simple fixes, but before you start, it is important to think......
Continue reading → The Stanley Complete Step-by-Step Revised Book of Home Repair and Improvement By The Stanley Company
October 22nd, 2009 — Curb Appeal, Fix, Handy Man, Repair, fence
There are a number of different reasons why you might find yourself needing to repair a gate. Troubleshooting what is actually going on with the gate is typically going to let you know what needs to be done in order to repair the problem. If you have a sagging gate, then the culprit may be [...]
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Mastering the Art of Stair Repair Broken or loose stairs are not only unsightly, but they can also be incredibly dangerous. Repairing stairs doesn’t have to be difficult and unless they need a total replacement, you should be able to take care of it with just some basic tools. To get started, you’ll need to have...... -
Screws and Screwdrivers 103 Having the right screwdriver on you can make most screwing jobs a lot simpler. A basic set of screwdrivers should include four standard slot tip screw drivers and four standard cross tip or Phillips screwdrivers, each with a different shaft length and a different blade size. Larger sets may contain...... -
Choose the Right Roof Venting Roof venting is a topic homeowners don't spend time much time on, like which wallpaper to use and how to tear out a wall between rooms to make more space. But because adequate roof venting can help prevent problems with moisture in your attic and structural damage to your roof...... -
It Might Be Time to Consider DIY for Home Improvement When insurance deductibles become so high that it becomes impossible to make claims to repair blown down fences and make routine home improvements, or when the waiting list for contractor help becomes impossibly long, it might be time to consider getting things done yourself. In the age of big box...... -
Why Bother with Basement Renovations? For some people, basement renovations are something complicated by problems with water or because their basements are little more than dirt cellars. For homes that have the potential, however, basement renovations can greatly improve a house. Adding a room to your home is a significant expense. But renovating the basement,......
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September 27th, 2009 — Clean, Doors, Handy Man, Refresh, Repair, Replace
Interior doors are usually not made of the best materials, and even the nicest homes may have simple hollow core doors. Since these doors are in high use areas, they can frequently have issues, such as hinge wear, and even in many cases, holes where something fell against it. If your interior doors have seen [...]
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Closing Down a House for the Winter Whether you have a vacation home that will not be in use for the winter, or you will be gone from your home for an extended period of time this season, it is a good idea to properly close up your home for the winter. This is not difficult and...... -
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...... -
Refacing Kitchen Cabinets: New Cabinets on a Budget Replacing kitchen cabinets can cost at least a few thousand dollars, but refacing kitchen cabinets can cost a great deal less. Refacing kitchen cabinets is a great option when you can't or don't want to refinish. If your cabinets aren't wood, you can't simply refinish them. And if the doors...... -
How to Install New Locks in Your Doors If you need to install new locks on your doors, there's no need to call in a locksmith if you've got some basic DIY experience and you're pretty handy. Today's locks make it very easy to change them out and you won't need many tools to get the job done....... -
6 Ways to Childproof Your Home 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......
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September 15th, 2009 — Aesthetics, Handy Man, Project, Windows
If you’re dealing with a lot of windows in your home and you are worried about keeping it cool inside, one of the best solutions is interior shutters. They will cost more than drapes, but they are easier to clean and much more permanent. The look of interior shutters can be customized to your individual [...]
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Choosing a New Flooring One of the easiest ways to dramatically change a room is by adding new flooring. Although in the past, many of us drifted towards plush carpeting, if you’re planning on selling your home, it’s time to do some rethinking. Any more, thick carpeting is associated with the 80’s and really...... -
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...... -
How to Convert Your Garage When it comes to adding on to your home, one of the most logical places to start if you are on a tight budget is your garage. It’s already there and if it is connected to your house, you’ve already got an extra room right at your disposal. However, there...... -
6 Tips for Getting Your Lawn Ready for Winter Even though you may be done with mowing for the year, that doesn’t mean that your lawn doesn’t need more attention before winter strikes. Whether you live in a warm climate or a cold one, by taking the time to take care of your lawn before winter comes, you can...... -
How to Get Your Home Ready for Winter Winter may be a few months away, but now is a great time to start getting ready for it. With energy prices on the rise, it is important to find ways to cut costs and reduce the amount of energy you use in the winter. Let’s go over a few......
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September 5th, 2009 — Doors, Handy Man, Install
Doors are something in our homes that we often take for granted. On the surface they are fairly simple, but as with most things in the home they’re a lot more difficult to deal with when you’re doing it yourself. Below you’ll find some door installation instructions to help you install or replace that tricky [...]
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Kitchen Cabinet Remodeling: Refinish or Reface? Instead of replacing your kitchen cabinetry when you redo your kitchen, you can save money and hassle by cabinet remodeling instead. Rather than the need to remove the old cabinets and install new ones (or pay someone to do it) you can opt to either refinish or reface your cabinets....... -
How to Install New Locks in Your Doors If you need to install new locks on your doors, there's no need to call in a locksmith if you've got some basic DIY experience and you're pretty handy. Today's locks make it very easy to change them out and you won't need many tools to get the job done....... -
Ceiling Fan Installation Do-it-yourself ceiling fan installation can save you money both on the installation and your home's heating and cooling costs. While running the fan in the summer can cool a room and give your air conditioner a break, running a ceiling fan on low in the winter can help distribute warm...... -
DIY Home Flooring Repairs Methods by which floors are repaired depend entirely on the type of floor you currently have. Factors like the type of floor, and damage severity are important points to consider for repairs. Repairing Ceramic Tile Nothing ruins a kitchen or bathroom floor like a chipped or cracked tile. Luckily, ceramic...... -
6 Ways to Childproof Your Home 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......
Continue reading → Door Installation Instructions for Knocked-Down Pre-Hung Doors
August 19th, 2009 — Cabinets, Fix, Handy Man, Kitchen, Repair
In the kitchen, one of the biggest points for decor in the kitchen are the kitchen cabinets. The cabinets in a home are meant to last for the life of your home. However, there are things that are unexpected which can cause damage to your cabinets, their doors, hinges, drawer slides, and more. When something [...]
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How to Replace a Window Replacing your windows can bring numerous benefits to your home. Not only will they look nicer and add value to your property, but you can also gain significant energy savings. Most new windows are now heat and cold efficient and will greatly reduce the amount of drafts coming in as...... -
DIY Home Flooring Repairs Methods by which floors are repaired depend entirely on the type of floor you currently have. Factors like the type of floor, and damage severity are important points to consider for repairs. Repairing Ceramic Tile Nothing ruins a kitchen or bathroom floor like a chipped or cracked tile. Luckily, ceramic...... -
Fix it or Replace it When you Can't Get By When it comes to major household appliances, they are a large investment that is needed to function. Major brands of refrigerators can cost thousands, and unless you never eat in or have anything that is refrigerated, then you need a refrigerator. When a household appliance does break down, then you...... -
Fixing a Leaky Faucet At best, a leaking faucet is more than capable of being annoying. At worst, a leaking faucet is capable of being extremely wasteful. The sound of water as it continuously drips into a sink can be completely maddening over time. Luckily, the fix required for repairing a leaky faucet is...... -
10 Most Common Mistakes of DIY'ers Every year, thousand of homeowners pick up their tools and go to work on their homes. Unfortunately, many are not prepared for the projects they are facing and they may end up causing more damage. Here are the top ten mistakes that DIY'ers make when fixing or renovating their home.......
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