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November 18th, 2009 — Aesthetics, Countertops, Design, Handy Man, Kitchen, Tile, marble
When it comes to renovating your kitchen, there are so many new options when it comes to counter tops that it can be a little intimidating to pick one. We’re going to cover some of the most popular counter top surfaces to help make that decision a lot easier. This isn’t an exhaustive list, but [...]
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Install Interior Window Shutters to Cool Your House 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...... -
Review of CLR Outdoor Furniture Cleaner CLR Outdoor Furniture Cleaner claims to be fast and easy. Supposedly you only need to wipe and rinse, as seen on TV. What it is: CLR is an instant cleaner for plastic or resin, rattan, wicker, wood, wrought iron, vinyl, PVC, and canvas furniture. On top of that it is...... -
Kitchen Storage Solutions In most homes, kitchens are the most used spaces, so it is vital to make these spaces as efficient as they possibly can be. All of the tools that you use regularly in your kitchen need to be well organized and easy to get to. Here are some kitchen storage...... -
Caulking a Bathtub in 5 Easy Steps Water can penetrate into your bathroom walls, causing expensive damage unless you take precautions to keep your bathtub properly caulked at all times. Here are the steps involved in the process: 1 - Examine the entire joint between the wall and the bathtub. Mold, mildew, caulk and soap scum should...... -
Simple Air Conditioning Cleaning Keeping your air conditioner clean is the best way to make sure it runs at its maximum capacity. Air conditioning cleaning will vary depending on the type of air conditioner you use, but all of them are relatively simple as long as you have basic tools and can follow directions......
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November 14th, 2009 — Aesthetics, Cabinets, Countertops, Flooring, Handy Man, Kitchen, Low Budget, Project, Renovate, Sink
Remodeling your kitchen can dramatically increase the value of your home. Whether you are trying to sell your home or you just want it to look nicer, there are a lot of options you can use when remodeling your kitchen. Before you get started, you’re going to want to come up with a budget and [...]
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How to Refinish Kitchen Cabinets If you choose to refinish kitchen cabinets instead of replace them, you'll save thousands of dollars on this improvement. From replacing cabinets at a cost of $3,000 to $5,000 to refinishing them for a few hundred, it's easy to see why this is a popular remodeling decision. Of course, you...... -
Establishing Remodel Cost: Home Remodeling Critical First Step Nothing ruins a fantastic remodel more quickly than exceeding the project budget. Why is this phenomenon so common in residential remodeling? Simple: Many homeowners struggle to establish a detailed budget at the appropriate time in the course of the project. Why is establishing remodel cost one of your most important...... -
4 Easy Little Touches Anyone Can Do To Their Home When it comes to home renovation, many people are under the impression that it means big projects that are costly. Actually, there are many different small and inexpensive projects that can be done that will not only make your house look great, but also increase its value. Most of these...... -
Quick and Inexpensive Kitchen Updates Everyone knows that the heart of the home can be found within the kitchen. As a result, you need to make a top priority out of turning your kitchen into a beautiful and comfortable space. Believe it or not, it does not need to be taxing or expensive for you...... -
Cheap Kitchen Makeovers If your kitchen is looking a little worse for the wear, but a huge renovation isn't in your budget, it's time to do a makeover. You can set whatever budget you'd like, but most of these tips can be achieved for less than a total of $1000, even if you......
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November 10th, 2009 — Tools
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 this endeavor. Here are the [...]
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How to Install Window Boxes Window boxes add charm to any home and they are so easy to install that anyone can do it. You're going to need to get a few things together before you get started. Your tools will include: window box brackets a level that is longer than the window box you...... -
Review of Do It Yourself Family If you'd like to get the whole family involved in your next DIY project, this book by Eric Stromer is the best place to start. Repairing and renovating your home can be a great bonding exercise with your spouse or children and this book actually makes most of the...... -
How to Install a Toilet Installing a toilet is a lot easier than you might think and just about anyone can do it. Whether your old toilet is past its usefulness or you want to add a new one to match your décor, the process is pretty easy and should only take a few hours....... - Gifts for the DIYer It can be hard to choose a gift for the person in your life who is known as a DIYer; a do it yourself individual who makes repairs themselves, tackling home projects all around the home and garage. There are many tools and supplies that the DIYer would find useful,......
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Guide to Measuring and Marking Tools pt 3 Levels - Tools that are capable of greatly decreasing the amount of labor involved in a project involve the level, for certain. Many times a level is capable of being substituted for a rule, a tape or a square. For example, if you know that your workbench surface is properly......
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October 19th, 2009 — Handy Man, Tools
Here are some of the glues that work best for certain tasks and their drying times and setting times and any important application procedures as well. Still, you should prepare to look at the label for the glue product that you choose to make sure that you are choosing the proper glue for the intended [...]
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Removing Caulk Guide If you are planning on putting down caulk, you probably have caulk that needs to be removed. Unless you are installing something brand new, there is likely caulk left behind that has to be taken care of. The following is a brief tutorial that will give you some useful tips...... -
Selecting the Right Glue pt 1 Ever since the first type of glue was ever patented, back in the 1700s, glue is a product that has been used for a variety of different purposes and on a wide variety of different products. There is a wide variety of different glue products that exist on the market...... -
Tools for the Carpenter The well versed carpenter has many tools in his possession to help with his or her trade. Without these proper tools, the carpenter can not do his task or complete their project. Those new to the hobby will want to find and buy all at once the tools that are...... -
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...... -
Installing Walkway Pavers Any home can look better when you add a nice walkway leading up to it. Luckily, just about anyone can do it on their own and it doesn't take much time. We recommend allowing around two to three days to complete your walkway, so it can be accomplished on a......
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October 16th, 2009 — Handy Man, Tools
Ever since the first type of glue was ever patented, back in the 1700s, glue is a product that has been used for a variety of different purposes and on a wide variety of different products. There is a wide variety of different glue products that exist on the market today. Knowing what type of [...]
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Judging the Home Improvement Cost of a Project One thing that you need to be aware of when it comes to dealing with home improvement is cost. You need to understand the home improvement cost of any project that you are doing because understanding this cost is integral to making sure that you are able to create a...... -
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...... -
Rookie and Beginner Woodwork Projects Just like with many other types of jobs, when it comes to woodwork projects, planning is of the utmost level of importance. Cutting wood and working with wood is always going to demand that you utilize careful planning and a step by step approach toward reaching the ultimate goal for...... -
Softwood Varieties Softwood is a type of lumber that is produced from coniferous trees. Coniferous trees are trees that have needles and cones, such as evergreen species of trees. Examples of the softwood species of trees include redwood, pine, spruce, fir and hemlock. The main source of softwood lumber is spruce, fir...... - Tools to Have on Hand The best way to save money around the home is to tackle the home repair items yourself. Large jobs may be better suited for professionals, but there are plenty of tasks that can be tackled. The best way to be prepared is to have a well equipped tool chest. However,......
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October 15th, 2009 — Handy Man, Tools
Here are some tips for getting the most out of your use of epoxy.
How much material needs to be purchased? – A single gallon worth of epoxy is going to be capable of covering 12.8 feet square with a 1/8 inch thickness, or 6.4 feet square with a 1/4 inch thickness.
How much temperature is epoxy [...]
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How to Stain Concrete Concrete normally comes in one color – grey – and after awhile, it can get pretty boring looking at the same old thing. If you want to increase the curb appeal of your home, or you just want something new to look at, staining concrete is one of the easiest...... - Review of CLR Outdoor Furniture Cleaner CLR Outdoor Furniture Cleaner claims to be fast and easy. Supposedly you only need to wipe and rinse, as seen on TV. What it is: CLR is an instant cleaner for plastic or resin, rattan, wicker, wood, wrought iron, vinyl, PVC, and canvas furniture. On top of that it is......
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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...... -
How to Update Bathroom Cabinetry Whether you have only a little bathroom cabinetry or a large vanity and other cabinets throughout the room, updating the cabinetry can refresh your bathroom in the absence of a total remodel. Bathroom cabinets can start looking worn prematurely, usually much faster than kitchen cabinets, because of all the moisture...... - 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......
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August 19th, 2009 — Handy Man, Tools
Levels – Tools that are capable of greatly decreasing the amount of labor involved in a project involve the level, for certain. Many times a level is capable of being substituted for a rule, a tape or a square. For example, if you know that your workbench surface is properly level, then you can check [...]
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Which Woodworking Power Tools you Need It can become extremely easy for someone like you to get confused by the incredible number of different tools that are out there for a myriad of purposes, including woodworking power tools which are designed to specifically suit the needs of people that work with wood. If you are brand...... -
Ladder Safety and Use Guide Even people who have been in the business for many years sometimes allow their common sense to get away from them when it comes to ladder safety and proper usage of a ladder. Sometimes people become more concerned with getting a job done for the sake of speed without spending...... -
Fixing Warped Floors Warped flooring is a major problem for many homeowners. First, it is typically caused by water damage, and can be indicative of a major leak, but it can also be caused by excessive wear, poor original materials or even chance. Warped floors are a bit of a hazard around the...... -
The Basics of Drilling Hold the drill properly! If you want to drill a much straighter hole and to avoid breaking your drill bits, you need to hold the drill in such a way that the force you are exerting is going to help you push the bit directly straight into the wall. You...... -
Guide to Measuring and Marking Tools pt 1 Measuring tools are any devices that are designed to measure the height, the width, the length or the levelness. Layout tools are instruments that are used to create circles, angles, lines or to mark work pieces. Tools that the home mechanic may use will include tapes, rulers, squares, levels, dividers,......
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July 31st, 2009 — Clean, Handy Man, Mold, Safety
Mold is a serious problem for many homes, especially those in humid climates. However, some areas of your home are going to be more likely to have mold, even if you live in the middle of a dry desert. Here are some tips on how to make sure that you don’t get mold, and [...]
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Making the Home More Accessible When you start having to live with a family member and close person in your life, you find your perception of everything around you shifts, especially if your loved one is mobility impaired. You could be looking at the sidewalk, intersection, storefront, many differing places whose accessibility is poor. While...... -
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...... -
Tankless Water Heaters: Cost Effective, Environmentally Friendly Devices. It is a problem that has happened to all of us. You go in for a hot shower, only to find that there is no more hot water. You have come to the decision it is time to replace you hot water heater with one that has more capacity. The...... -
7 Ways to Keep Your Workplace Safe Whenever you're fixing anything around your home, it's easy to let clutter take over and pretty soon, your workspace is not only crowded, but it's potentially unsafe. The key to doing things yourself the right way is safety. Let's go over some tips on how to keep your work area...... -
How to Install a Permanent Water Filter No matter where you live, there is a chance that you may be dealing with some contaminants in your water. Many of us have trace amounts of lead in our drinking water and this can be harmful to your health over time. It is a good idea to have your......
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