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    9 Things Carpenters Always Do Working On Their Homes

    Ever wonder what practices, principles, tools and materials pro carpenters can't live without? Discover nine of them so you can...


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    Which Floor Wax, Polish or Sealant Is Right for the Floors In Your Home?

    Don't make the wrong choice! Find the best floor wax, polish, sealant or cleaning solution depending on the type of...


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    How to Clean a Chimney

    Cleaning tips for a wood-burning fireplace chimney.


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    What You Need to Know About Your Septic System’s Drainfield

    Knowing how to care for and maintain your drainfield will keep your entire septic system running properly.


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    The Best Colors for Small Bathrooms

    These are the top paint color choices for making a small bathroom look bigger.


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    How to Fix a Leaking Shutoff Valve

    Fix a leaking shutoff valve and save yourself the cost of a visit from the plumber.


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    9 New Paint Colors and Trends in 2022

    Is it time to repaint your house? Here are the top up-and-coming trends recommended by industry pros.


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    How to Spray Paint Kitchen Cabinets

    Get a pro-quality look with a DIY budget

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    How To Remove Rust from Metal

    Learn three ways how to remove rust from metal and two ways to prevent rust from coming back


    How to Connect Gas Pipe Lines

    Use the correct fittings for a safe gas hook-up


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    How to Choose and Use Primer

    Solve common paint coverage problems with these expert tips for choosing and using primer


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    6 Things Professional Plumbers Never Do in Their Own Homes

    Taking good care of the plumbing in your home is important to say the least, and that includes knowing what...


    Things You Should Never Do With Power Strips

    Our lives depend on electricity, and we never seem to have enough places to plug in. Use power strips safely...


    How Do You Know When to Replace Circular Saw Blades?

    Has your circular saw been struggling to cut lately? Here's how to tell when your saw blade is dull and...


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    17 Most Common Carpentry Mistakes Beginners Make

    We talked to a pro to learn the most common mistakes made by carpentry beginners to help you bend the...


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    How to Build an Easy DIY Folding Table

    Build a solid, durable folding table in a day.


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    How to Fix a Cracked Window

    The keys to success here are a good putty knife and a quality glazing compound.

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    DIY Shaker Cabinet Doors

    A table saw is all you need!


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    9 Bathroom Plumbing Mistakes to Avoid

    Getting ready to fix a toilet, shower or sink? Then it's the perfect time to acquaint yourself with these common...


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    How to Remove Paint from Concrete and Other Stains

    Remove oil and grease stains from concrete using TSP and other cleaners.


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    What’s the Difference Between Ice Melt and Rock Salt?

    If you live in area where winter means lots of slippery ice, learning when and how to use ice melt...


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    7 Things Professional Electricians Never Do in Their Own Homes

    Getting ready to embark on some DIY electrical work? Think safety first and dodge these common mishaps pro electricians know...


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    How to Use a Drain Bladder to Blast Any Sink Clog

    Learn how to use a drain bladder to quickly, easily and affordably clear the toughest sink clogs.

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    How to Stain Wood

    Get a perfect finish on even hard-to-stain woods like cherry and pine


    Interior Trim Work Basics

    All the trim basics from start to finish, plus a clever way to get those miters tight


    How To Build a Shower Pan

    Learn how to DIY a custom-sized, waterproof pan for a tile shower by following these step-by-step instructions.


    5 Electrical Projects DIYers Should Not Take On

    We know our readers love to DIY, but when it comes to electrical work there are some projects better left...


    How to Use Cheap Electrical Testers and Voltage Detectors

    Every DIYer should have these three inexpensive electrical testing devices. They're handy even when you aren't doing electrical work.


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    10 Most Common Flooring Installation Mistakes

    Seasoned installers call out common shortcomings when installing flooring of all kinds.