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    How to Clean Up Dog Poop in 8 Easy Ways

    Cleaning up dog poop is a chore. Try these pickup and disposal methods to get the job done fast.


    Installing Chimney Flashing

    Leak-proof your chimney using this traditional, time-tested flashing method.


    This Magical Spray Will Tell Your Dog Exactly Where to Poop

    With a simple spray, you'll have your dog potty trained in no time!


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    13 Tips for Winterizing Your House Plumbing

    We all know that water expands when it freezes. That’s not a problem with the ice cubes in your freezer,...


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    How to Prep Walls for Painting

    Fix any wall before you paint to get a super-smooth finish. We'll walk you through how to prep walls for...


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    12 Tips for Water Damage Repair

    Once you've shut down the water source and electricity, you may be staring at puddles and wondering, "What now?" Now...


    Why You Should Avoid the Ceramic 3D Tile Trend

    Why You Should Avoid the 3D Tile Trend


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    How to Trim the Bottom of a Door

    This is the best way to cut off a door bottom without splintering the wood.

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    How to Remove Caulk From the Tub

    Apply a caulk remover to simplify the job of removing old caulk from joints. It loosens the caulk so you...


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    How to Reface Kitchen Cabinets

    Get the look of new cabinets in one weekend for one-third the cost!


    Radon Gas Remediation: The Best Radon Mitigation Systems

    Radon gas moves from the soil into a home directly through pores in concrete and gaps in walls and floors....


    Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Use Salt on Concrete

    You really need to avoid those ice melters! Here's why.


    How to Build an Entryway Coat Rack and Storage Bench

    If your entryway is littered with shoes and jackets, purses and book bags,...


    The Best 20 Ways to Attract Winter Birds

    Attracting birds in winter is easier than you might think! The most straightforward way to attract winter birds is to...


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    Cut Off Rusty Bolts

    Inexpensive cutoff tool saves the day.


    Concrete Sealer: Protect Your Driveway

    The cause of 'spalling' or 'scaling' concrete is simple.


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    Want Shiny Hardwood Floors? Here’s How to Rejuvenate Them

    If your hardwood floors are looking tired and dull, there's an easy way to bring them back to life. A...

    How to Make a Cutting Board

    An eye-catching project made from wood scraps!


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    How to Pour a Concrete Sidewalk

    Pour a smooth, durable and crack-free concrete walkway.


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    How to Tape Drywall

    A color-coded guide to putting up flat, smooth, perfect walls.


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    You Need to Do This Before Using a New Paint Roller Cover

    Prior to using your brand new cover, you need to condition it. To do this, you'll want to place the...


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    A Quick Hack for Removing Staples From Wood

    Learn how to remove staples from wood for all of your DIY projects.


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    Modular Workbench

    Five foldout features make this bench a perfect project for even small shop spaces.

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    Drywall Butt Joints Made Easy

    Techniques to avoid having to feather out butt joints.


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    Make a Perfect Miter Joint

    Take your woodworking up a notch with these great tips.


    How to Build a Cupola

    Decoration, ventilation and a hangout for your rooster!


    A Heated Driveway: Is It Actually Worth It?

    Have you considered a heated driveway? Radiant heating slabs have been around for decades and have been growing in popularity...


    How To Trim a Window

    You don't even need a tape measure for perfect window casings!


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    How to Install In-Floor Radiant Heat

    In-floor heat is easy to install and cheap to operate, and your feet will love it!