Sunday, March 31, 2019

How to Make a Cupcake Pan Organizer

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Here's how to make a space-saving organizer from a cupcake pan.

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Friday, March 29, 2019

All About Decks: From Wood to Composite

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Relaxing on your deck is a great way to unwind — but you can’t enjoy it if it’s ugly, dirty or has a lot of rotted wood. Did you know there’s an alternative to the traditional wood deck? Composite decking is a durable, longer-lasting alternative to wood decking. Learn all about decks, including composite decking, […]

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DIY: How To Update Old Ceiling Tile

Thursday, March 28, 2019

This Blower Has All the Power You Need

This Blower Has All the Power You Need
The Toro PowerJet F700 Electric Leaf Blower has the highest CFM rating of any corded blower.

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Wednesday, March 27, 2019

How to Fortify Your Roof with MyStrongHome

How to Fortify Your Roof with MyStrongHome
A great way to better protect your family is with a fortified roof from MyStrongHome. A fortified roof can save you up to 48% on your insurance premiums, and with MyStrongHome the future savings can help cover the cost of your new roof. MyStrongHome supports their clients every step of the way from financing to […]

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Slabbing With My Bandsaw Mill

Tuesday, March 26, 2019

How to Avoid Costly Home Renovation Mistakes

How to Avoid Costly Home Renovation Mistakes
Renovations can be costly (with the average project ranging betweeen $2,000 and $4,000) and mistakes can be dangerous. While some projects are OK to do yourself, it’s important to know when to hire a pro — like anything requiring structural changes. And even if you tackle the project alone, you need to know what’s behind […]

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Sunday, March 24, 2019

The Simple Way to Sand Round Objects

The Simple Way to Sand Round Objects
Sanding isn't typically that difficult when you've got a flat surface because the sanding pad or sandpaper you're using is also flat. It becomes a little more difficult when you're working with a round surface. Slightly modify your technique and it's no problem.

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Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Building A Giant Bandsaw Mill – Bringing It All Together

How to Capture Dust During Sanding

How to Capture Dust During Sanding
Sanding can create a lot of dust, making a big mess in your home or shop. To reduce airborne dust when sanding, tape a standard HVAC air filter to the intake side of a portable box fan. Watch this video to find out more.

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Tuesday, March 19, 2019

How to Protect Wood from Clamp Damage

How to Protect Wood from Clamp Damage
This simple modification will prevent clamps from damaging wood.

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Monday, March 18, 2019

How to Clean Circular Saw Blades

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Circular saw blades need dental care, too! Here's a simple way to clean them for top performance.

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How to Replace a Wrought Iron Porch Column with a Fiberglass Column

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Watch this video to see how we replaced a wrought-iron column with a low-maintenance fiberglass one. While the column came prefinished, it can be painted a different color if desired.

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Saturday, March 16, 2019

How to Plant Trees and Shrubs on a Slope

Shrubs planted on a hillside
Planting on a slope? Take these 6 steps to ensure your landscaping grows strong.

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How to Remove Foam from a Garden Fountain

Fountain with foam.
Foam is common in fountains — but there is a solution! Here are some ways to reduce foam's formation.

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How to Install Low-Voltage Landscape Lighting

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Installing low-voltage landscape lighting in your yard isn’t hard and makes a good DIY project. Watch this video to find out how to go about it.

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Thursday, March 14, 2019

How to Correct a Crooked Board

How to Correct a Crooked Board
Here's what to do when a board has two crooked edges.

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This Ceiling Fan Makes Installation Easy

This Ceiling Fan Makes Installation Easy
Tired of complicated ceiling fan installations? This fan's blades click into place and the LED light twists in for a simple setup.

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How to Build a Window Seat Bookcase

How to Build a Window Seat Bookcase
Here's how to build a bookcase around a window to make a space more functional.

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Why You Need Proper Attic Ventilation

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Providing proper ventilation in your attic will keep your attic cooler in the summer, which can lower your air conditioner bills and make your roof last longer, and reduce condensation during the winter, which can lead to mold, mildew, or rot. Watch this video to find out more.

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How to Make a Crosscut Guide for a Circular Saw

Homemade crosscut guide jig with circular saw
Want to make perfectly square crosscuts? Use this guide — works every time!

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How to Choose a Roof for Your Home

How to Choose a Roof for Your Home
From natural materials like slate and wood to manmade products such as asphalt, sheet metal, and plastic polymers; there are more types and styles of roofing to choose from today than ever before, and each has its advantages and shortcomings. So which one is right for you? Read on to find out.

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How to Hire a Roofer for Your Home

New roofing on house roof
A new roof is a major investment that typically costs thousands of dollars; and unfortunately, roofing is an easy entry business that requires little more than a pickup, a ladder, and some basic tools. Read on to find out how to choose a good roofer for your home.

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Sunday, March 10, 2019

How to Cut Mortises for Door Hinges with a Chisel

Cutting a door hinge mortise with a chisel.
A door's hinge mortises are often cut by machine with a router and straight bit, but you can cut mortises by hand using a hammer and chisel. Here's how to do it!

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What Causes White Lines on Tomato Plants

Tomato plants tied to stake with tomatoes on them.
Do your tomato leaves have white lines on them? Wonder what causes this, and what to do about it? Then read on!

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How to Remove Molding for Reuse

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When renovating a room, the first step is to remove existing molding. If you are careful, you can take it off — without damage — for reuse later. Watch the technique!

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Saturday, March 9, 2019

How to Hack a Paint Sleeve into 3 Pieces

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You need a 3-inch paint roller for some spaces, but you don't need to purchase small paint sleeves.

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Next x Yale Lock Keeps Your Front Door Safe and Smart

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If you want to upgrade the look of your front door, keep it safe and smart, this is a nice option for you.

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We all Scream for Ice Cream!

Friday, March 8, 2019

5 Tips to Update Your Shower on a Budget

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Want to update your shower? It's not as costly as you may think.

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5 Budget Makeover Tips to Refresh Your Shower

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Want to update your shower? It's not as costly as you may think.

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Inspiration for Minimalism in Your Home

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Don't want to go 'all in' with minimalism? That's okay. Try focusing on raw materials and neutral tones in one room.

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Easy Storage for Cutting Boards and Cookie Sheets

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A standard desk organizer is great for storing flat items, like cutting boards and cookie sheets, in your kitchen for easy access. Watch this video to find out how.

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How to Remove Dents from Carpet

Indentation in carpet caused by furniture leg.
Do carpet dents drive you nuts? Do this and no one will ever know you rearranged your furniture!

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How to Remove Pet Hair from Carpet

Window squeegee and dog on carpet.
Removing dog or cat hair from carpet can be pretty difficult, especially once it becomes embedded in there — but this tool makes it easy.

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5 Tips to Keep Your Garbage Disposal Running Right

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Garbage disposals are great for getting rid of unwanted leftovers and waste; but we often take our disposal for granted until it becomes clogged or stops working altogether. Read on for some simple tips that can help extend the life of your garbage disposal and prevent clogs and jams.

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Thursday, March 7, 2019

5 Things to Know About Air Duct Cleaning

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Cleaning air ducts regularly could prevent respiratory illnesses.

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10 Edible Flowers to Grow in Your Garden

10 Edible Flowers to Grow in Your Garden
Want to wow your guests at cookouts this summer? Then try serving up your meals with edible flowers! There are many edible flowers that make great additions to your favorite recipes, from garnishes to seasonings to the main course. Read on to find out more.

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Air Duct Cleaning: Scam or Worth It?

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Duct cleaning has become popular, with commercial cleaning services popping up everywhere. But is the service worth it or just a scam?

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Tips for Storing and Wearing Safety Glasses

Tips for Storing and Wearing Safety Glasses
The most important tip is to wear your safety glasses, but after that, here are simple best practices.

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How to Add a Phone Extension

Back of phone wall jack.
Robert asks, "Can you run an extension line off an already in use phone jack to a room which may not have one?"

It’s not hard to extend a line from an existing phone jack to a new one in another room. Read more to find out how.

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8 Home Smells That Could Be Signs of Danger

8 Home Smells That Could Be Signs of Danger
Does your home have these odors? They could indicate major health hazards — and problems that are expensive to repair.

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Wednesday, March 6, 2019

How to Install a Tile Backsplash Using a Self-Adhesive Mat

How to Install a Tile Backsplash Using a Self-Adhesive Mat
Installing a tile backsplash has never been cleaner, easier or quicker!

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How to Apply Energy-Saving Window Film

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Applying window film to glass doors and windows around your home can help reduce glare, block UV rays, and reduce energy costs by reducing solar heat gain.

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How to Store Safety Equipment in Your Shop

How to Store Safety Equipment in Your Shop
This extremely simple tip will keep safety gear clean, protect glasses from scratches and make everything easy to find!

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How to Take Advantage of Wasted Space Above Kitchen Cabinets

How to Take Advantage of Wasted Space Above Kitchen Cabinets
If you’re like most homeowners, your cabinets only extend to 84 inches or 7 feet tall, which leaves a foot or more of empty space above them. There are many ways to utilize this wasted space including extending the height of new cabinets or adding a decorative galley rail above existing cabinets.

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How Your Home Affects Your Mental Health

outdated kitchen
Here's a look at the psychology of space, how people crave order in their homes and how dysfunctional design affects mental health.

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Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Beginner’s Guide to Caring for Houseplants

Houseplant on fireplace mantel.
Growing houseplants is a great way to start gardening while enhancing the beauty of your home. Like any other gardening endeavor, indoor gardens can be as simple or elaborate as you would like. Here are some general guidelines to help get you started.

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How to Make a Container Garden Display Rack

DIY stepped plant container display rack made from stair stringers.
Container gardens are a great way to grow flowers and other plants in your yard. Watch this video for an easy to make DIY display rack for plant containers using precut stair stringers.

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Monday, March 4, 2019

3 Ways to Increase Bathroom Storage Space

Danny Lipford with toilet topper cabinet.
Consider these tips to maximize the storage space in your bathroom.

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How to Remove Interior Wood Trim — In 3 Steps!

How to Remove Interior Wood Trim — In 3 Steps!
Need to remove trim? Whether you're tired of a dining room chair rail or just want a new look, removing trim is fast and easy — especially if you have the right tool!

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Sunday, March 3, 2019

How to Repair a Running Toilet

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A constantly running toilet is not only annoying, it’s a big waste of water in your home. There are two main reasons a toilet continues to run, and both are easy to fix. Watch this video to find out how.

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How to Hang a Heavy Mirror or Picture on a Wall

Installing a toggle bolt in a drywall wall.
Using a toggle bolt to hang a heavy mirror or picture is just a part of the solution. Here's Danny's trick to create a very strong wall anchor.

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How Covid-19 Affects the Housing Market in College Towns

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to major lifestyle changes. That could significantly impact the housing market in college towns, according to ...