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Freeing a Sticking Door

Freeing a Sticking Door

Doors stick when the hinges sag, when the door frame shifts, or when humidity causes the door and door frame to swell. If the door seems to be sagging within the frame, make sure the hinge screws are tight. Screws that are loose may need to have their screw holes repaired. If...

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Installing a Water Purifier

Installing a Water Purifier

The under-sink water purifier shown here mounts on the cabinet and is easy to hook up, as long as you get parts that fit your supply pipes or tubes. Hook it up to the cold-water line, so you will have good tasting water every time you turn on the cold tap.

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How To Build A Gate

How To Build A Gate

A well-built gate makes a great addition to a fence, giving easy access in and out of your yard. Match your gate with the design of your fence for a consistent finish.

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How To Reduce Home Energy Costs

How To Reduce Home Energy Costs

Reducing your household energy consumption will save you money and reduce your carbon footprint on the environment. Find tips on how to retain the heat in your home, save electricity by switching your light bulbs and much more.

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How to Patch Drywall

How to Patch Drywall

Drywall damage is a real eye sore. However, if the hole is relatively small, it can be repaired fairly easily and quickly and you won't have to replace the entire surface.

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Transferring Plants from Pots to Ground

Quick Tips: Transferring Plants from Pots to Ground

As the weather warms up, you may decide to move your plants from pots into the ground to enliven your backyard retreat.

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Renew Old Patio Furniture

Quick Tips: Renew Old Patio Furniture

Use this simple solution on your dingy patio furniture to remove stains, brighten it up and make it look as good as new.

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Protecting Doorknobs While Painting

Quick Tips: Protecting Doorknobs While Painting

Protect doorknobs from splattering paint with a very common household product that you most likely have in your kitchen drawer right now.

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Painting A Wall Evenly

Quick Tips: Painting A Wall Evenly

Add the perfect color balance using a special technique that prevents obvious stroke lines and results in more even coverage.

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How to Install a Faucet

How to Install a Faucet

Replacing a faucet is one of the simplest ways to improve the look and value of your kitchen or bathroom.

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How to Paint a Room

How to Paint a Room

Whether you're finishing a new wall or refreshing a room, a coat of paint can dramatically change the look and feel of your home. If done correctly, you'll find it's also an inexpensive way to transform an ordinary room into something extraordinary.

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How to Install Patio Stones

How to Install Patio Stones

A stone path is a great addition to your yard not only because it looks good, but because it protects your lawn from foot traffic in bad weather.

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