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    Wiring

    Conquer your fear of working with electrical wiring BY understanding the basics of electrical work and installing 3-switch wiring.

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    10 Electrical Wire Colors and What They Actually Mean

    Need to do some electrical work, but don't know what those wire colors mean? Here's what you need to know about the colorful world of electrical wire in the U.S.

    18 Tips For Working With Self-Leveling Underlayment

    We’ll show you the step-by-step process to achieve a perfectly flat and level underlayment that’s...

    12 Tips for Easier Home Electrical Wiring

    Even if you have years of wiring experience, there are always a few tricks you...
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    Electrical Wiring: How to Run Power Anywhere

    The easiest way to bring electricity to a shed, garden or lamppost
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    Vintage Family Handyman Feature from 1987: Landline Phone Installation

    The first issue of Family Handyman was published in 1951, so this year marks our...
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    The 10 Most Common National Electric Code Violations

    Many problems stem from new additions to the National Electrical Code (NEC), while some common...

    How to Make Safe Wire Connections

    With the right wire nut connectors and terminals, it's fairly easy to make safe, strong...
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    How to Rough-In Electrical Wiring

    Do-it-yourself guide with professional techniques for a safe wiring job.
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    How to Replace a Light Fixture

    Replace a light fixture without the hassle with these electrical tips from veteran pros.
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    How to Bury Underground Cable

    We break down four options for underground wiring. Here's what you need to know.
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    Should You Do Your Own Electrical Work?

    Handy homeowners do electrical work all the time. With the right tools and knowledge, you...

    13 ‘Cutting Edge’ Table Saw Tips

    Straight from top pro woodworkers—ultra-clever tips for getting the most from your table saw.
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    27 Top Tips for Wiring Switches and Outlets Yourself

    Play it smart and stay safe when wiring outlets and switches
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    How to Hide Wiring: Speaker and Low-Voltage Wire

    Ways to hide speaker, telephone, thermostat and other types of low-voltage wiring

    How to Connect Old Wiring to a New Light Fixture

    Mount an electrical box in a plaster wall

    How to Install Surface-Mounted Wiring and Conduit

    With metal conduit, you can run power almost anywhere. We'll show you how to do...

    Cable and Telephone Wiring

    Upgrade communications wiring and hardware for better reception with less interference.

    Home Automation DIY System

    Switch anything from anywhere

    What You Should Do with Crowded Electrical Boxes

    Double the box size without destroying the wall.

    Use a Surge Protector for Electronic Devices

    Surge protectors are a must

    Tips for Coaxial Cable Wiring

    In today's information age, a massive amount of information is being pushed through our coaxial...

    How to Successfully Move Electrical Boxes

    Extension rings will do the trick

    Installing Communication Wiring

    Installing Cat-5 and coaxial cable for Internet, computer, telephone and other uses.