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    How To Open a Stuck Drawer

    A light cleaning and lubrication makes an amazing difference


    How to Clean Soffit Vents

    The best way to clean soffit vents is with compressed air


    High-Quality Paint

    Avoid the cheap stuff: good paint lasts longer and covers better


    Bad TV Reception? Here’s One Fix

    New coax connections can make a big difference


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    How to Remove Stuck Nails: Hammer Tips

    Stubborn nail got you stumped? Try these tricks for pulling the toughest nails.


    Repair Damaged Nuts and Bolts

    Restore stripped threads quickly with a rethreading kit


    Fix a Leaky Shutoff With a Supply Valve Piggyback

    An easy alternative to shutting off the main water supply


    How to Install Tile Backer Board on a Wood Subfloor

    Fight seasonal wood movement with a beefy base

    How to Reset a Loose Brick

    A simple repair can save a whole brick wall


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    How to Use a Block Plane

    Tips for using and sharpening the versatile block plane.


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    How To Paint Faux Marble

    Make old furniture feel new and luxurious with this easy-to-do painting technique!


    Build a Circular Retaining Wall and Patio

    Hilly, small or ho-hum yard? Modular pavers and blocks let you carve out a unique retreat darn near anywhere!


    How to Reset a Tripped Circuit Breaker

    You probably already know how to reset a circuit breaker, but what about your kids or baby-sitter? Use this tutorial...


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    How to Whiten Grimy Grout

    Freshen up your tile without regrouting. Here's how.



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    How To Build a Garden Arbor

    Create this stylish, arched DIY garden arbor in only a couple of days. It’s way easier than it looks.


    Build an Infinity Table

    Expand your mind with this back-to-the-70s light table


    Regrout Wall Tile

    Replace that eroded, crumbling grout for just $50


    Building Cabinets With Pocket Screws

    Intimidated by cabinet work? Even a novice can make fine joints with pocket screws


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    Build This Outdoor Table with a Tile Top to Give Your Patio a Hip Cafe Look

    Construct a small, round tile top patio table with a tiled plywood and...


    How to Handle Efflorescence on Brick Chimneys

    Moisture moving through bricks causes white mineral deposits on the brick surface and in the case of a chimney, it...


    Frameless Kitchen Cabinets

    A pro shows you the special installation techniques for these 'Euro-style' cabinets.

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    Installing Wood Flooring Over Concrete

    Install a wood base, then the finish flooring.



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    How to Tape Drywall With a Banjo

    Speedy, trouble-free taping is easy with this pro tool


    How to Caulk a Tub Surround

    How to clean out old caulk and apply new, durable caulk around the bathtub.


    How to Work with Scaffolding Safely

    How to rent, setup and use scaffolding when you have to work on your roof, siding or chimney.


    Roof Flashing Techniques for Outside Corners

    Make roof dormers and other outside corners leakproof