Tim Carter demonstrates how to drill holes for pvc pipe fittings so that you don't waste valuable time enlarging a mis-drilled hole.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to drill holes for pvc pipe fittings so that you don't waste valuable time enlarging a mis-drilled hole.
Tim Carter shares a quick lesson to help you out of a tough spot when working with plumbing vent pipe.
Hanging wallpaper is a project that can transform many a room. Discover how to hang wallpaper to give your room that vibrant mood. Hanging wallpaper plumb will make or break your project.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to mix drywall joint compound. From getting the right consistency to time saving mixing techniques, discover some secrets about how to prepare joint compound.
Some paints require a primer. Paint primer is a special paint. Paint primers help your finish paint bond to the surface better. Primer paint gives your finish coat a more uniform finish.
A workbench is a useful tool for every homeowner. The work bench makes a solid platform for your projects, if your workbench plans are carefully thought-out. Don't make your garage workbench too deep if you plan on having pegboard or cabinets above the bench.
Knowing how to install a prehung door is important to get the job done right. If you don't follow these tips, your prehung doors could rub, not close properly or open by themselves. Prehung door installation requires the proper size door, the correct hand and shims.
Repairing holes in drywall is easy with these tips. You don't need special drywall repair kits for the drywall repair. With just a few drywall tools and some drywall taping, those holes will be gone.
Remodeling and new home construction share a lot of common items. But they differ in one major area - remodeling is done in the house where you are living. Daily routines are altered. Certain areas of your house may be unavailable during remodeling. No kitchen or bathroom will be a real problem. Read these tips to help minimize your interruptions.
A woodpecker can damage your redwood trim looking for carpenter bees. Woodpeckers will drill into the wood trim searching for food. Perhaps a sacrificial wood structure can save your house trim.
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