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Quartz is a mineral that's not in danger of being depleted any time soon. It's the most widely available mineral in the world and is abundant on the earth's crust. This makes it the ideal mineral for household uses. Use it for everything from ... more »

How to Choose Screwdrivers for Your Home Repair Tool Kit

By Sheila Wilkinson

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Outfitting a toolkit for the house can be a daunting task. There seems to be an endless array of tools to choose from. You know you need screwdrivers, but which ones do you pick? This information should help you get a well rounded set to serve ... more »

How to Choose The Perfect Antique Fireplace Mantel

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Fireplace mantel's are an important part of a room's decor. How can you be sure that you are choosing the right style?.. more »

How to Choose the Right Primer

By Erinn Valencich

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Priming is an important part of virtually any painting process, but it’s important to know that not all primers are alike. Before you start your next painting project, make sure you have the proper primer in place. Here are some guidelines... more »

How to Choose The Right Type Of Roofing

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Choosing the right roofing material for your home can be a mystery for many homeowners. With the number of options available, it has become increasingly difficult to choose... more »

How to Choose Which Glue To Use For The Job

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In any sticky situation, the key to success is to choose the right adhesive for the job in hand... more »

How to Choose Wrenches and Pliers for Your Home Repair Kit

By Sheila Wilkinson

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Putting together a new toolkit? Did you ever imagine there would be so many things to choose from? It's best to buy good quality tools a few at a time. Some brands have lifetime guarantees. Choose these if you can. There are hundreds of hand ... more »

How to Clean Used Brick

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Used brick adds charm and visual appeal to many building projects, but it's essential that you use the proper methods to clean the used brick. Cleaning the brick maintains it's beautiful weathered look and special characteristics as you restore ... more »

How to Cool Down A Hot Attic With Solar Vents

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It never made much sense to me to use a lot of energy to save energy. Attic fans can draw up to a hundred watts or more. Now solar attic vents are available and prices have come down to make them affordable to anyone... more »

How to Create Great, Affordable Bookcases

By Scott Cavanagh

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Custom-built bookcases make great showcases for books and display items, but they are often expensive and an unrealistic option for apartment dwellers and renters. Inexpensive faux wood bookcases are affordable and available everywhere, but they ... more »

How to Create New Stain From Old

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Indulge your creative spirit while saving money - and making use of all those old cans of stain cluttering your basement or garage... more »

How to Cut Copper Pipes

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For pipe installation projects, it is important to cut copper pipes correctly. This ensures that the pieces of pipe are the correct length and that there is no distortion in the pipe. Luckily, with patience, extreme care and the right tool you ... more »

How to Cut Plywood

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Plywood is a versatile wood product used extensively in shelving and cabinet construction because it resists warping and shrinking. Made from many layers of very thin wood pressed together in alternating directions, plywood easily withstands ... more »

How to Cut Shingles

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When you add or replace shingles on a home, it is a great opportunity to give your place a fresh new look, provided you choose shingles that complement the color patterns of your home. When you lay shingles, you will have to cut many shingles to ... more »

How to deal with foggy windows

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Double pane glass makes for a good, energy efficient window, but over time, seals can break and leave you in a fog-filled world. Here are some tips you should know... more »

How to Decide Whether to Take on a Home Improvement Project

By Sheila Wilkinson

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It's such a huge money saver to do things yourself... or is it? Sometimes it ends up costing you more because you've taken on something that proved to be more complicated than you thought. So, how do you determine that rolling up your sleeves is ... more »

How to Enhance Limestone Color

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Many people use limestone in their outdoor landscaping and decorating because of its traditional appearance and natural beauty. The problem that arises when using limestone is the inevitable fading of color. Luckily, there is a relatively simple ... more »

How to Enhance Sandstone Color

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If you have sandstone within your home, you may want to find ways to bring out the stone's beautiful color. In order to enhance the color of sandstone, you can use treatment products on the stone slab. Color treatments give sandstone a more ... more »

How to Enhance the Color of Marble

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Color enhancement can bring the natural beauty back to faded or worn marble. Use this process on marble that turns darker when you get it wet. The enhancer you select should seal the marble, protect it,= and make cleaning easier... more »

How to Enhance Tile Color

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Tiles of all kinds get dirty and worn out, which isn't attractive for homes. Enhancing the tile color gives new life to the tile as well as the home. You'll use a different method to enhance the color depending on what material your tile is made ... more »

How to Estimate Acoustical Ceiling Tile Needs

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Acoustical tiles make a beautiful addition to any home and are effective in quieting the noise coming from other rooms. Putting acoustical tiles up as the ceiling is a value-added job that will increase the value of your home and promote fewer ... more »

How to Estimate Batt Insulation Needs for a House

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Insulation is vital to the cooling, heating and protection of your home. There are state laws regarding the amount of insulation required in new homes and homes being renovated. Batt insulation is one of the easiest to install and one of the most ... more »

How to Estimate Batt Insulation Needs for an Attic

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Attic insulation comes in two forms--batt or blown in insulation. Blown in insulation needs to be installed by a professional. With time and patience, you can install batt insulation yourself. First, you need to estimate how much Batt insulation ... more »

How to Estimate Budget for Drywall Projects

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Sheetrock, wallboard and plasterboard are all names for drywall, a product used as the base of walls or ceiling before wallpaper or paint. If you're looking at a drywall project for remodeling or building new, you need to estimate costs for the ... more »

How to Estimate Budget for Tile Projects

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Tiling looks great, but it can also be expensive. In order to make sure that you can afford your tiling project and that it won't go over your desired budget, it's important to learn how to effectively budget for tile projects. The following tips ... more »

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