General Home Repair

If you have real ivory piano keys, you know how beautiful they are and how wonderful they feel. Of course, ivory keys are one luxury that they are not making any more. So find out how to take...

Using a plastic welder allows you to bond two pieces of plastic of the same plastic type. A plastic welder consists of multiple parts, and they are available in different brands and models.

Plastic pipes require just as much maintenance and reinforcement as other galvanized piping. Sealing plastic pipe threads prevents leakage, contamination and friction that can result in an...

Craftsman tools has been around for a long time producing tools and tool storage for the homeowner and home mechanic. Because of their low price and easy availability, you will find Craftsman tool...

Whether you have a sump in the basement or an outside cistern that needs to be manually drained or filled, you can save yourself the tedium of keeping a constant eye on them by installing an alarm...

Roof rafters should always be insulated, especially if the area directly beneath the rafters is usable space. Failure to properly insulate your roof rafters will result in hot and cold air...

Cars typically use sealed lead acid batteries that come pre-filled with battery acid. But, there are still many applications for unsealed batteries. Back up sump pumps, golf carts and other...

Once you have spilled paint or painted PVC or any other variety of plastic piping, it becomes difficult to remove; however, there are options. Most attempts at removing paint from plastic piping...

Expanding spray foam is one of the fastest and easiest ways to seal around doors and windows, in gaps in masonry or in any hard to reach place that only needs a little insulation. Any home owner...

Optix plastic comes in a variety of styles and finishes and is used primarily to replace coverings in fixture lighting (i.e. flourescents) or to provide privacy by allowing you to install a...

Rain lamps are essentially part art, part lamp. The object has a bottom layer that looks like a flower pot. Plants typically grow out of the bottom of the lamp, and there is also a statue in the...

Removing paint from plastic pipes can be a problem because many typical paint removers will also melt the plastic. Some paints don't stick well to plastics. You might be able to flake the paint...

If you have a bronze plaque---whether it's a memorial or an award---you want to keep it in the best shape possible. If you have accidentally gotten a spot of paint on the plaque, you could be...

Winter can be hard on your home. With only a little money and some work you can get your home ready for the harshest winter.

If you own an older historical home or business with a glass chandelier then you know how quickly it can get dirty from dust and cobwebs. In this article I will show you how to clean your glass...

When fall starts, we realize that winter is not far off on the horizon--and most of us have at least some plans--and maybe do some preparation--for getting our homes ready for the cold. However,...

Plastic tanks are lightweight, durable, and inexpensive, making them an ideal storage container for both solids and liquids. Occasionally a plastic tank may rupture and require repair. Here is an...

Plastic rivets are types of fasteners that attach one item to another. They are found quite often in automobiles. Having to remove plastic rivets from any object can be very annoying. The removal...

If you've got an older house there's a good chance you're going to run into rotted wood here and there. Sometimes it's a piece of trim board, or the bottom of a column or even some wood siding....

Drafty windows are one of the major causes of heat loss in your home. Not only does it increase the cost of heating your home, it causes cold drafts that make you feel chilly even when the...

In modern times, we use plastic for just about everything, and for that very reason, we may have to deal with scratches in something important made of plastic. Fixing small scratches that aren't...

Plastic sheeting used in home and garden projects is usually a thin layer of acrylic or polyethylene film. Widely available in stores for relatively little money, it has a multitude of uses in...

Plastic is a very versatile compound that is found in many man-made objects. While plastic can be thin and pliable, hard plastic can be thick and solid as a rock. It can stand up under great...

Concrete septic tanks have a number of significant advantages over their plastic or fiberglass counterparts. They have a higher effluent level than the plastic variety; they tend to be tougher,...

Welding plastic uses the same principles as welding metal. With household items, welding can be done easily and effectively. These are some easy tools that can be used to repair broken, cracked or...

Old bathtubs can look frightening, especially if they have calcium and hard water stains all over them. You can scrub and scrub but sometimes your efforts are fruitless. And replacing a bathtub...

A broken or missing handle can render a tool almost useless. With these instructions I will describe how your old knife or screwdriver can get back in your toolbox.

Bumper stickers left on glass for a long period of time seem to form an impenetrable bond. Attempts at removal are complicated by the fact that glass can be easily scratched. There are, however,...

If you are looking to update your bathroom without having the hassle of ripping your tub from the walls that were no doubt built around it, then refinishing the old tub may be an option for you....

Giving your bathroom a complete makeover can be expensive and very time consuming. And replacing a bathtub can be a great challenge, especially if it is tucked into a tight corner or has walls...

Plastic is durable and non-breakable. It is an excellent choice for outside products like plant containers, lawn furniture and children's toys that are exposed to the elements. Although it holds...

Old houses are sturdy, no doubt. But when it comes to keeping them warm, that can be another story. Often, the plate glass windows are drafty. If your house is old enough, it might even have...

With so many products using plastic---cell phones and MP3 players, windows and tabletops---an entire genre of scratch removal products has evolved. People use automotive rubbing compound, sand...

According to the Fiberglass Warehouse, fiberglass was invented by Russell Games Slaytor of Owen-Corning. It is known for its durability, flexibility and ease of use. In addition, it is...

If you have a plastic part that has become badly scratched, you can repair it in a few easy steps. You can find the materials needed for this project at any automotive supply store.

This is a simple drain clearing technique that works great on near to surface clogs in sinks, showers and tubs. Often this little trick will also serve quite well in restoring flow rates to drains...

Tired of trying to find the right file or rasp in the jumble atop your workbench or in one of its drawers. A simple and effective organizer and holder can be made quickly from a large coffee can....

It's here again the cold temperatures that brings a chilled reality to all. The reality that your home may not be 100% energey efficient. So take a few minutes to read a few helpful tips.

Do you have all these annoying plastic bags that you REALLY wanna throw out? "Hmmmmmmm..... yeah..... I should throw them all that....." HEY! WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOU! CHUCKING OUT PLASTIC...

In a time where "going green" is gaining popularity in leaps and bounds, recycling seems to be an ever-increasing industry. Recycling first began to become popular in the 1980s and by the 1990s...

Everyone could stand to save money this holiday season. Even though gas prices are coming down, it still costs a lot to heat your home. This project is simple, costs very little to do, and you...

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, energy-efficient windows can reduce heating or cooling costs by as much as 20 to 30%. The ultimate solution for lowering the heat loss through windows...

Ball point pen marks on plastics can be frustrating but they can be easily removed.The key is to clean them as soon as possible

Penmarks on plastics are hard to remove sometimes depending on the texture and surface of the item. An easy way to remove most marks without damaging the item is with an ordinary household item,...

Unfortunately there is no one sure-fire method of removing all forms of melted plastic off of Harley pipes. The problem stems from the fact that different kinds of plastic bond differently with...

Although most plastics are quite durable, they can still crack under extreme pressure. Most people will just throw away plastic buckets, airtight kitchen containers and bins when they get cracks...

The idea of removing wallpaper from paneling can be daunting. Don't fear. Removing wallpaper from paneling is actually easier than removing it from drywall. This is because you don't have to worry...

There are approximately 700 million CFL’s (compact florescent bulbs) in use in the United States today. It’s predicted that around 300 million new ones will be sold each year. According to Paul...

Everyone wants to save energy in these days of high fuel costs. Home heating energy is a big drain on your budget. Here is a cheap temporary method to quickly and easily fix drafts in your older...

Ever wonder what to do with the paint leftover from your painting projects? You don’t want to throw it away—its bad for the environment—and you just might need to do a little touch up sometime...