General Home Repair

Weslock makes door hardware that not only keeps your home safe and secure, but is also aesthetically pleasing. Weslock doorknobs are screwed in using a series of small screws that are discretely...

Reusing old hardware is a great way to save money on a remodel. Giving them a fresh coat of paint can really make your pulls and hinges pop. Depending on the current condition of your old...

Cabinet hinges come in two basic types: facemount and European. Facemount hinges are typically found on faceframe cabinets in kitchens and utility rooms. As the name indicates, they are typically...

Sooner or later, you may need to replace those door locks and dead bolts to your home. Sometimes, due to a lost key, new tenants in a rental unit, or you just want to add stronger, more secure...

You've decided to replace not only that stained and discolored shower curtain, but the shower rod holding it in place as well. Maybe it's flecked with a few rusty spots or the shine has worn off,...

If you have sagging shelves, the best solution is to take apart the shelves and do a step-by-step analysis to see what is causing the problem. This means taking everything off the shelves and...

A storm door protects your inside door from the elements and offers an additional layer of insulation. Removing a storm door is relatively simple; but if you're not an experienced home handyman,...

Nails and screws are sized primarily in the same way. In fact, most sizing charts are used for both. Both nails and screws are used to fasten objects and are available in a range of types and...

Screws in older devices or machinery, or screws frequently exposed to the environment or water, often have a buildup of corrosion which hinders their removal. Although some do it yourselfers may...

Screws are placed under a great deal of stress when used in construction projects. This is because often times the screws are the only form of support, such as keeping the structure erect or...

Screws are amazing time- and labor-saving inventions when they work properly. Too often the drive (the part that you stick a screwdriver into) becomes stripped out. In these cases, screws become...

Mounting screws are typically a Phillips driver based screw used to hang items on a wall, most notably cabinets. Because the screws are in charge of holding up extremely heavy objects, the screws...

Although a ceiling fan is an excellent energy saver that can both cool and heat a room, it is bothersome when the fan produces an annoying buzzing noise. This is particularly true when you are...

If you work a lot with wood or other materials, odds are that you use a lot of screws in your work. This probably means that you have a lot of different screws. Because each screw is different and...

Replacing an entry lock set is fairly simple. You may be required to do this when you move into a new home to ensure that nobody has a key to your house. Over time lock sets may need to be...

Problems with cabinet drawers mostly pertain to slides, screws and the length and thickness of the tracks. Slides, which are metal hardware attached to the side of the drawer, sometimes are not...

Eyeglasses consist of lenses and the frames that hold the lenses in place. The frames are typically secured around the lenses by a screw on each side. These screws will eventually loosen as a...

The screwdriver is one of the most common tools and can be found in nearly every household. It has an illustrious history that has resulted in a number of different types.

Need to change a lock? How about a doorknob?

Gypsum wallboard, or drywall, is the most commonly installed material for interior walls. Drywall screws or nails sometimes become loose and pop through the paper surface, causing a bulge or...

Rusty screws can really slow down the work on your wooden deck if you don't know how to properly remove them. They often seem to get stuck just when you most need to make time on your project. To...

A Hunter ceiling fan adds beauty to any room. The fan helps cool a room in the summer and keeps a room warmer in the winter. This versatile fan significantly improves the efficiency of your...

Nothing is more frustrating than rusted screws that are locked tightly into place. Machinery that is exposed to the elements is particularly susceptible. But by preparing screws with a simple...

Kitchen cabinets and cupboards are a major investment, and maintaining them is a priority to most homeowners. So what do you do when the dishes are sliding onto the floor and the doors and drawers...

Both screws and bolts are threaded into place with a spiral ramp that swivels around the stem of the piece. Both screws and bolts employ the science of the simple machine also called a screw. The...

Doorknobs not only provide our homes with security but also accentuate the appearance of our doors. When you know how to replace an exterior doorknob you can upgrade the front door's appearance...

Over time your outside dryer vent may become loose and begin to fall out of the wall. This is usually caused by deteriorating securing screws or mounting holes. You should know how to reattach a...

Over time the screws that hold cabinet hinges loosen. To keep your cabinet doors swinging properly and to avoid permanent damage to the hinges or cabinet, keep them tightly secured. Cabinets that...

Sometimes over time our kitchen cabinet doors droop and sag a bit. Sometimes they won't close or appear uneven or leaning down. It is possible to fix this. Please read on to learn How to Repair...

Many people are surprised to see how complex door knobs are. Such a simple design reveals itself to be quite complicated when the knobs are actually removed. Luckily, removing a door knob is very...

Anyone who has ever tried to remove a screw and stripped the head out knows how frustrating that can be. There are special tools that you can buy to handle this problem, but I have discovered a...

Knowing how to replace a heater element in a water heater can save you money on an expensive repair bill. If you have no hot water and the thermostats have been tested, the heater elements should...

Using a screw driver can go beyond just holding it and turning a screw. Using appropriate techniques and some foresight you can save yourself time, money and frustration.

Every air duct vent in the home should have vent covers installed. The basic vent covers are not aesthetically pleasing. They can be replaced with decorative ones when you know how to change a...

Shoes can cause the most clutter in a home. Even when placed in a closed shoes become uncluttered. With some cheap wood and few supplies you can make you own closet shoe rack

Does your ceiling fan bobble and shake from side to side? There are several things to check and do to fix the problem.

It's important for stair railings to be securely installed. Their function is safety; they can save someone from falling down the stairs. It's important to attach them securely to the wall studs....

Drywall damaged by water, mold or blunt force must be replaced. While a moderately difficult task, the average homeowner can replace his own drywall. The amount of time required for replacing...

A faulty thermostat renders an electric dryer useless; thermostats regulate and monitor heat for your appliance to do its job. Replacing a thermostat isn't difficult, however. Learn how to do it...

A broken garage door handle is really a problem because the door is virtually impossible to open without one. Many garage door handles will break because the door is slammed to the ground with too...

If you have old worn out hardware on your doors and they need to be replaced it is a very simple process. Maybe you just want to upgrade the interior look of your home by adding different hardware...

A basement, usually the largest room in a home, is also frequently underutilized because it's dark and uninviting. Refinishing your basement can provide extra living or recreational space to your...

Attaching anything to concrete used to be difficult and time-consuming, and required either using power-driven nails or drilling large, deep holes for anchors and bolts. Tapcon screws are...

Taking a door knob off is simpler than you may think. There are many different types and styles of door knobs. This is for your basic door knob.

If the front doorknob of your house rattles and feels loose, or just doesn't turn correctly, and tightening the screws on the other side hasn't solved the problem, you should replace it. Today you...

Whether you are remodeling a room or just need to replace a worn out door handle, it's an easy process that you can complete in less than a half hour. Door handles come in numerous varieties and...

Screws don't come out easily when they're rusted, old, or stripped. Rusted or old screws may require a spray or two of a lubricant such as WD-40 to loosen them up enough to be removed with a...

Machine screws are uniformly threaded screws of ¼ inch nominal diameter or less that are designed to be threaded into uniformly threaded nuts or threaded holes in the parts they are intended...

Weather seals are strips of treated rubber or plastic designed to form a barrier against harsh weather, such as strong winds and rains, which could force water through the cracks in the doors of a...

A doorbell cover has the important function of protecting the electrical contacts from the outside elements. Since the button apparatus is almost always located outdoors, it is important to...