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DIY projects, (do it yourself) for home improvement and home repair. See easy DIY ideas you can use to add value to your home.
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Paint Can Sizes (Standard Containers & Wall Coverage)
See the different paint can sizes including the dimensions they come in, their standard wall coverage, and how to calculate how much paint you need for your DIY painting project. One of the easiest and cheapest home upgrades is painting your walls for a whole new look, and knowing the paint can size and dimensions […] More
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Dumbwaiter Design (Manual, DIY & Elevator Guide)
Here we share our dumbwaiter design guide including details about manual, elevator and DIY models. Dumbwaiters were in use around the beginning of the 19th century but the first recorded use dates back around 200BC when Romans used it to allow movement of goods. What Is a Dumbwaiter? A dumbwaiter is basically a small service […] More
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How Long Does It Take To Paint A Room
How long does it take to paint a room including setting up, average time to paint a room, clean up time, painting time for different room sizes, and paint drying time. One of the things that will make a house feel like a home, especially for newly constructed homes, is the feel of every room […] More
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Tools Every Homeowner Needs (40+ Must Haves)
These are the must have tools every homeowner needs including essential hand tools, yard tools, and power tools for your home repairs and DIY projects. Whether you’re just trying to step up your DIY skills or you’re moving into a new home, it certainly helps to have all of the basic tools needed. Even if […] More
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Cleaning Cabinets Before Painting
Here’s our cleaning cabinets before painting tips including different types of cleaners, prepping cabinet procedures and popular degreaser brands for cleaning cabinets. Painting kitchen cabinets is different than painting drywall, chances there is a layer of grease and dirt on those cabinets. The important part of cabinet painting is the surface preparation, cleaning is essential […] More
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How To Clean An Outdoor Rug
Here’s our guide on how to clean an outdoor rug including the different steps, cleaning products, ways to eliminate mold & mildew, and the best outdoor rug storage tips. When preparing for a backyard party, dirt and mud from shoes or dust, and when mixed with the weather, may make your outdoor living area appear […] More
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DIY Nightstand Ideas (Creative Bedroom Furniture)
Here we share DIY nightstand ideas featuring wood crates, repurposed wood, wall-mounted shelves, metal containers, and other creative nightstand designs. A nightstand is must-have bedroom furniture, especially now that mobile phones are a dispensable item that ought to be arm’s length and that can be charged as you sleep. You can place other things such […] More
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Woodworking Design Software (Free & Paid)
Here we share our woodworking design software guide including preferred free and paid options and the best choice among these programs. Woodworking design software has become really popular ever since woodworking started to become a famous craft on TV and DIY videos. This software is very effective in terms of helping people familiarize design tools. […] More
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How To Remove Granite Backsplash
Here we share how to remove granite backsplash including taking it apart from the drywall, the removal steps required, tools, materials, and useful granite remodeling tips. A granite backsplash is an elegant addition to your kitchen and can up the general value of the space. However, if you’ve been using the same granite backsplash for […] More
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Playroom Storage Ideas (Toy Organization Tips)
See our playroom storage ideas including tips on how to organize kids’ toys in a playroom, small and cheap storage recommendations and options on how to store large toys. Designing the playroom for your child can be challenging not just because you have to make sure that it’s a safe space but you need to […] More
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How to Clean Tile Floors with Vinegar and Baking Soda
For those with tile floors in high traffic areas a popular question is, how to clean tile floors with vinegar and baking soda? If cleaning floor tiles is the biggest nightmare for you, this article will guide you with some smart tricks on cleaning tile grout and stubborn stains with few available supplies in your […] More
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Can You Spray Paint A Lamp Shade?
Can you spray paint a lamp shade? Below we’ll answer this questions and share how safe it is, the best type of paint to use, DIY steps, and how to paint on different lamp shade materials. If you want to refresh the style of an existing lamp shade, you could do it in a myriad […] More