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Mount a Screw in a Hollow Door
Since there’s not much solid wood in a hollow-core interior door, screws will usually tear out of the door as soon as any weight is applied to them. This complicates mounting items such as pictures, mirrors, hooks, etc. to the door. To mount anything into a hollow door requires special Hollow Door Anchors. These plastic […]
Remove Mold with 5 Household Cleaning Products
(guest post by Kory Cantor) If you’ve spotted mold growing in your house and are worried sick about the hundreds of dollars you might have to shell out to get rid of the sneaky fungus, you’ve come to the right place! Mold can be easily dealt with without having to spend a lot […]
7th Grader Shows How to Go-Low-Flow
Seventh-grade DIY’er William Simon offers a simple solution to conserve water in the toilets of your home. Check out his video! — M. Weber
Tighten a Loose Screw
Screws often come loose, whether it’s on a door hinge or it’s the fastener holding the armrest onto your rocking chair. The reason screws loosen is because the wood surrounding the threads has worn away, usually due to the wear and tear of movement over time. To tighten a screw, the hole needs more material […]
Replace a Circuit Breaker
You can safely replace a circuit breaker in your electrical panel if you follow the proper safety precautions. In some localities, even minor electrical work might require a permit, so be sure to check local building codes before proceeding. The breaker is designed to protect your wires from carrying too much current by tripping off […]
Safety Features and New Electrical Options
A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is a type of electrical outlet that helps protect people from shocks due to hazardous ground faults. Ground faults occur when an electrical current “leaks” or follows an unsafe path instead of following its normal safe path. When a ground fault occurs and electricity from an appliance passes through […]
Seek Thermal Camera Review
The Seek Thermal Camera is a tiny infrared camera that attaches to your Android or iOS device and uses a downloadable app that shows what the camera captures. Selling for less than $250, the Seek camera attachment is compact, simple to use, and offers the same infrared technology that was formerly only available in cameras […]
What is an Architectural Shingle?
(guest post courtesy Atlas Roofing) How Do Architectural Shingles Compare to Traditional Flat Shingles? For consumers building a new home or replacing the roof on an existing one, the selection of a roofing shingle is the most important part of the process. After all, the shingles installed today should protect and enhance a […]
Choosing Caulks and Sealants
Caulks are used to seal joints for a decorative finish, to seal joints to prevent water intrusion, or both. When it comes to sealing joints in crown molding or weatherproofing windows, choosing the right caulk/sealant product is the first order of business. Selection Silicone sealants have long been the staple for exterior projects where […]