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32 Articles  25 Step By Step  108 Fix-Its  29 Tips  5 Videos  199 All 
Repairing Resilient Flooring
Repairing Resilient Flooring
You can repair nicks, cuts, stains, and other damage to resilient flooring.
Repairing Tile
Repairing Tile
Floor, counter, and wall tile can easily be maintained and repaired with these instructions.
Repairing Upholstered Furniture
Repairing Upholstered Furniture
The Fix-It Club knows what to do when upholstered furniture loses is comfort—or its stuffing.
Repairing Window Curtains and Drapes
Repairing Window Curtains and Drapes
Curtains and drapes are low-maintenance household items. Here's how the Fix-It Club keeps them that way.
Repairing Window Screens
Repairing Window Screens
Window and door screens are easily repaired with basic tools and materials.
Replacing a Lighting Fixture
Replacing a Lighting Fixture
Sometimes there's more to fixing incandescent lighting than replacing a bulb. Here's how to replace a fixture.
Replacing an Electrical Outlet
Replacing an Electrical Outlet
It's easy to test and replace an electrical receptacle or outlet.
Replacing an Electrical Switch
Replacing an Electrical Switch
You can easily replace an electrical switch in a few minutes with basic tools.
Selecting Lubricants
Selecting Lubricants
Mechanical things that move need lubrication to keep them from wearing out.
Selecting the Right Fastener
Selecting the Right Fastener
Choosing the correct fastener and tool can make fixing things easier.
Service an Electric Furnace
Service an Electric Furnace
Baby, it's cold INSIDE! Better join the Fix-It Club and figure out what's wrong!
Sewing Fabric
Sewing Fabric
Basic sewing skills can help you repair fabric items around the household.
Soldering
Soldering
You can fix many electrical things by learning how to solder.
Test a Gas Grill for Leaks
Test a Gas Grill for Leaks
Ready to fire up the grill? Make sure it's ready! Here's how to check for leaks.
Testing Appliance Fuses
Testing Appliance Fuses
By design, the first thing to go in an appliance is the fuse so it should be the first thing you check.
Testing Button Batteries
Testing Button Batteries
Small batteries energize many household and personal items so keep them tested.
Testing Circuit Breakers
Testing Circuit Breakers
Circuit breakers are electrical safety devices that are easy to check and reset.
Testing Circuit Fuses
Testing Circuit Fuses
All homes have a safety switch in each circuit. Older homes use fuses that easily can be checked and replaced.
Testing Electrical Cords
Testing Electrical Cords
Electrical cords are simple in operation and simple to test and replace.
Testing Heating Elements
Testing Heating Elements
Heating elements are found in many home appliances so knowing how to test them can save you time and money.
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