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6 Things to Know Before Installing Recessed Lighting
Unobtrusive illumination installed flush with the ceiling, recessed lighting can be found in virtually all types of homes, and for good reason. It beams light downwards, illuminating a whole room without invading...
How To: Get Rid of Chipmunks
Surely one of the cuter rodents you’ll ever counter, chipmunks are also among the most destructive. These small, striped natives of North America and Asia are omnivores that devour everything from beneficial inse...
Solved! What to Do When Your Circuit Breaker Keeps Tripping
Q: Every few hours—sometimes minutes!—my living room and one side of my kitchen lose electrical power. Lamps won’t come on; I can’t make toast or watch television. I’ll check the breaker panel and, sure enough, a...
6 Things to Know Before Replacing a Kitchen Faucet
Has your old kitchen faucet seen better days? Whether yours is leaking water or is simply outdated, replacing a kitchen faucet is among the most popular do-it-yourself projects in the grand scheme of a full kitch...
How To: Etch Glass
If you're someone who keeps jars and canisters because "you never know, it could come in handy," this project is for you! Etching glass can unify all of those spare mismatched glass containers with a si...
Solved! The Best Paint for Ceilings
Q: I’d like to repaint the gray drywall ceiling in my study a fresh white to brighten up the room. Are the pricier products labeled “ceiling paint” really the best paint for ceilings, or is there is a cheaper opt...
The Dos and Don’ts of Waterproofing Basement Walls
Because they’re built below grade, basements tend to take on water. You may notice moist basement walls from time to time, water puddles here and there, or—worst case scenario—flooding during the rainy season. Hu...
Solved! How Long Does Gasoline Last?
Q: I’m not sure if the gas sitting in my garage is fit to use in my lawnmower. How long does gasoline last in storage before it goes bad?A: You’re wise to wonder about the shelf life of stored gasoline, because o...
Backyard Makeover: DIY a Patio Table with a Built-In Cooler for Drinks
Has a relatively empty patio left you uninspired to head outdoors?When it comes to setting up the deck or balcony, you have a few important elements to consider to create as warm of a welcome as possible—ample an...
Cool Tools: The All-in-1 Fix for Just About Any Hole in the Wall
What do you do when you find yourself staring at a hole in a wall caused by a furniture ding, a too-eagerly opened door, or some other everyday “oops” moment? The short answer is, you repair it. But even handy ho...
