Connor is a contributing writer for DoItYourself.com. He's an experienced home improvement researcher and project builder with a huge range of interests, and especially enjoys learning about woodworking, sustainable energy, and deep fat frying.
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Estimating Brick Paver Price per Square Foot Costs
Give yourself a quote by using these steps to figure out the approximate cost of pavers for you...
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5 Colors that Complement Decorative Brass Trim
Choosing one or more colors to complement decorative brass involves no long, drawn-out processe...
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How High Should a Shower Rod Be Hung
Read this article for advice on setting the proper height for a shower rod....
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Cutting Plexiglass with a Jigsaw
When cutting plexiglass you have the option of using a number of different power saws including...
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Proper Spacing for Floor Joists
Floor joists are a vital component in any structure. Understanding their construction and spaci...
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The 5 Types of Drywall Mud
What you need to know about the five types of drywall mud....
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Benefits of Split Level House Plans
They tend to share similar features....
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Drum Brakes vs Disc Brakes: Pros and Cons
For most cars, drum brakes work in conjunction with disc brakes to stop a car. Although disc br...
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How to Apply Clear Finish to Wood Furniture
A clear finish offers protection with a natural look....
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Identifying House Electric Wiring Colors
Some basics you may already know....
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Downspouts vs. Rain Chains
Downspouts collect more water than rain chains, but rain chains are better-looking. Read on to...
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Can Synthetic Oil be Mixed with Regular Oil?
In short, it is possible to combine synthetic oil with conventional oil, provided you do so onl...
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Black Ants vs Fire Ants
It helps to know the differences in the garden....
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How to Convert a Shed into a Man Cave
Convert your shed to a man cave in eight steps for a place to relax or hang out with friends....
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Particleboard vs MDF
Use this article to help you when choosing between particleboard and MDF....
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What's the Best Way To Seal a Fireplace Chimney?
You can caulk the edges and insert inflatable stoppers....
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How to Calculate Paver Sand Requirements
Hit the books before you hit the bricks, and don't spend too much on sand for your paver projec...
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Common Problems with Attic Stairs
Attic stairs provide the most convenient and sensible way to access attic space above your home...
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Calculate How Much Driveway Gravel You Need
Don't just guess. Find out exactly how much gravel your driveway install is going to require. T...
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Build a Lean-To Shed
Building a lean-to shed requires basic knowledge of framing, but aside from having the tools, m...