Jackie is a contributing writer for DoItYourself.com. She's an experienced home improvement writer with a wide range of interests, from heating systems to patio construction to mini-golf.
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Choosing the Best Paint Brush for Oil-Based Paint
How do you decide which is the best paint brush to use for a specific project?...
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How to Properly Apply Primer Spray Paint
Using primer spray paint on the walls or wood in your home is the first step....
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How to Strip Wood with a Heat Gun
When you need to strip wood, you have many methods available which will be equally effective....
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How to Paint a Wood Ceiling
Prep it, paint, and try to avoid a major kink in the neck....
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How to Color Your Wood Filler
If you are undertaking a project that involves wood, you may wish to include wood filler....
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6 Tips for Using Eggshell Paint in Your Kitchen
Eggshell paint offers a durable painted surface....
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Organic Fruit - How To Successfully Store Apples
Many people are now taking the step of growing their own organic fruit and vegetables....
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How to Replace a Garden Fountain Pump
Replacing a garden fountain pump is not a very difficult task....
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What Equipment You Need for an Aquaponics System
An aquaponics system is a marriage of plants and aquatic animals in a recirculating environment...
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How to Determine the Height and Size of Your Chicken Fence
If you keep chickens, you will need a fence....
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How to Paint an Aluminum Garage Door
Have it looking as good as new in no time....
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How to Get Rid of a Toilet Bowl Ring
A toilet bowl ring can be caused by lime scale, or the water sitting too long....
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Garbage Disposal Plumbing
Bad plumbing can clog your drains....
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Toilet Tank Is Leaking into Toilet Bowl: How to Repair
If your toilet is hissing at you, pay attention....
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Galley Kitchen Remodel Ideas
You can move walls or simply create new surfaces....
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Effects of a Small Car Dent on a Car's Resale Value
Even minor damage can affect the resale value....
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Advantages of a Natural Stone Retaining Wall
Put nature to work for you....
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How to Plunge a Low Flow Toilet
A low flow toilet can easily become clogged....
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Do Septic Tank Treatment Products Really Work?
According to most experts, septic tank treatment is not necessary....
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How to Remove a Bathroom Sink Faucet
Removing your bathroom sink faucet is a relatively simple project....
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Troubleshooting Water Softener Problems
Water softener problems can cause a build up of magnesium and calcium on your plumbing....
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3 Tools Needed to Repair a Toilet
When you need to repair a toilet, you will probably need some very basic tools....
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How to Unclog Plastic Pipes without Damaging Them
They get clogged just like other material drains....
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Troubleshooting a Hydronic Heating System
Hydronic heating systems are energy efficient....
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The Different Effects of Polyurethane Sealants and Urethane Sealants
Which sealant is right for you?...
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How to Use a Sheet Sander
Forget hand sanding with this handy tool....
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How to Sharpen a Hole Saw
A hole saw is not immediately recognizable as a saw....
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Troubleshooting a Chest Freezer
If your chest freezer begins running continuously or out of cycle, it may have a problem....
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Building a Rustic Style Wine Bar
Like the vino? Enhance your home with a rustic style wine bar....
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How to Lay Outdoor Rubber Flooring on a Patio
Outdoor rubber flooring can be a useful surface for protecting children from falls....
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Removing Plaster: Tips and Mistakes to Avoid
Removing plaster from walls can be a messy but doable job....
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Non Sanded vs. Sanded Grout: Which to Use?
Choosing the right grout for your tiles....
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5 Tips for Improving Diesel MPG
If you are concerned about improving the diesel mpg of your vehicle, read this....
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6 Ideas to Decorate Walls along Wooden Stairs
Enhance your natural design with added interest....
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How Gravity Assisted Toilets Work
Rely on a force of nature when nature calls....
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How to Properly Apply a Self Adhesive Drywall Patch
Your wall should end up looking smooth and scar free....
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4 Automobile Bumper Cover Repair Tips
It will be necessary to do bumper cover repair work if your automobile has a cracked bumper....
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How to Apply Car Touch-Up Paint
On occasions you need to use car touch up paint on a small nick on your vehicle....
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How to Install Carpet on Wood Stairs
Want carpeted wood stairs, you have a couple of options....
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How to Install an Oil Pressure Switch
When you switch on the ignition, lights should go on....
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How to Apply Windshield Repair Resin without Damaging a Windows Visibility
Need to repair a crack in your windshield?...
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How to Prevent Auto Body Repair Rust from Forming
It is important to prevent auto body repair rust....
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How to Replace a Plastic Ceiling Tile
How to properly remove and replace a ceiling tile....
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Attic Bedroom Conversion
Attic space just sitting there? Put it to use as a bedroom!...
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How to Properly Dispose of Old Radiator Fluid
Disposing of old radiator fluid should be done carefully and thoughtfully. Follow any governmen...
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How to Use a Hydraulic Torque Wrench
When you need industrial strength to get the job done....
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Tips for Painting Basement Floor Tiles
Basement floor tiles can become tired and old looking....
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How to Refinish a Wood Tabletop
Upgrade your table's surface in five steps....
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Remove Paint from Rubber Floor Tiles
Rubber floor tiles offer comfort and protection....
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How to Properly Apply Mastic Sealant
Your bathroom or kitchen project may use it....