Luke is a contributing writer for DoItYourself.com. He's an experienced researcher who enjoys learning about a wide range of do-it-yourself topics. His areas of focus include flooring, siding, roofing, tile, bakeware, and motorcycles.
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4 Potential Dangers to Consider When Using Halogen Light Bulbs
Many people use halogen light bulbs freely throughout their homes without thinking about these...
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Why Use Cement Board for Exterior Walls?
Using cement board is common for floors or interior walls....
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How to Install Vinyl Flooring Over Ceramic Tiling
Avoid the pain and head pain of removing ceramic tile....
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How to Convert a Frame Home to a Brick Home
This is a major project—think carefully before committing....
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Installing Glass Kitchen Tile Backsplash on Drywall
Ramp up the pizzazz in your kitchen appeal....
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How to Apply Peel-and-Stick Vinyl Tiles to Bathroom Walls
Peel-and-stick vinyl tiles can be applied to the floor or the wall to create a unique look....
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How to Install Vinyl Plank Flooring Over Tile
Vinyl can be installed in wet areas, does not scratch as easily as wood, and is softer underfoo...
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How to Install a Rubber Baseboard
Rubber baseboard is easy to install and waterproof....
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How to Clean a Griddle
Eliminate residual flavors from old meals. Clean your griddle after use....
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Removing Asbestos Floor Tiles
With precautions in place, you can remove your own asbestos-containing floor tiles....
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Floor Transition Molding: Options for Uneven Floors
Cover the unsightly gap with the right transition piece....
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Why Do You Need a Moisture Barrier Under Laminate Flooring?
To install laminate on concrete, add a moisture barrier....
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Types of Textured Paint
Textured paint offers an alternative to regular paint, with a variety of options to consider....
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How to Lay Floating Tongue and Groove Flooring Part 2
Make sure to leave an expansion gap all the way around....
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How to Apply Cedar Fence Stain
Preparation is key for a great application....
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How to Refinish a Wooden Picnic Table
Give your old picnic table a new look and protection....
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How to Best Cut Self-Adhesive Tiles
Self-adhesive tiles are easy to cut and install....
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Install Glue-down Vinyl Plank Flooring On a Wood Sub Floor
One of the most versatile and beautiful floor materials...
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5 Easy Ways To Remove Household Mold
Many household ingredients are effective in killing off mold....
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Attic Remodeling Tips
Remodeling your attic? Follow these tips!...
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How to Repair Water Damage in a Bathroom
Water damage in a bathroom can range from a soft spot on the wainscotting to a total gut of the...
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How to Tile over Chipboard
One Important material goes between your old and new floor....
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Tips for Cleaning Brazilian Cherry Hardwood Flooring
Using the wrong cleaner can cause staining and other damage....
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How to Install Linoleum Flooring on Concrete
With proper preparation, installing linoleum flooring is not a difficult task....
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7 Easy Steps to Installing Marmoleum Click Flooring
Marmoleum is beautiful, eco-friendly, and easy to install....
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3 Options for Uneven Floor Repair
Before you can install new flooring, your subflooring must be even. If it's not, check out thre...
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Installing Brick Pavers Over a Concrete Slab
Cover up your drab concrete with brick pavers....
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Grouting Glass Tile: Tips and Mistakes to Avoid
Don't let a beautiful glass tile job suffer....
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How to Clean Mold on Windows
Mold is alive. It will spread if not cleaned promptly....
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Pros and Cons of Asphalt Rolled Roofing
Asphalt rolled roofing is very popular....
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How to Remove Stains from Concrete Sidewalks
Stained concrete sidewalks can look very bad and worn....
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Parquet Flooring and Water Damage
Parquet used to be one of the most popular flooring types....
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How Long Does Ceramic Tile Floor Grout Take to Dry?
Knowing the proper dry time for your tile floor’s grout is important, but it can change based...
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What Is the Best Way to Glue Veneer to Plywood?
Use rubber cement or contact cement....
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Refinishing Teak Wood
Teak wood is one of the most beautiful woods that is available in the market today....
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Removable Wallpaper: Pros and Cons
Removable wallpaper is quickly becoming a very popular material for many homeowners....
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Do Basement Wall Insulating Panels Require Airspace for Ventilation?
Read this brief advice on installing insulating panels in the basement....
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The Pros and Cons Of Using Polyurethane Foam
Polyurethane foam is one of the most common materials used in the restoration of furniture....
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What Type of Grout Should You Use for Glass Tile?
Grouting is an important part of the installation....
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Polyurethane Foam Dangers and Health Risks
One of the most common materials used in furniture and mattresses is polyurethane foam....
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Metal Outdoor Furniture: Pros and Cons
Using metal outdoor furniture on your patio can provide you with a number of benefits....
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How Often Should the Weed Eater Line Be Replaced?
There is no set amount of time that must go by before you replace your weed eater line....
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How to Butt Floor Tile against Wall Tile
Putting floor tile and wall tile up against each other....
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Water Heater Corrosion: How Do Anodes Work?
Anodes prevent corrosion....
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Pros and Cons of a Wood Furnace Blower
Should you deliver budget heat or more labor?...
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Annealed vs Tempered Glass
Know how each performs during their lifetime....
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Pellet Stoves vs Gas Stoves
Choosing between pellet stoves and gas stoves can be a very difficult decision....
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4 Safety Tips to Remember when Using a Pellet Stove
Installing a pellet stove in your home has become a very popular way to heat....
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5 Tips for Keeping Your Glass Shower Doors Clean
A little routine work makes this upkeep relatively simple....
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How to Remove Stains from an Oak Hardwood Floor
How to remove nasty but common stains from your wood floor....