Rowan is a contributing writer for DoItYourself.com. He's an experienced home improvement researcher and project creator with a wide range of interests, and especially enjoys learning about masonry and metalwork.
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Building a Woodworking Bench in 5 Steps
A bench is a workshop necessity....
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How to Make Plywood Hurricane Window Shutters
In a hurricane prone area, window shutters are essential....
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Vent-Free vs Direct Vent Fireplaces
When choosing a new fireplace, you may have the choice between direct vent fireplaces and vent-...
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Wood Baseboard vs. Vinyl Baseboard
Wood baseboards have been around for many decades....
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How to Fix a Stuck Ballcock
If a ballcock is stuck, it will cause an overflowing toilet....
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Gas Furnace vs Electric Heat Pumps: Which to Choose
Electric heat pumps have a number of advantages over traditional gas furnaces....
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How to Repair a Leaking Flue Pipe
In a gas-heated home, a flue pipe vents the gases out through the roof....
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Tips for Getting Flood Water Out of Furnace Ducts
Flooding in your furnace ducts can cause considerable damage....
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Difference Between Left and Right-Handed Tub Drain
Do you know which kind of drain your need? Or which one you might already have?...
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5 Benefits of Installing an Extractor Fan
Extractor fans are meant to remove humidity, smoke, smells, grease, and gas from areas of your...
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Tips for Troubleshooting Heat Pump Unit Smells
Learn how to fix the problem of persistent smells coming from your heat pump....
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Why Purchase IC Recessed Lights
IC recessed lights give protection from overheating and fires caused by hot light fixtures....
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How to Repair a Swimming Pool Main Drain Leak
A main drain leak can be a repair technician's nightmare....
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How to Make Your Own Adjustable Bar Stools
Adjustable bar stools can be made of a variety of materials....
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How to Repair a Cracked Speaker Cone
Speaker cones can be damaged in many ways....
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How to Fix a Backless Bar Stool
Keep your swivel adjusters in working condition....
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Metal Counter Stool Design Ideas
Your metal counter stools say a lot about your own style....
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How to Glue Engineered Hardwood Floors
Gluing engineered hardwood floors is not a difficult job....
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Trailer Hitch Buying Guide
A trailer hitch is the mechanism that attaches a trailer to your vehicle....
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How to Design Retro Bar Stools
Retro is coming back in style....
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Installing Retractable Screen Doors
Installing retractable screen doors is not difficult....
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How to Clean Engineered Flooring
Cleaning engineered flooring should be done regularly....
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How to Level a Basement Ceiling
Follow these steps to level a basement ceiling....
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Vinyl vs Aluminum Windows
Vinyl and aluminum vary in strength and versatility....
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How to Choose a Security Door
When choosing a security door, consider style and design....
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How to Make Your Own Decorative Wall Panels
They can add interest and appeal to any space....
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Drywall Material Prices
They can differ from place to place....
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How to Replace Your Bathroom Vanity Light Fixture
Follow these steps to add a bathroom vanity light fixture....
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How to Apply Protective Sealant on Venetian Plaster
Venetian plaster is made by applying thin layers of plaster....
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Installing Pet Screen Door Protectors
A pet screen door protector can save you money....
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11 Painting Ideas For Wainscoting Your Kitchen
Wainscoting is a classic, clean wall covering....
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How to Sand Drywall Mud
Finishing drywall with the proper tools will pay off....
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Using Drywall Clips
Drywall clips are used to support your drywall sheets at the corners. They are placed on the ed...
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How to Install Stair Nosing on Tile
Follow these steps to add stair nosing to your tile....
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How to Remove Vinyl Windows
There are a few types of vinyl windows, each requiring a slightly different way of removing the...
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How to Fix Drywall Tape
Learn how to fix lifted or cracked drywall tape....
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How to Clean Shower Drain Weep Holes
Follow these steps to clean your shower drain weep holes....
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How to Raise Your Shower Base
Follow these steps to raise your shower base....
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Removing Aluminum Windows
Aluminum windows are easy to remove with only a few tools. Most aluminum windows are the slidin...
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How to Wet Sponge Drywall Joint Compound
Drywall joint compound is a messy product....
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How to Build a Custom Truck Bed Cover
A truck bed cover is used to cover and protect the bed of a pickup truck and anything you have...
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5 Types of Auto Body Kits
An auto body kit is a collection of aftermarket car body items designed to add aerodynamic styl...
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How to Remove Drywall
Removing drywall is a common part of remodeling a home. If you're doing the job yourself, you s...
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How to Make Your Own Outdoor Wicker Furniture: Tables
Build your own wicker table with five simple steps....
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How to Repair a Rotting Porch Railing
Replacing it is always an option, but if you have a small area of rot on your porch railing the...
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How To Build A French Door
French doors are a popular and stylish way of opening a room to the outdoors or dividing up spa...
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How to Fix a Power Window
The most common reasons for this problem are friction on the window seals/gasket and a worn reg...
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Can Too Much Transmission Fluid Hurt a Vehicle?
Transmissions are vital and expensive to repair. Learn about changing your transmission fluid t...
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How to Adjust Air Brakes
On a big rig, you may need to adjust the air brakes....