Sandy has a lot of home improvement background. She worked for a big box home improvement company for 12 years and wrote home improvement articles for the community newspaper for 2 years. From organic ways to keep deer out of the garden, to explaining how to winterize your house, Sandy can help you with all things DIY!
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How to Paint an Exterior StaircaseFreshen up your staircase with a lot of prep and a bit of paint....
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Gazebo vs. PergolaWhich one of these outdoor structures should grace your space?...
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Home Heating OptionsWarm up your icebox of a house with one of these....
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3 Privacy Options You Can't Afford Not to HaveThere are many ways to create privacy....
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How to Make Your Hellstrip HeavenlyTake that strip of ground between the street and the sidewalk up a notch with these landscaping...
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Creative Succulent Garden IdeasSucculents are an easy way to get creative with your gardening....
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The Best DIY Organic FertilizersSave money in your garden by making DIY fertilizers....
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Beginning Vegetable Gardening TipsNew to veggie gardening? Get started with these tips and tricks?...
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How to Assess Your Furnace for ReplacementEarly spring is the perfect time to assess your furnace's operation....
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How to Clean Your FireplaceIt's a dirty task, but we break it down so you can soon be sitting in front of a roaring fire....
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Electric vs. Gas vs. Wood Fireplaces: the Heat Is OnA fireplace can add value and aesthetic to your home....
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No-Mow LawnsGive up mowing, not the hope of having a lawn....
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13 Hacks With LED Adhesive TapeLED adhesive tape is flexible, making it the perfect solution for spaces that need some light....
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How to Help Your Dishwasher Run BetterWe're guessing you rarely clean your dishwasher, which means its not running at peak efficiency...
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Big Storage Ideas for Small BathroomsIf your bathroom feels more like a water closet, open it up with this advice....
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An Environmentally Friendly Paint Alternative: DIY Lime WashingIt's affordable, easy, and eco-friendly....
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3 Plants That Attract ButterfliesWho doesn't love butterflies?...
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How to DIY Allure FlooringAllure flooring is a snap to install....
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Creating a Universal Design KitchenAccessibility is the key to a layout everyone can use....
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Create a Paneled Wall With MoldingMolding is simply wood, so use it to create a masterpiece....
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How to Save Money With InsulationMake the (easy) investment now....
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A Home Fire Safety ChecklistEspecially in the months when we welcome a fire's warmth into our homes, it's important to take...
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8 Ways to Update Your Space With PaintPaint can magically transform any space or item into something new, whether it's creating a hea...
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How to Paint a Stair RunnerYou have a blank canvas right under your feet. Take note: you will need lots of painters tape!...
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Shabby Chic Style GuideShabby chic is all about decorating with items that look antique, distressed, and as if they be...
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Give Your House a Face Lift: A Curb Appeal OverviewPut some flowers in, paint the trim, install new door hardware....
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A Primer on Interior Paint FinishesKnow your paint finishes for the final touch....
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Preventative Basement Disaster Tips3 tips to prevent basement problems....
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Finding Your Man Cave StyleDoes it need a big screen TV or a place to work out?...
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How to Paint a Garage FloorIt will look great, last longer, and clean up easily....
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Stop Rust on Your Tools: Storage, Prevention, and TreatmentYour tools work hard for you, so give them some TLC....
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DIY an Oversized Outdoor Jenga GameMake a jumbo-sized version of this classic game to play outdoors!...
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Bad Homeowner Habits to Break NowA new year is upon us, so why not attempt to break some of those habits that are hurting your h...
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5 Myths About Home FiresMake your family and home's safety your number one priority....
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Update Your Kitchen With PaintPaint isn't just for walls....
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DIY a Book SafeSurprise someone with a gift designed to hide treasure....
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How to Air Out a BasementFreshen your basement after it's been closed up all winter....
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How to Install Ceramic TileCeramic tiles are durable and low-maintenance....
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6 Habits to a Heavenly ClosetNever approach an overflowing, disorganized closet again....
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A Mushroom Invasion: How to Deal With the Fungi in Your LawnIf you want a mushroom-free lawn, try these simple techniques....
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DIY a Backyard Checker and Chess BoardHave fun outside and expand your mind with this game board....
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The Great Pool Debate: Salt Water vs. ChlorineWhich kind of pool is the way to go for your lifestyle?...
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How to Refinish a Cast Iron TubA project for a long weekend....
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How to (Safely and Securely) Mount Things on Your RV WallHow do you deal with thin RV walls and meeting your decorating and storage solution needs?...
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Multimeter BasicsMultimeters can be used to test a number of different items....
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How to Go Green in Your House on a Budget7 ways to save the environment without opening up your wallet too wide....
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8 Cutting Edge Sustainable Building MaterialsUse any of these building materials to give your house that extra edge in creating a smaller fo...
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How to Throw a Super Easy Superbowl PartyThrowing a Super Bowl party can be stress-free with our tips for decorations, food, and even in...
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An Introduction to XeriscapingSave water, money, and time by planting drought-resistant flora. You only have to plant them an...
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4 Green Roofing Options to Put Those Asphalt Shingles to ShameGoing green sometimes means more than conserving energy. Which environmentally friendly roofing...
