Sarah is a contributing writer for DoItYourself.com. She's an experienced home improvement writer with a wide range of interests, and especially likes learning about lighting, doors, and working with hardwood.
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How to Cut Honeycomb Shades
Installing honeycomb shades, or cellular shades, in your windows offers several benefits....
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How to Remove Metal Drywall Anchors
Metal drywall anchors can be a great way to hang heavy items....
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How to Protect Your Foam Insulation with a Fire Barrier
A fire barrier is any material that slows fire spread....
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How to Sharpen Riding Mower Blades
Riding mower blades over time become dull....
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Repairing an Automatic Kitchen Exhaust Fan Cover
Long live your grease sucker with the proper maintenance....
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5 Tips for Properly Attaching a Stovepipe
It connects the heating unit to the chimney flue....
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How to Install and Seal a Shower Escutcheon
Installing a shower escutcheon is not a difficult process, but one that you want to do correctl...
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How to Clean and Repair a Tub Pop-up Drain
It's not the most appealing job, but it can be necessary....
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How to Replace a Heating Vent Cover
Replacing a heating vent cover is a simple project that you can do....
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4 Benefits of Copper Plumbing Manifolds
A plumbing manifold is a central control valve....
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Running a Dryer Vent Under a Deck
Running a dryer vent underneath a deck is one solution when the exterior vent is in the area....
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How to Fix a Flexible Pipe Leak in Your Water Heater
A water heater has several components, but some that are most prone to leaking are the pipes....
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4 Steps to Change an Oil Furnace Thermostat
Start by tripping the breaker that supplies power....
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Reconnecting an In-Wall Disconnected Dryer Vent
Reconnecting an in-wall dryer vent can be a bit of a chore due to the lack of access....
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How to Run a Dryer Vent Through a Glass Block
Yes, it can be done!...
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How High to Install a Wall Air Conditioner?
Installing a wall air conditioner is a task that can be done by a knowledgeable do-it-yourselfe...
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Installing an Offset Toilet Flange
An off-set toilet flange is offset from the insertion point....
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How to Install Forced Air Heating
Follow these steps to install forced air heating....
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How to Replace a Toilet Drain
Most piping is made of PVC....
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Running a Dryer Vent Through a Glass Window
Running a dryer vent to the exterior can be tricky....
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How to Replace a Central Air Conditioner Condenser
The condenser in a central air conditioner is one of two main components that produces cold air...
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Subwoofer Crossover Setup Explained
Setting up a surround sound system takes a little more work than most people realize....
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How to Replace the Wiring on a Cassette Tape Adapter
Replacing the wiring on a cassette tape adapter is not hard....
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Gas Fireplace Thermocouple Replacement Tips
Having problems with the pilot light in your gas fireplace, a bad thermocouple is one of the pr...
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Troubleshooting Common Problems with Flush Mount Ceiling Lighting
Flush fixtures offer an elegant simplicity....
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How to Prevent Uneven Floors
Preventing uneven floors is the first step to success....
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How to Make a Mudroom Bench
A mudroom bench will give you a place to stop, sit, and remove muddy boots and wet clothes....
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Troubleshooting Squeaky Brakes
The sound of squeaky brakes can be very concerning....
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How to Create Bullnose Edging in an Archway
How you can create an archway with rounded edges....
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How to Reduce the Cost of Installing Soundproof Glass
Reduce the amount of noise pollution that enters your home....
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The Complete Style Guide to Bamboo Curtain Rings
A relatively new material used in a variety of applications....
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How to Install a Corner Curtain Rod
How to measure and install a corner curtain rod....
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Temperature and Climate Details for Blueboard
Blueboard is a foam used on both interiors and exteriors....
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Proper Plastering Techniques when Using Blueboard
There are a number of considerations to keep in mind....
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How to Replace a Washing Machine Belt
You'll know it's going bad due to a burning rubber smell....
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How to Repair a Wire Curtain Rod
A wire curtain rod is an excellent way to hang curtains....
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How to Install Bullnose Countertop with an Undermount Sink
A bullnose countertop provides a clean, finished edge....
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How to Cut a Storm Door Window
You don't need to replace the entire door....
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Oak vs Maple Hardwood Floors
Which one goes best with the rest of your decor?...
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A Primer in Using Blueboard for Insulation Purposes
Blueboard is a hard foam material preferred by homeowners....
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How to Install a Glass Balustrade Part 1
What is required to install a glass balustrade....
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How to Install an Entry Door with Sidelights Part 2
Learn how to proceed before installing a large heavy door....
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How to Properly Install Roll Roofing
Find out if this less expensive option is right for you....
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What Thickness Fireboard Do You Need?
This fire-retardant drywall is also known as gypsum board....
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How to Install a French Door Lever Handle
Installing a French doorknob yourself....
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How to Replace a Sliding Door Pull Handle
It's easier than regular doors....
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How to Build a Center Support for Your Curtain Rod
A very long curtain rod will frequently sag in the middle....
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How to Replace Entry Door Window Glass
It doesn't require replacing the entire door....
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How to Build a Basement Storage Closet
Follow these steps to build a closet under your basement steps....
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What Is Urethane Foam Insulation?
It's applied with a spray gun....