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The Many Uses of WD-40

You probably know that WD-40 is pretty useful to have, and hopefully you already have some around your home. But WD-40 might be even more useful than you think, and you might decide to keep a can of it handy in your car and in other places, too, if you read about these "9 Unusual Ways to…

Maintenance for a More Efficient Water Heater

It's certainly no fun having your water heater break down, especially when it's cold outside and you really want that warm shower. And the cost of replacing a broken water heater is not something you want to have to deal with either. So how can you avoid having your water heater fail you? Keep up with…

It can be easy to forget to prepare for emergency when we all want to think that a disaster wouldn't happen to us--only other people. But taking safety precautions can be very simple and so worth it for prevention, or in case you do find yourself in an unthinkable situation like a fire, a robbery, or…

How to Garden in the Snow Winter's coming! Game of Thrones may have put the fear of the cold season in us, but don't take it to heart when it comes to gardening. Even when the snow cover the ground, there's plenty you can still do to prepare for the spring. Not only that, but…

Halloween is just around the corner, and for some people that means that it's also jack-o-lantern season. These glowing gourds can be the perfect home decoration for a Halloween party or to create a spooky spectacle for trick-or-treaters. But for some homeowners who may have never carved a pumpkin before, or who are not very artistic,…

Sealing Air Leaks for More Efficient Heating

Autumnal breezes are beginning to blow with hints of the winter winds that are soon to come. Is your house sealed against leaking out warm air and taking in the cold? Sealing air leaks can save a surprising amount on your heating bill, and with the right tools, you can do it yourself. Your two main…

Fall is here! So how can you decorate your home simply and elegantly for the season? The video below has 5 Inexpensive Ways to Decorate for Fall. Fall flowers. Arrangements of fake fall flowers can add a splash of fall color as centerpieces, on an end table, or on a shelf. Wreaths and garlands of leaves are…

Use Aluminum Foil to Make Kitchen Cleaning Easy

Cleaning cooked-on food off of a stove can be a task that ranges from difficult to impossible. When the food is greasy, sticky, or burnt, the cleaning prospects look even grimmer. Some messes leave permanent stains, and especially if you're renting your living space, you can't afford to leave the space looking anything but pristine. So…

What Are the Dirtiest Places in Your House?

Maybe you try to keep most of the rooms in your house clean, but do you know what most needs cleaning in each room? Did you know that besides the habitual vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and scrubbing, there are certain bacteria-magnets you should be attending to in your cleaning routine? It might surprise you to find out…

If the caulking in your shower has acquired a lot of mold, it may be time to replace it. The process is actually pretty simple, and doesn't require a lot of tools or special skills. To remove the old caulk and clean the moldy areas, you will need: a utility knife a utility scraper all-purpose cleaner…

Can A Used Dryer Sheet Clean Your Shower?

For tough soap stains in your shower, a used dryer sheet might be just the tool you've been looking for. The same ingredients in dryer sheets that soften your laundry can also soften soap scum, even if the dryer sheet has already softened a load of laundry. All you need, is a dryer sheet (new or…

The miter saw is a powerful tool that is great to have in your home woodworking shop. Whether you're building a garden bed or the frame for a window, the miter saw is bound to be your friend. The miter saw includes a few safety features that are important to be aware of when using…

You go to bed with your kitchen clean, but one morning you wake up to a colony of fruit flies, buzzing around all your cooking spaces. Where do they all come from? Fruit flies can be a nuisance, so today we're going to address how to prevent them from entering and how to get rid of…

For those beginning carpenters out there, this is a lesson in safety. Carpentry tools can be very dangerous in the hands of the inexperienced, so be sure to be aware of your surroundings and yourself when using any carpenter's tools. A table saw is used when you need to rip (cut) a long piece of wood.…

Looking to build a reading nook? This sunroom bench made from salvage is an inexpensive way to install such a place in your house! To find the salvage wood for this project, check out websites and forums on it, or search for salvage shops in your area. Salvage wood, or wood taken from dismantled buildings or furniture, is…

Category Archives: How to

The Many Uses of WD-40

Maintenance for a More Efficient Water Heater

Home Safety Essentials

How to Garden in the Snow

How To Carve a Jack-o-Lantern

Sealing Air Leaks for More Efficient Heating

Decorating for Fall

Use Aluminum Foil to Make Kitchen Cleaning Easy

What Are the Dirtiest Places in Your House?

Replace Your Moldy Caulking

Can A Used Dryer Sheet Clean Your Shower?

All About Using a Miter Saw

Tips to Rid Your Kitchen of Fruit Flies

Steps to Safely Using a Table Saw

DIY Sunroom Bench

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Category Archives: How to

For Your Remodeling Needs Call 703.926.5339

For Your Remodeling Needs
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