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DIY & Repairs

How to Cut a Coped Joint in Wood Trim

Start at an inside corner., Make a 45 degree miter cut., Cut the profile with a coping saw., Test the cut., Fine-tune...

6 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Fix Squeaky Floorboards

You will need:some talcum powder, a damp cloth,a drill, a screwdriver, possible a 50mm screw., Locating the mischievous...

12 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Fix a Squeaky Floor

Identify the source of the squeak., Weight the squeak from above., Attach a brace between the joist and the subfloor...

5 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Install a Banister

Purchase a banister at a home-improvement store or on the Internet. , Determine the correct height for the banister...

12 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Build a Hip Roof

Measure the length of your common rafters, hip rafters and ridge beam allowing room at the end of the common rafters...

19 steps 1 min Advanced
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How to Frame a Floor

Look up the building code for your area., Plan your floor framing layout., Cut all the wood members to size., Install...

9 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Build a Gambrel Roof

Lay out the 2 x 6-inch (5 x 15 cm) truss materials on a level area, overlapping the joints., Assemble the roof trusses...

3 steps 1 min Easy
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How to Build a Roof

Choose your roof style., Consider your climate., Choose your materials., Consider the location., Determine your pitch...

17 steps 10 min Advanced
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How to Build With Glass Blocks

Do not use glass blocks to build load-bearing walls., Allow for expansion., Always use the spacers to maintain the...

3 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Install a Steel Roof

Measure the roof., Order your steel roofing panels., Cover the shingles., Lay the batten boards., Install the eave...

10 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Install Brick Veneer

Measure the wall that you wish to build a brick veneer around and calculate the amount of materials necessary., Wet the...

11 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Install Ceramic Wall Tile

Make sure your wall is ready to go., Use a level and tape to measure for your tile locations., Mark the locations on...

14 steps 8 min Advanced
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How to Install Baseboards

Use a utility knife to cut through caulking or paint along the top edge of the trim., Use a pry bar to loosen the trim...

17 steps 8 min Advanced
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How to Install Aluminum Siding

Prepare the area., Install the underlayment., Add the corner posts., Install the footer., Place a strip of F-channel...

17 steps 3 min Advanced
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How to Install Crown Molding

Purchase your molding., Create a guide fence for your miter saw., Make any necessary scarf cuts., Cut any outside...

5 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Install Exterior Siding

Install horizontal siding, such as aluminum or vinyl by hanging the underlayment and installing the trim. , Add the...

31 steps 2 min Advanced
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How to Install Molding

Cut the pieces to the right size., Locate and mark your studs., Glue the edges., Place the piece., Nail it in place...

27 steps 7 min Advanced
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How to Install New Baseboard

Remove the old baseboard if it exists., Measure, mark and cut the new molding., Fit the molding pieces in place and...

5 steps 2 min Medium
DIY & Repairs

How to Knock Down a Wall

Consult with your builder or blueprints regarding the structure., Turn off the electricity., Remove trim from the...

4 steps 1 min Easy

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