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Blog Post What is the difference between a wire and cable? by OKR
Wire and cable is just not the same thing. Learn in the article below what the difference is exactly and also what types or cord are used for the most common purposes. Wire and cable safety tips: ...
Blog Post Small Engine Carburetor Cleaning / Repair by svfixer
Only been here a week, but it's obvious this is a very hot topic.  Must be all the snowfall out east.  Sorry, I don't have the problem here in sunny, southern Arizona. I may not have sno...
Blog Post How to make lamps and vases from glass bottles? by OKR
A glass bottle need not be thrown a way. You can make beautiful lamps or vases and pots from bottles. Whether it is for you or a friend, it is a self made gift that does not cost much ...
Blog Post How to knit a sweater? by OKR
Knitting is the new buzz! Everybody is returning to good old hand made sweaters. Many celebrities are leading the new fad and calling knitting the new yoga! Cameroon Diaz and Julia Robe...
Blog Post Things you can make out of old CD's by OKR
You think they are junk? No! Do not throw them away. From a drop spindle to Christmas light reflectors, there are many cool ideas and things you can make out of used CD's. Your kids can join th...
Blog Post Smelly septic system by Kristin
A septic tank, the key component of a septic system, is a small scale sewage treatment system common in areas with no connection to main sewage pipes provided by private corporations or local gov...
Blog Post Installing your own car radio by OKR
Why pay extra money for a professional when the task at hand is a simple one. Installing a car radio does not require fancy electronics. This task can be done by anyone who has the patients to re...
Blog Post Need more info!!! by svfixer
I've been here 2 days and am amazed how people post questions without giving adequate or absolutely no information about what they are asking about. We wouldn't be here if we didn't want to help...
Blog Post Laying a patio by OKR
Laying a patio is a fairly large project so it's important to plan well. Get to know the characteristics of your garden before choosing the area you want to pave. Your decision can be influence...
Blog Post When cheap might not be so cheap! by svfixer
Based on the number of people trying to buy parts for Harbor Freight tools, it seems obvious that that these might not be such a good buy. It's hard enough to get parts for the reputable, establ...
Blog Post Repairing paint scratches and chips. by OKR
photo credit, creative commons license coolblack75 You just went to the mall in your brand new shining car. You parked at the far end, so that no car will be parked near you and yet, when yo...
Blog Post How to preserve newspaper clips? by OKR
Learn how to preserve news paper clips and your information will remain for posterity. You can use this technique to preserve other paper printed materials too. Remember to test ...
Blog Post How to diagnose a problem in your car quickly and efficiently? by OKR
The best way to get your car repaired, without being ripped off, is to know what the trouble is in the first place. Trouble shooting is also the first step in any do it yourself auto repair. wi...
Blog Post Replacing the kitchen countertop by OKR
Replacing the countertop may seem like a complicated project but in reality it is not that bad and can certainly be managed by oneself. After watching all those "redo your home" sho...
Blog Post Growing Your Own Windowsill Micro greens by Kristin
I love growing my one herbs and an ocasional vegatable. We don't have much space in our garden, and use huge planters to do this. I love nipping out of the front door to get some parsely f...
Blog Post Starting Work on "The Outhouse" by thenrie
On Saturday morning work began on the "big house", which my 18 year-old son calls "the outhouse", due to the stench of dog urine.  I have been told the former owner kept as many as 30 dogs in th...
Blog Post How to Care For Unidentified Tropical Household Plants by Kristin
how often do you run into a plant that you just have got to have, but you can't find any information on it, so are not really sure what kind of care it needs I do that all the time. I h...
Blog Post Most commonly used electric boxes. by OKR
Before you take on any electrical work, make sure you know what electric box you need. Check out this short summery about the most commonly used boxes and their purposes. You can by the boxes m...
Blog Post Humorous Glues by Kristin
The Glue industry has been hit with a wave of humor, with Locktite naming its new boy on  the block sumo glue Toolmonger writes all about it.
Blog Post Adding value to your house with simple DIY projects by OKR
Most people begin to consider the value of their home when they come to sell it. There are many things that influence our home's value but for the most part there is not much we can do ...
Blog Post Wooden Perfection by Kristin
creative common license Geekly Luckily for me, I like the old and rugged look,  the trickiness of finishing wood to the best and most perfect finish possible, with stains or shellac is ...
Blog Post Termites by Kristin
Reading about Genes termite problems , made this old Popeye cartoon pop into my memory. Popeye has one possible solution to the termite problem, but fortunately that is not the&n...
Blog Post insulating the loft by PhildoesDIY
Insulation is the first line of defence in the fight against high energy bills, for around half the heat lost in a typical home escapes through the walls and the roof. It is estimated that around 25%...
Blog Post Extra Super Glue by Kristin
I am not a big glue fan, it tends to be the least desirable and strong way to connect things, and given a choice I would much rather go for a mechanical joint,especially in no porous materials like g...
Blog Post Energy saving appliances and lighting by PhildoesDIY
In the average household lighting contributes to about 15% of the electricity bill. Replacing standard light bulbs with energy saving bulbs can reduce the amount of electricity consumed by one fifth....
Blog Post No such thing as a dumb question by svfixer
I'm glad see that the thread about "door open or closed" has been taken down. Personally, I was ashamed for our forum community by the responses which had been posted in reply to this post; hiding...
Blog Post Measuring Gigs by Kristin
Taking measurements is kind of a pain, especially if you need to be accurate - Like for hanging pictures in a line, or putting multiple knobs on cabinet doors and so on. Somehow, it nev...
Blog Post And the work continues on the "outhouse". by thenrie
On Thursday I hired my son and a couple of his friends to finish ripping walls out of our little Cape Cod (which will become a rental, eventually), so I can rewire the whole house.  It is a 1950...
Blog Post New Blog About My Project Houses by thenrie
I recently posted a question on the Home Repairs forum regarding dog urine in a house I was in the process of buying.  As I returned to the forum a few times to check on new posts and look for a...
Blog Post Creating A Greener Home One Room At A Time by admin
Considering the deteriorating state of the planet today, it's about time we start taking more of an active interest in the environment. Perhaps it's upcoming election, escalating home heating costs, ...
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