Chemically Stripping Wood
7. If you are trying to strip off paint that was applied directly to bare wood, most likely the paint has seeped into the pores of the wood and it will be very difficult to remove. Some types of wood will make your ... [... more]
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Replacing Glass
7. Gently press the new glass into position, making sure it is contacting the glazing compound on all edges. Place glazing points flat on the glass surface. Using a putty knife, push glazing points horizontally into ... [... more]
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Applying An Oil Or Water-Based Stain
Using a water-based stain eliminates most fumes and requires less care and clean up than oil-based stains. However, using water-based stain does require another step in the process, as you need to apply a wood ... [... more]
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Installing A Valance
Valances add a great touch to windows that you do not want to cover completely, but that you also do not want to leave bare. Bare windows can seem cold and uninviting, and adding window dressing such as a window ... [... more]
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Silencing Floor Squeaks
1. Start with a little investigative work. You need to determine exactly where the squeak is coming from before you can take action. If the ceiling below is open and accessible, have a helper walk over the squeaky ... [... more]
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Replacing A Receptacle
11. Switch the breaker back on (or reinstall the fuse). Test the new receptacle using the voltage tester to make sure the installation was successful. If you installed a receptacle in the middle of a series, you ... [... more]
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Wallpapering Corners & Obstacles
Unfortunately, you should keep in mind that in some older homes (and in some newer ones too!), there are rarely plumb corners as the house settles over time. This might have made your task harder since you can't ... [... more]
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Replacing A 3-Way Switch
8. Push the switch into place. Adjust the switch so that it is perpendicular to the floor. Tighten the two screws that hold it in position. Install the new switch plate over the switch. Switch the breaker back on ... [... more]
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Wallpapering Preparation
However, as much as wallpaper can enhance a room, it is imperative that you prepare your walls for your wallpapering effort. Many people are hasty in their preparatory effort, which often results in poor adhesion of ... [... more]
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Knocking Out A Wall
1. Before you start, it is critical to determine whether or not the wall you are about to demolish is a load-bearing wall. If it is a load-bearing wall, you will need to find a way to make up for its supporting ... [... more]
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Making Radiator Covers
1. Measure the height, width and depth of the radiator. Make sure to include any inflow and outflow pipes that are connected to the radiator. You will want to cover the pipes as well as the radiator. To make sure ... [... more]
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Wallpapering Basics
1. The first strip of wallpaper that you lay is the most important as any errors in its placement will have repercussions and affect all subsequent strips of wallpaper. You should choose an inconspicuous area in ... [... more]
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