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How to Fix Leaking Tractor Tires
While mowing the lawn or hauling brush with your lawn tractor, one of the tires may spring a leak. Maybe you hit a nail or a thorn punctured the tire. Whatever the cause, the tire has to be fixed; otherwise, the tractor becomes an expensive paperweight. There is only one cheap and simple way to try
How to Build a Rotating Media Cabinet
Media cabinets are the finishing touch to a home entertainment system, providing organized storage for DVDs and CDs. But storage can become an issue if you live in a small space, or if you're a serious film or music buff. One storage solution is to build a revolving media cabinet with shelving on al
What Is the Proper Height of a Light Above a Vanity?
Installing bathroom light fixtures at the wrong elevation not only makes the room appear imbalanced, but also complicates your grooming routine. When positioned too high or too low, lights create unattractive shadows and increase the likelihood of shaving and makeup mistakes. By mounting light fixtu
How to Remove Tree Mold From Roof Shingles
Roofs are susceptible to stains and mold from overhanging trees, weather and humidity. Mold can shorten the life of shingles and can also be unsightly. The best way to treat mold on shingles is to prevent it from occurring, but once it has established itself it is fairly easy to remove and keep off.
How to Insulate Lath & Plaster Walls
Many older houses that have lath and plaster walls often have little or no insulation in the walls. Insulating the exterior walls in your home can help lower your heating and cooling costs by making your home more energy-efficient. You can insulate your existing lath and plaster walls by using blown
Problems with Finishing Hardwood Floors
Nothing looks better than a newly finished hardwood floor--unless you do it badly. Floors that are oversanded, or have overly dark or splotchy stain or bubbles in the gloss are going to look bad not matter how nice the wood is. Take the time to do it right, and watch out for these common...
Minwax Wood Filler Directions
There are two primary uses for wood filler. The right filler can bring out the beauty of grain or it can do what the name suggests --- fill holes in a wood surface. Minwax produces two forms of filler as of 2011, stainable and high performance. Minwax High Performance Wood Filler is for big jobs, su
Cleaning Marble Floors
The best way to keep your marble floors clean is with a regimented daily ritual of preventive maintenance. Sweeping and mopping on a daily basis can ensure that the amount of damage to your marble floors is limited. Marble is a soft stone and can easily be scratched. Clipping the dog's nails and not
Care for Varthane Wood Floors
Varathane wood floor finishing has been a consistently popular way to finish and refinish any kind of wood floor. The three-step process of installation is easy, takes only a few hours and will provide many years of beauty and trouble-free performance. Caring for a Varathane-treated wood floor is si
How to Get the Kickplate Off a GE Profile Refrigerator
The GE Profile refrigerator comes in side-by-side, bottom or top freezer or french door styles. Its features include adjustable bins and shelves, water filtration and dispensing, ice maker, temperature and humidity controlled drawers, and large capacity. All of the Profile refrigerators have a kickp
How Do I Break a Cinder Block Into Two Parts?
Cinder blocks are hollow blocks of concrete used in various building projects. They are porous, and with constant hammered pressure, they will split in a few minutes. They can be split into two parts with mason's tools including a hammer and chisel with a metal handle and a flattened edge long enoug
How to Prepare a Basement Floor
Basement floors are usually made of concrete, and it’s not always in great shape. If you want to lay tile, carpet or any other type of flooring over such a floor that has dips, cracks or holes in it, those contours could affect the top flooring material. Liquid floor leveler is a thin cement t
How to Build Pergola Columns From Landscaping Stone
Pergolas are arbors or trellises that consist of overhead structures that support vines or other types of plants. When building a pergola, you will need to find a material for the columns that is solid, attractive and will endure the elements. The use of landscaping stone is a popular solution for b
What Type of Tile Goes With Dark Cabinets & Dark Countertops?
When it comes time to design your kitchen, there are a variety of design options you can choose from. While some of it comes down to functionality, most of the design elements of your kitchen are based upon personal preference. With dark cabinets and countertops in particular, there are a number of
Tips for Installing Wainscoting Panels
When you want to give a room an elegant, traditional look, adding wainscoting panels to the walls is an ideal option. They can be used in a variety of rooms, including the living room, dining room and even the bedroom and can be left with a natural finish or painted to contrast with the rest of the
How to Care for a Formica Counter Top
Formica is a popular material that is used to make kitchen and bathroom counter tops in many homes. It is inexpensive, durable and easy to take care of. Despite its durability, you can cause damage to your Formica if you are not careful. Taking proper care of your Formica counter tops is easy and en
How to Remove Black Spots From Wood Floors
It’s important to properly remove black spots found on your hardwood floors or you could damage the wood. Black spots can appear on hardwood floors if water spots, urine or ink stains go untreated. Depending on the stain and how it reacts to certain treatments, you may have to try a variety of
What Kind of Fireplace Insert Should I Get?
Fireplace inserts can help reduce heating costs while improving the heat output of the fireplace, with no increase in pollution. The inserts are installed into an existing masonry fireplace. They also modernize, improve the appearance and increase the value of a home. Fireplace inserts come with a s
How to Measure the Square Footage in a Room
For a variety of reasons, it's good to know the square footage of each room in your home. Square footage relates to the value of your home, how much renter's insurance you should get and the quantity of materials necessary for home improvement projects. Square and rectangular rooms are simple to cal