Seal Drafty Doors and Cut Your Energy Bill
My front door had a gap at the bottom big enough to slide a magazine through. In winter, cold air […]
Install an Under-Cabinet Range Hood Without Calling an Electrician
My old range hood had been dead for two years. The light still worked, but the fan motor made a […]
Lubricate Your Garage Door So It Stops Waking the Neighborhood
My garage door sounded like a dying whale. Every morning at 6:30, when I left for work, the entire house […]
Organize Your Garage in One Weekend Without Losing Your Mind
You know that feeling when you open the garage door and immediately close it because you do not want the […]
How to Hang a Heavy Mirror Without Studs (And Without It Falling)
My wife bought a 40-pound framed mirror at an estate sale. It was beautiful — ornate gold frame, beveled glass, […]
Hide Scratches on Wood Furniture Instantly
My coffee table had a gouge from a dog toy that was launched across the room at high speed. I […]
Re-Caulk Your Bathtub Like a Pro
The caulk around my tub was black. Not stained — black. Mold had moved in and made itself at home. […]
Replace a Light Switch Safely in 10 Minutes
The light switch in my hallway made a crackling sound for three months. Every time I flipped it, I flinched […]
Replace a Toilet Seat in Under 10 Minutes
My toilet seat had been loose for a year. It shifted every time I sat down. I just got used […]
Clean Paint Brushes So They Last for Years
I have thrown away at least six paint brushes that could have been saved. I would finish painting, leave the […]