Tag: contests
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Save This Old House: Maine Second Empire
An 1860s merchant’s house shows off excellent examples of this high style’s elaborate detailing
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snow pusher
A snow pusher—basically a shovel with a C-shaped blade—is handy for clearing lightweight, fluffy snow. — Snow and Ice Removal
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How to Install a Pedestal Sink
Plumbing expert Richard Trethewey makes a challenging bathroom renovation task look easy
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A Fireplace Face-Lift for Just $87
A blah brick hearth gets a cheery cottage-style refresher with some clever DIY woodwork and a high-contrast paint job
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interior storm windows reduce heating costs
Consider interior storm windows. They are barely noticeable but do a great job of stopping air movement and reducing heating costs.
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All About Gas Fireplaces
A chimney sweep should inspect the structure for cracks, loose bricks, or missing mortar.— Clean Sweeps for Fireplaces
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fishing line disaster kit essentials
Use fishing line (a super-strong, waterproof filament) to tie a flapping door closed or secure a tarp over a broken car window. — 6 Surprise Disaster-Kit Essentials
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nail gun safety, take finger off trigger
Take your finger off the trigger immediately after you’ve driven in a fastener. And never carry the nail gun with your finger cocked to shoot.— Nail Gun Safety
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Use cornmeal to soak up grease.
Use cornmeal to soak up grease: cover fresh grease stain with cornmeal, let it sit a few hours, then sweep it up.— Best Nontoxic Cleaners
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protect fridge’s computer chip
Safeguard the computer chips that control your fridge by replacing the power outlet with a surge protection receptacle.— Bottom-Line Fridge Facts