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Make a wind powered generator with MAKE magazine

How to make a wind powered generator with MAKE magazine

Great project to teach kids about energy consumption and a rather simple machine.

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Make a compact chair from (free) post office boxes

How to make a compact chair from (free) post office boxes

Watch this video hosted by Graffiti Research Lab in NYC and learn how to create a portable chair for free out of post office boxes. These guys provide a resting place for the city lunch roamer, but these chairs ...

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Install a garage door and opener

How to install a garage door and opener

Installing a new garage door and opener may seem daunting at first, but if you take your time and do the job step-by-step, it's a good weekend project. It will take from nine to 12 hours for most doors, then ...

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How to install a new lockset

Install a new lockset

A new wood door will require a new lockset. Simple tools and accurate measurements make installing your own lockset an easy job.

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How to install base boards

Install base boards

This tutorial will talk you through installing base boards. Installing base molding adds dimension to baseboard. It protects baseboards ...more

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How to install post and dowel fencing

Install post and dowel fencing

My how-to on Post and Dowel Fencing. My buddy Sven and I, with the help of landowner Rex, installing a massive post & dowel Fence. You need ...more

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How to install your own home exaust fan

Install your own home exaust fan

Toologics editor Jude Herr hosts this kitchen remodel series! Jude and her Father, from American Builders, outline the project. First ...more

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How to install a bulkhead basement door

Install a bulkhead basement door

Learn how to remove and replace a basement bulkhead door; watch a video containing step-by-step instructions for door removal and ...more

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How to maintain a steam radiator with This Old House

Maintain a steam radiator with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to maintain a steam ...more

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How to make a custom organizer for a child's closet

Make a custom organizer for a child's closet

Learn how to build a modular closet organizer with easy to rearrange shelving; includes instructions along with tips, materials, and tools ...more

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How to paint a cast iron radiator with This Old House

Paint a cast iron radiator with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to paint a cast iron ...more

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How to rejuvenate a chair

Rejuvenate a chair

Sarah McColl, the modern Martha Stewart from Brooklyn, takes full advantage of outdoor space. She shows us how to reupholster and ...more

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How to repair a squeaky floor

Repair a squeaky floor

It is quite common to have wooden floors at home, while the years pass these kind of floors became squeaky. This is a how to video about how ...more

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How to repair a subfloor in your home

Repair a subfloor in your home

Tim Carter, of Ask the Builder, demonstrates a very simple way to repair a hard to reach subfloor by squaring up the opening. Watch and ...more

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How to repair vinyl siding with This Old House

Repair vinyl siding with This Old House

In this video from This Old House, you'll learn how to repair vinyl siding with General Contractor Tom Silva Steps: 1. Cut piece of ...more

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How to repair your own drywall

Repair your own drywall

Here are some DIY drywall repair projects from Extreme How-To. Do a bullet patch or a batten patch. This is a great, and highly informative ...more

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How to replace a wall outlet

Replace a wall outlet

s it time to repair a busted wall outlet or replace an old one? Watch how to perform this simple task quickly and safely. You will need an ...more

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How to securely hang a shelf

Securely hang a shelf

Adding a decorative shelf to a room enhances the decor and also gives you a place to display your favorite photos and knickknacks. Before ...more

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How to tape and finish drywall seams

Tape and finish drywall seams

Smooth, taped seams give walls a finished look. Whether you use paper or adhesive tape for your walls, the taping and finishing methods are ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by Klaus Macht Alles | Comments 0
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How to tile over laminate countertop

Tile over laminate countertop

Learn how to tile over a plastic laminate countertop; watch a video demonstrating the use of the thin-skin system to bond tile to plastic ...more

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How to winterize your home

Winterize your home

Here's how you can seal off your home so that cold air won't get in. This will help you conserve energy and money. Try using caulk ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by God | Comments 0
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How to acid stain a floor

Acid stain a floor

This is a great video to learn how to acid stain a concrete floor.

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How to add a vent to your heating and A/C

Add a vent to your heating and A/C

Bob Fenwick shows us how to add a vent to the existing heating and A/C system of your home.This can be accomplished with a few sheet metal ...more

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World's Fastest Bicycle Goes 75mph

Cycling enthusiasts, behold. Fastest bicycle in the world, designed by VARNA of British Columbia. Pretty impressive. Check it out, Barbara Buatois of France completes her new One Hour World Record at ...

Knit Your Food

Knitted delectable delights from Ed Bing Lee. Inspired? Gotta start somewhere. Previously, Crocheters Like to Party, Too. English Ladies Knit Entire Village.

Bomb-Proof Your Home With Wallpaper

Incredible. A company called Berry Plastics (in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) has developed a working bomb proof wallpaper. The technology has the ability to protect against both ...

Tattoo Yourself (or Your Girlfriend)

Henna. Beautiful, fun, exotic... and best of all... Do-It-Yourself (with a little practice). Also, unlike tattoos, it's temporary. Henna generally lasts for 1-3 weeks. An ancient tradition, henna is ...

The Mother of all Ping Pong Guns - LETHAL

The lethal pneumatic ping pong gun. This thing isn't exactly wife approved. Creator Ron Kessinger built this mighty powerful ping pong launcher - "a variation on a potato cannon, built to run on ...

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