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How to turn a garbage can into a homemade compost bin

I like this particular composting idea because I live in a small plot in Santa Monica; I don't have room for a huge compost bin, but a converted garbage can is manageable.

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How to use hydroponics for your homemade garden system

This is a pretty great and cheap homemade hydroponics system. Hydroponics systems are a great way to save water and grow some great plants.

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How to make an arc welder with a car battery & pocket change

Amazing. This is so MacGyver, inspired by the man with the ingenuity of a pioneer or inventor.

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How to unclog a drain with a household hack

Retrieve anything you've dropped down the drain with this simple tip. No pipe wrenches or plumbers needed. Family Hack brings you this how to video on unclogging a drain using a vacuum cleaner!

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How to magnetize a screwdriver

Use your car battery to magnetize any screwdriver, wrench or metal tool. This is a wiz of a trick. Try it out with caution, though.

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How to clean concrete with a pressure washer

Pressure washing is the easiest, most effective way to remove grease, oil, dirt and salt that’s been ground into concrete driveways ...more

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How to clean outdoor accessories with a pressure washer

A pressure washer is perfect for cleaning just about any outdoor ...more

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How to clean outdoor grills with a pressure washer

Nice weather means backyard barbecues. But grease and grime can accumulate pretty quickly in between cookouts. Cleaning your barbecue grill ...more

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How to clean pools and spas with a pressure washer

Everybody loves a pool or spa, at least until it's time to clean them. But it doesn't have to be a tough, dirty job, if you have a pressure ...more

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How to clean up the garden in spring

Dave shows you how to tackle garden cleanup in the spring.

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How to clear poison ivy with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to clear poison ivy. Steps: 1. Tape closed pant hems at ankles, and shirt sleeves at ...more

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How to clear your land

In this video, Becky Talks about how to clear land. Many Homesteaders start off with land that needs to be cleared, and Becky offers some ...more

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How to construct a planter box

Follow along with Bob Vila and guest and learn how to construct a planter box. Ryley takes you through every step so it's really easy to ...more

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How to control slugs

Slugs love the lush green leaves of Perennials. There are some old fashioned ways of controlling slugs-pouring salt on them, even creating ...more

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How to control water use for lawns and gardens

How do you keep your garden green while going "green"? Watch this video and find out! One way is to use moisture control systems. The ...more

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How to control weeds

Weeds are something that trouble every gardener in the world. They compete with crops for light, water and nutrients, and can host pests ...more

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How to create a backyard water garden

Dave talks with Tom Frost of MetroWest Water Gardens about promoting plant and fish health in your pond during the summer months.

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How to create a chimney pot garden light

All you've got to do is a some simple wiring and a little digging in the garden. Among the simplest creative reuse projects I've done ...more

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How to create a garden arbor

Tim Carter shows you how to make an arbor from a photograph in a catalog. His tips will enable you to create your own garden arbor plans.

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How to creating a low-maintenance front yard

Bob Vila shows you all the components you'll need to create a low-maintenance front yard. The lawn was taken out because mowing lawns ...more

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How to cut a new garden bed

Dave shows you how to shape the contours of a new garden bed using a garden hose.

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How to de-thatch a lawn with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to de-thatch a lawn. Steps: 1. For small lawns, use thatch rake to comb thatch from ...more

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How to deal with mildew leaf disease

Tom Cole show how to deal with mildew leaf disease. This disease is present in the most dry months of the year. Video helps to identify ...more

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How to deer proof shrubs with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to deer proof shrubs. Steps: 1. Fill nylon mesh bag with human hair and tie to ...more

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How to design a brick walkway with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn different brick patterns. Steps: 1 A running-bond pattern is easy to install and requires ...more

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How to design a fall container

Eva Monheim shares some tips for decorating your front door or back door. It's very easy. She starts with a shrub form of upright ivy and a ...more

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How to divide a plant

Dave shows you how to divide a plant. You start by digging up the plant in preparation for moving it.

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How to do a grass checkerboard landscape

Checkers anyone? Better TV shows you how to make an eye-catching landscape feature that's quick, easy and lots of fun. Watch this video ...more

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How to drain and clean a hot tub spa

This eleven-part video tutorial discusses how to drain and clean a hot tub spa. It goes over the process step-by-step from turning off the ...more

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How to enhance your home with outdoor lighting

This tutorial from the DIY network offers up suggestions for brightening up your home's exterior with outdoor lighting and tips for making ...more

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How to fertilize a lawn with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to fertilize your lawn. 1. Use a walk-behind drop spreader to apply materials—seed ...more

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How to fertilize the lawn

Fertilization is a key ingredient to the success of a beautiful lawn. One of the worst ways to do this is to apply an enormous amount in the ...more

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How to fix bare patches in your lawn.

Tired of having your lawn service maintain your yard. Learn how to fix bare patches, plant new seed, and keep your yard green and beautiful ...more

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How to fix brown patches on your lawn

Grass is like hair. You have bald patches where you wish it would grow and it sprouts up in places where you don't want it to grow. In this ...more

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How to get a green lawn

Make everyone in your neighborhood green with envy over your lush lawn with these landscaping secrets. Learn how to get your lawn green with ...more

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How to get grease off a concrete driveway

You don't have to live with an oil-stained driveway. Get rid of the mess with these stain-busting techniques. This video will show you how ...more

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How to get rid of ivy

Though Ivy can look attractive, when it gets out of control, which it often does, it can look unkempt, damage brick work, and harm trees ...more

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How to get bricklaying tips

Learn how to lay your bricks with ease with this simple video guide.

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How to grow a herb garden

Want to wow your house guests with the freshest homegrown treats in your salads or sauces? This video demonstrates how to plant an herb ...more

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How to grow fruit trees in containers

Eric shares his latest Garden Smart Tip and Ideas. A wonderful addition to your patio garden would be an ornamental fruit tree. Eric shows ...more

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How to grow Mexican honeysuckle

How to grow your own Mexican honeysuckle plants; get professional tips and advice from an expert on growing your own plants and herbs in ...more

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How to grow orchids

Although most of us can't grow Mangoes or Avocados or some of the other plants we're looked at, most everyone can grow or enjoy Orchids ...more

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How to how To Plant A Tree or Shrub

In this gardening tutorial, Dave and Henry Patt show you how to prepare for planting a shrub or tree. Learn how to dig the hole, "face" the ...more

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How to improve the soil

If working an area with poor or eroded soil something must be done to improve the soil so plants will grow. A great tip is to use about 50% ...more

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How to install a drip irrigation system with This Old House

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

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How to install a garden pond

A pond can add a dramatic, yet tranquil touch to your yard or garden. Your pond can be constructed in many different sizes and shapes, all ...more

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How to install a healing garden

Learn how to heal soil, starting with organic soil amending. Bringing nutrients to a balance. Bat guano anyone?

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How to install a mailbox

A new mailbox can change the look of your whole home. This how-to video offers tips for making sure your new mailbox is placed in a safe ...more

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How to install a Rain barrel

A rain barrel can be a great solution to a drain problem. Plus, it will allow you to collect rainwater from your existing gutter and ...more

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How to install a rainwater collector with This Old House

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

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How to install a sprinkler system

Ace Hardware shows you how to install a sprinkler system. Topics covered include mapping out your lawn, tools to use, the benefits of ...more

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How to install artificial grass

The synthetic grass being installed features two different types of blades. There is a soft mono-filament and a twisted fiber that adds a ...more

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How to install low-voltage outdoor lighting

One of the most simple and cost effective ways to liven up your landscaping is through subtle illumination. Low voltage lighting is simple ...more

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How to install Pavestone pavers, retaining walls, and edgers

Check out these three videos on how to design, prepare, and implement ...more

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How to install perfect pathway lights

Looking for a front-yard upgrade that'll have visitors beating a well-lit path to your door? The answer is an easy to install pathway ...more

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DARPA has released footage of the Iron Curtain, a pretty impressive shield system that will protect armored vehicles from oncoming explosives. With $8 million in Army approved funds, DARPA will ...

Big Brother's Watching You (HowTo Un-Google Yourself)

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