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Setting up a business, small or large, can be an exciting and exhilarating experience which will hopefully lead to long term success. However, as is the case with anything that has such potential for reward, it can also sometimes be a difficult and stressful experience. There is no way to avoid the fact that going […]
Nothing says warm and cozy like an indoor brick fireplace. Building your own takes some hard work, but the end result can truly enhance the appeal of your home. To make this project a bit more manageable, try purchasing a fireplace masonry kit. This should include most of the supplies needed to complete this DIY […]
Installing new doors and windows in your home will not only increase its value, it can also reduce energy costs significantly. Tackling these projects yourself can save you a bundle in labor costs; and since doors and windows are available in various sizes and materials, you can usually find “direct swap” replacements for quicker, easier […]
Setting up your first work bench is a brilliant experience – it’s a declaration to yourself that you’re going to knuckle down and take your DIY, personal projects, and repair jobs seriously. Ideally it will be a space where every single item has been specially chosen and organised to give you the best possible chance […]
Ceiling tile installation is one of those things which can easily seem daunting to the average DIY enthusiast, simply because it’s not normally included in the realm of common home and garden maintenance. However, you don’t necessarily need a warehouse of specialist tools or years of experience in order to tile your ceiling successfully. There […]
Installing skirting board on your walls is a relatively simple and low hassle DIY procedure, which can make an incredible impact on the appearance of your room as a whole. A good skirting board setup has the potential to create a brilliant, tidy, well-kept impression almost all by itself. So without further ado, here is […]
“Tearing down a wall” is one of those things that seems like it just has to be both extremely straight forward and extremely satisfying. In reality – while the “satisfying” part might be true, there’s a lot more thought that needs to go into the process than just “how do I make this thing collapse”. […]
Believe it or not, you can’t just put any tile in any room. There are loads of factors to take into account when choosing a specific tile for a room. Design, durability, usage and placement, are just some of the considerations when selecting the perfect tile. Just because they look good in the store, doesn’t […]
As a homeowner, or DIY enthusiast, there are certain basic skills you should have. Having the ability to rewire a plug is one of these skills, since it’s important to recognize the signs of instability in electrical appliances. And, when the need calls, be able to replace the plug. Honestly, it’s not as difficult as […]
Painting. Sounds pretty simple doesn’t it? You whip out the ladder, the roller, the tray, the paint and get to work. Start in the corners and work your way in, right? Wrong. There are plenty of painting techniques and tips out there, and knowledge of them is actually pretty essential. If you’d like to paint […]
The world of home painting techniques is large and intricate, filled with both incredibly complex and stunningly simple ways of adding life and texture to your living space. The options are nearly limitless – and if you’ve only ever handled a brush or roller in order to lay down a new coat of beige on […]
Maybe you just moved into a fixer-upper, or your current commode just isn’t performing up to snuff; regardless the reason, it seems you might need to replace your toilet. Over time, toilets can wear just like any other appliance leading to cracks, leaks, and overfills. With a few tools and a little grunt work, you […]
