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How To: Hide screw holes with wood plugs
There are a number of ways to deal with screw holes that are visible. You can buy some wood buttons and put them in the holes. You put a little wood glue in the hole and then tap the wood buttons into the holes using a hammer. This is a decorative solution to cover up screw holes. If you want to completely cover up the holes completely put a plug cutter on your drill and cut a plug out of a piece of wood that matches the wood that the hole is in. Take the plug put a little glue on it and tap ...
How To: Install inside and outside mount Venetian blinds
Beautify your home and windows with these easy to install Venetian blinds. This tutorial teaches you how to install inside and outside mount Venetian blinds. Installing Venetian blinds is an easy process that you can do yourself with this how to video. Install inside and outside mount Venetian blinds.
How To: Make a fake stained glass window
If you want to make a beautiful fake stained glass window, in order to decorate the bathroom, kid’s room or any other room, without much fuss and money involved, here are some tips. First you need an old window on the desired dimensions and then you need some resin from local hobby store (like Michaels) and some marbles. Put the marbles on the window in any way you would like. Be creative! Then you mix the resin and pour it on the marbles.
How To: Make a Sweet $5 Bar Stool Using Wooden Dowels & Concrete
When I think about about concrete, I usually picture a bunch of hairy bros whistling at attractive women walking across the street from their worksite. Have I ever actually witnessed this? Not really. That's just what comes to mind.
How To: Create a cute DIY purse wall hanger on a budget
If you have an endless supply of purses and a limitless supply of wall empty wall space, it's about time you made some DIY purse racks. In this video, you'll see a very easy (and cheap) way to hang all of your purses (and please your boyfriend). For this DIY purse rack, you'll need some coat and hat hangers (hooks), feather boas, screwdriver and a tape measure.
How To: Use ammonium chloride to give copper a fake age patina
Copper is one of the many material that looks it's best after it's aged for a while. If you don't want to wait five years for your copper to develop that perfect patina, watch this video to learn how you can use ammonium chloride to age copper at home.
How To: Install faux wood cathedral ceiling beams in your home
Just because you have a cathedral ceiling in your home, doesn't mean you can't enjoy the beautiful decorative texture of wood beams. Faux wood ceiling beams are a great way to add character and warmth to a plain room. Compared to real wood, they're cheaper, lightweight and easier to install. See how to install them in a cathedral ceiling. This video gives you step-by-step instructions for installing fake wood beams, including materials and tools list.
How To: Paint roof eaves
In this DIY project on video, learn how to paint the roof eaves and fascia of your home. Our expert will show you everything you need to know to get the job done. Get tips on preparing the eaves with a pressure washer, scraping off old paint, caulking, spackle, priming, and more. Learn the proper paint mixing techniques to get an even, professional result. Watch these videos carefully, and turn a potentially disastrous endeavor, both for you and your home, into a simple painting project. When...
How To: Design a fall centerpiece in a watering can for a home
In this tutorial, we learn how to design a fall centerpiece in a watering can for a home. Start off by cutting branches off of a willow and placing it into a watering can. Next, arrange Japanese lanterns around. After this, cut alstromeria and seeded eucalyptus and place them around the can where you feel they fit best. The best part of this arrangement is that you can arrange it however you want! You can add different types of fall flowers and add more or less of flowers you prefer. When fin...
How To: Make mosaic and decoupage bookends
Decoupage is a great arts and crafts technique. Learn how to create your own mosaic bookends in these free videos.
How To: Measure a window and curtains to determine what size curtain rod you need
Most curtain rod are adjustable in length to make sure that they can be used for many different windows. Determining what size you need is still important though, and this video will show you where and what to measure to ensure that you know what size rod to buy.
How To: Install inside mount 3.5" vertical blinds
Inside mount vertical blinds not only keep the sun out but they also add decorative touches to any window. They are also super easy to install. In this Home & Garden how to video you will learn how to install inside mount 3.5" vertical blinds.
How To: Tile a wall properly
Tiling a wall is a fiddly job which will take up a couple of hours. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to tile a wall.
How To: Create French pleats with four prong drapery hooks
French pleated drapery adds decorative touches to any window treatment and room. Watch this Home & Garden how-to video to learn how to instantly create triple pinch pleats with 4-Prong drapery hooks and deep pleat tape. Once you learn to use the four prong drapery hook you will want to create French pleats on all your window treatments.
How To: Reglaze ceramic tile
Remodeling your bathroom can be expensive, unless you know how to do it yourself. Watch a professional tile reglazer work his magic on an outdated bathroom in this how to video. Reglazing tiles can last for up to 15 years and it completely changes the look of any old bathroom.
How To: Hang picture frames and posters on the wall with tips from Lowe's
Until you decorate, your house won't feel like a home, but when you start hanging picture and frame on your living room walls, you should watch this video from Lowe's for some pre-hanging tips!
How To: Use a caulk gun and grout
Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com demonstrates great ways to caulk tiles with a caulk gun and some acrylic or latex grout. You can learn them too!
How To: Make roman columns out of plaster & kitty litter
To make roman columns, ideal to create space between door and living room. Materials required :
How To: Make a secret compartment in your wall
Have something you want no one else to find? The best hiding places are in plain sight. Follow these steps to create a shockingly sly storage space.
How To: Re-cover a lampshade
Updating an old lampshade is a great way to brighten up a corner, freshen up a room, and lighten up your life. Learn how to re-cover your lampshade with this tutorial. All you need is fabric, spray adhesive, fabric glue, ribbon or cording to easily cover your lampshade at home.
How To: Make a bath rug out of towels with Threadbanger
Create a lovelier looking bathroom with a DIY lesson. Learn from Meg as she makes a bath mat out of old towels and goes 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea! Learn how to weave towels from an eco-friendly quick tip that shows you how to make a homemade cleaning supply. You can thank Threadbanger for this one.
How To: Install a bifold door like a professional
This video is about installing a bifold door. This door opening is 54" so we will use a 30" and 24" door to fit. To align the door: Scribe a line on the ceiling which is the distance on either side of the door opening. Run the line down the bottom so the hooks are in the same position and the doors are vertical. Start at the bottom. Use a square on both sides of the wall which is set as half way point. Put the larger door on the right. Have the doors open inward. Place the tract on top of the...
How To: Make a chandelier with CDs
It isn't a disco ball, but it does shine just like one. If you have some old cd's around the house use them to make a decorative chandelier for your room. Watch this how to video to learn how to put your CD chandelier together. All you need is: CDs, glue, and and old lamp shade. Make a chandelier with CDs.
How To: Make a glow-in-the-dark shadow wall
Techno-Guru Brian of My Home 2.0 shows how to make a really easy and cool surface for painting and doodling...with light!
How To: Retrieve jewelry from down the drain
You don't need to call the plummer to dismantle your entire bathroom just to retrieve your wedding band. In this video Barbara K will demonstrate exactly how to retrieve jewelry from down the drain.
How To: Hang small & large framed pictures on a wall
I bet you can't wait to hang that beautiful painting you just ran across. But before you try to hang it and damage your wall take a point from Barbara K. In this video she will demonstrate exactly how to hang small & large paintings on your wall.
How To: Install a pebble tile wall with Lowe's
In this video, we learn how to install a pebble tile wall with Lowe's. First, you will need to measure out your walls to figure out how much of the tile you need. Now, lay down a drop cloth on the floor so you don't get the floor messy. Next, turn the power off and remove the outlet cover and outlet from the wall. After this, wash the walls so they are clean, then apply your waterproof sealant from top to the bottom. Apply two full coats and make sure they dry completely before you move on. N...
How To: Prep and paint kitchen cabinets with Lowe's
In this tutorial by Lowe's, we learn how to prep and paint kitchen cabinets yourself! First, you will want to make sure you don't have laminate or tile countertops, because these can simply be replaced. After this, you will need to use sandpaper to sand down the surface of the cabinets. Next, you will need to paint primer on the surface of the cabinets, making sure you get into the creases of them as well. Now, paint over the primer once it has dried with your choice of glossy paint. After th...
How To: Camouflage switch plates
Are your looking at switch plates and outlet covers that do not match your newly renovated kitchen or bathroom? Learn how to camouflage switch plates and outlet covers in this free home decor video series.
How To: Design a baseball theme bathroom
In this interior design how-to video Shari Hiller helps you design a fun baseball-themed bathroom. This baseball bathrooms is a bathroom any young boy would love. Put your interior decorating skills to the test and try this home improvement project.
How To: Design an asian quince design for your home
TheFlowergod teaches you how to design an Asian quince design for your home. You start with an empty vase for this flower arrangement. You will need four types of plants for this: one with lots of small leaves and no flowers, one with red or pink flowers, one with only one large leave and one with a long stem and only branches. For the design to work, you have to layer the plants according to length. Add the plant with the long leaves, then the one with lots of small ones. Below that make you...
How To: Paint with decorative painting techniques
There are a variety of decorative painting techniques that can help you add personality to your home, as shown in this how-to video. Learn glazing, ragging, masking, and stenciling. Remember to try everything out on some scrap board first. Watch this video home improvement tutorial and learn how to paint with decorative painting techniques.
How To: Install inside mount horizontal wood blinds
Inside mount wood blinds are easy to install and can be the perfect solution to bare windows. In this Home & Garden how to video you will learn how to install inside mount horizontal wood blinds in your home. Watch this video and you can dress your windows with inside mount wood blinds in no time.
How To: Save time and messes painting with a grocery bag
Tired of cleaning up the paint roller tray after a hard day's work? Watch this video tutorial from home improvement expert Danny Lipford to see how to save time and messes painting with a grocery bag.
How To: Use clocks in feng shui
Clocks in the house are not bad feng shui if you know where to display them. Find out the best and the worst feng shui areas to display a clock in your home.
How To: Install a laminate closet organizer with Lowe's
In this video, we learn how to install a laminate closet organizer with Lowe's. First, you will need to gather all your tools for installation and for the closet. After you have all of these, you need to anchor your units to the walls, removing the base boards from the wall first. After you have the brackets into the wall and the shelves installed, you can start to add in brackets for the rest of the closet. Once you have the tower unit or corner unit finished, install the expandable rods to ...
How To: Redecorate a room by painting stripes on your walls
Tired of boring solid or white walls? You don't have to pay for an expensive remodeling job! You can add some color and brighten up any room with this quick and helpful interior decoration tip. Use two or more colors to paint stripes on your walls and add a splash of color to any room.
How To: Brush paint a wall in your home
In this video, we learn how to cut a line using paint onto your walls. To do this you will need walls, a paint brush and your choice of paint. Make sure you get just the right amount of paint onto your brush and place the bristles against the wall right next to the corner of the wall. Slide it down making the line as straight as possible. Keep going until you have a line all the way down the corner, making it very straight and neat. Do this on both of the walls and you will a have professiona...
How To: Remove popcorn or acoustic texture from a ceiling
Sick of that popcorn ceiling that's been hanging above you sinc e the early 80's? Get rid of it, and do it yourself, DIY-style. In video, grab some tips on how to go about removing popcorn ceiling texture and acoustic texture from your ceilings.
How To: Understand decorative concrete toppings
Decorative concrete can turn an ordinary room into extraordinary. Watch this how to video to learn all about decorative concrete toppings and proper selection. Learn all about overlays, toppings, and resurfacing.