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Construction & Repair

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Jul 12, 2011

A hole in your dry wall is not the end of the world. Follow Milan Rosan of Build.com as he shows you the simple and easy way to repairing a large hole in your dry wall. Check out more of our how tos b ...

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Jun 15, 2011

Build a concrete "footer".Start your masonry project by building a concrete "footer" using standard construction techniques. Use 1" x 4" or 2" x 4" lumber as form boards. Nail or screw the wood boards ...

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May 2, 2011

What do you do when you desperately need to put a parking garage into the bottom floor of your Victorian apartment building, but the city's Department of Planning says "No". The simple and expensive a ...

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Apr 21, 2011

If you are looking to replace your old microwave with a new one, or making your first foray into the world of microwave cookery, this video can be your guide to installing you microwave in the wall. T ...

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Mar 23, 2011

I have been in the carpet business for over 20 years cleaning, repairs and dyeing carpets for customers who have permanent stains and a need to redye the carpet to a darker shade . Also have been call ...

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Mar 14, 2011

Here's a rich man's problem for you: two NYC East Village penthouse condos and the need for one combined living space. What do you do? Simply add a helical slide! When the homeowners came up with this ...

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Mar 4, 2011

Run rabbit run! Well, your rabbit can't run unless you build it a place TO run! Check out this video and see how-to make a space in your backyard for your bunny to get its hop on. You'll need some too ...

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Mar 2, 2011

This is the second video in the series on how to build a Geodesic Dome greenhouse.  The video will detail the key component that holds the entire structure together - the hub.  There are details about ...

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Feb 25, 2011

A piano hinge is also called a continuous hinge, and is a popular hinge to use on side doors and other small doors. This tutorial shows you the proper method of installing a piano hinge on your curren ...

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Feb 20, 2011

ApartmentTherapy reminds us of a fine fix for scratches on glassy surfaces like mirrors and windows—toothpaste! All you need is a lint-free cloth, a non-gel toothpaste (one with baking soda is even be ...