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How to Rough-in Plumbing in New Construction
A sucessful rough-in plumbing work should combine the right materials, tools and techniques. Here is how to rough-in plumbing in new construction.
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How to avoid nail blowouts
Carpenter Jesse De Geest has some very insightful and useful advice about how to avoid nail blowouts, particularly around door and window jambs.
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10 steps for installing mosaic tiles
Installing mosaic tiles requires patience and time, so it’s important to remember these steps for any time-sensitive projects.
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10 Pro-tested tips for flawless crown molding installations
An installer’s job isn’t finished once the crown molding is on the wall. Here are 10 post-placement tasks that will elevate the project from finished to flawless. Spackle, don’t caulk, nail holes. If you hide the nail holes in the molding with caulk, it most likely will leave a small dimple once it’s dry because […]
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How to re-grout a tiled shower
Find out how to re-grout a tiled shower and what tools make the job of re-grouting the walls of an old bathroom a lot easier.
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How to install a leak-resistant tile shower floor
A neatly tiled shower floor is a much-admired feature by many homeowners. Here is how to install a leak-resistant tile shower floor.
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8 common crown molding materials
Wood, plaster and polyurethane are some of the most common matarials for crown molding. Here is a rundown of common crown molding materials and their uses.
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How to create fancy inexpensive crown molding looks
Here are three ways to create fancy inexpensive crown molding looks and deliver the appearance of luxury for less to a client with a limited budget.
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3 steps for prepping a shower for tile
Installing tile in a shower without the proper prep work can result in expensive repairs. Here are step-by-step instructions for prepping a shower for tile.
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9 steps for cutting precise outside crown molding corners
Cutting and matching up crown molding for outside corners is among the most difficult jobs when installing trim. Here are 9 steps for cutting precise outside crown molding corners. The reason: Crown molding doesn’t rest flush against the wall. If it did, says Leah Bolden, a master craftswoman and founder of the home-improvement site See […]
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