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How to Sand Curved Shapes

Joe Truini — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:03:48 +0000

A drum sander chucked in a drill works great for sanding curved objects, such as shelf brackets. Drum sanders come in various diameters and consist of a soft rubber core covered by a fine, medium, or course grit sanding sleeve. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

What to Look for When Choosing a Tree for Your Yard

Danny Lipford — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:00:59 +0000

When selecting a tree for your yard from a nursery there are several important factors to consider, including branching structure, root structure, and girdling roots. Watch this video to find out more.

DIY Bike Rack for Your Garage

Joe Truini — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:00:33 +0000

Metal closet brackets can be used or reused to make a perfect rack for your bike. Attach the brackets to studs 16” apart at the desired height (approximately 4’-5’ from the floor) using drywall screws, and hang the bicycle from the closet rod holder. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

How to Mark a Curved Arc Border for a Flower Bed

Danny Lipford — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:01:12 +0000

To mark a perfect arc when laying out a border for a flower bed, all you need is a gutter spike, tape measure or string, and a can of marking paint. Watch this video to find about how to go about it. Watch this video.

How to Repair Leaky Garden Hose

Danny Lipford — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 21:00:12 +0000

Garden hoses often develop leaks over time. Rather than throwing the hose out, repair it by cutting out the damaged part and joining the two pieces back together using a repair kit. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

How to Enlarge the Lockset Hole in a Door

Joe Truini — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:00:11 +0000

Enlarging the lockset hole in a door can be difficult, since there’s nothing to guide the pilot bit. Watch this video to find out how to solve this problem. Watch this video.

Advantages of a Soaker Hose in Your Garden

Danny Lipford — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 13:00:58 +0000

Soaker hoses are easy to install and use in your garden and have several advantages over sprinklers or irrigation systems. They release water very slowly, allowing the water to soak deeply into the soil.Watch this video to find out more.

Tool Belt Tips

Joe Truini — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 12:00:31 +0000

Tool belts and nail aprons are handy for holding nails, a hammer, and other tools when working on home improvement projects; but they also can be cumbersome to wear and use. Here are some tips to solve common problems with tool belts. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

Growing Herbs in Your Garden

Danny Lipford — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 13:00:27 +0000

Herbs are easy to grow in containers or a garden, and fresh herbs are a great way to spice up your cooking in the kitchen. Herbs to consider growing include rosemary, sage, basil, and mint. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

Types of Rakes for Your Lawn or Garden

Danny Lipford — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 12:00:25 +0000

There are several types of rakes available for your lawn or garden, and each one is used for a different purpose. Some of the most common types of rakes include a leaf rake, a bow rake, and a shrub rake. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.