How to Carve a Tiki Statue From a Palm Trunk

Carving a tiki statue may seem to be an overwhelming task. This is especially true if you stay focused on the end result and how difficult it may be to achieve. Looking at other tiki statues having a vast array of designs can be daunting. Many of them are very […]

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A Quick Solution for Door Knob Holes

Doesn’t it seem like doors can sometimes just swing open at the faintest touch? And what’s left over? An unsightly doorknob hole. Whether you have kids running around your house on a daily basis, or a clumsy bone in your body, you need a quick solution to repair pesky doorknob […]

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When Is Acoustic Treatment Most Effective?

So, you want to turn your bedroom, spare room or cellar into a music studio or jam room. You’ve got all your instruments, laptops, speakers and mics set up, poised and ready to make beautiful music. Until you start working on the acoustics, however, you’re going to be dealing with […]

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Amazing Uses Of Bamboo

With a vast increasing population, the demand for new housing and consumables is diminishing Africa’s forests. Trees are vital for our planet’s survival especially for cleaning the air and our environment from all the toxic gasses. Tree overage has decreased from 35% to a mere 3% in the last decade. […]

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2 Ways to Make a Homemade Air Conditioner

Whether you want a quick way to cool off or simply don’t want to spend money on an air conditioner, a DIY or homemade air conditioner is a great alternative. We discuss two ways of making these air conditioners below. What is common to both air conditioners is the use […]

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Ways to Define Your Spaces With Area Rugs – Living Room Area Rugs

1. Create an Inviting Entryway – When your front door opens straight into the room without a designated foyer, you can build the illusion of one with an area rug. A chevron wool rug is a good example of creating a welcoming entrance and makes a nice contrast to the […]

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You Kicked a Hole in the Wall – Tips for Plastering a Wall

Have you ever kicked a hole in the wall? My first memory of damaging drywall is as a little girl. My sister and I were jumping on the bed. Right before my eyes my sister crashed into the wall leaving a rather large impression. To say my parents weren’t pleased […]

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Adventures In Home Improvement

Tim the tool man here again bringing you another adventure in home improvement. This time offering a step by step guide for any do it yourself project when your home has an unexpected leak coming from the ceiling inside your house. One of the first thoughts when you first notice […]

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Do-It-Yourself Sliding Door Repair

Sliding door repair can be an ongoing project when you own a home. While there may be some times when you wish to pay a professional to perform this work, there are also tasks you can take care of yourself to keep the entryway operating smoothly. Cleaning Over time and […]

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