Found 444 results for the keyword ‘Techniques’
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Re-wiring a lamp.
Here are a few tips when it comes to re-wiring an old lamp. Use the existing wire to pull the new wire through. You need to join them in a way that does not create a lump in the wire. Avoiding a lump On the old pair of wires, cut one wire shorter than the other and s... -
How to measure windows for replacement or repair
When hiring a contractor to replace your windows, DO NOT MEASURE THEM YOURSELF. You can give him measurements to the nearest inch with the very clear indications that these are "approximate measurements only and not to be used for ordering the window". WHY HAVE A CONTRACTOR TAKE HIS OWN ... -
How do I shim windows properly?
Shimming windows into a wall is not done just any which way. The better of the window manufacturers will provide a shimming schedule with every window, specifying exactly where the shims should go. The general principles are: Bottom shims On the bottom the shims should go under vertical struct... -
Rag applied clear polyurethane finishing.
I bet you can imagine how many manufacturers send me products hoping that I will put them on TV. Well, here is one where I called MinWax and asked them to send me over some Wipe-On-Poly. I have fallen in love with this stuff. It is simply a clear polyurethane finish, but formulated to not gum up... -
Working with bamboo
BAMBOO FLOORING -- LOOSING FAVOUR Bamboo flooring is beautiful and reasonably durable -- but it is falling out of favour. Ecologically bamboo is a sustainable resource as it is a very fast growing grass, so bamboo production on a piece of land is far more profitable than growing trees on th... -
SHOULD I PUSH OR PULL MY CAULKING GUN?
It's largely a matter of personal choice or habit while the video below will show you the WHY of good caulking technique. Pushing forward forces the compound into small cracks and helps it to stick on smooth surfaces. Pulling is easier for filling large cracks, and leaves a bulge which allow... -
Can I put carpet over tiles?
Madaline wants to put carpet over tile over parquet flooring. The following answer also applies to vinyl over ceramic tiles. Well, aside from the floor getting so thick that doors may not open and counters will appear to be sinking into the floor, there are a couple important things to know abo... -
Identifying and Controlling Insects
When faced with an invasion of insects, the first thing to do is to determine if this is a variety of insects that are easy to deal with yourself or do they require a professional. For instance it is important to distinguish between insects that migrate in and out of the house and hence can often...
Oscillating Tools
