DIY Life - Projects and Tips

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How to Get Fingerprints Off of Anything
Smart tips for lifting fingerprints from mirrors, walls, LCD screens, and more.
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An Experiment in Self-Watering Containers
Our DIYer finds that these supposed garden godsends are not all they're cracked up to be.
Home Ec: Caring for Hardwood Floors

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Home Ec: Caring for Hardwood Floors
The keys to a fabulous hardwood floor? Proper cleaning and regular maintenance.
Energy Savings: Solar Power

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Energy Savings: Solar Power
See how much you can really save by taking advantage of the sun's rays
Quality, Eco-Friendly Painting

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Quality, Eco-Friendly Painting
Splurge for quality paint and painting tools that are good for the environment too.
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In the Workshop: Band Saws
Want to step up your woodworking projects? Consider a band saw for your workshop.
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Conceal a Scratch on an LCD Screen
Eek! Is that a scratch in your LCD screen? Here's how to conceal the damage.
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How to Hang a Hammock Between Trees
Setting up a hammock (and getting into one) takes skill and precision. Think you can hang?

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Cost vs. Quality: Cordless Drills

What's the difference between a $30 drill and a $300 drill?

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Make Ceramic Tile Shine

Cut out mildew, soap scum, and cooking grease.

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Unusual Uses for Chalk

This sidewalk scribbler doubles as a household helper.

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Kitchen & Bath

DIY Warrior: Back-of-Door Spice Rack

Posted Jul 16th 2010 9:45AM by Joe Provey

The inside of a cabinet door is an unexpected spot for much-needed kitchen storage.

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Know-How

The Daily Fix: Get Rid of Fruit Flies

Posted Jul 21st 2010 9:00AM by Francesca Clarke

A few sweet solutions for warding off these summertime pests.

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Living Spaces

The Daily Fix: Repair Bubbles in Veneer

Posted Jul 13th 2010 8:45AM by Jaime Derringer

Got trouble with wood veneer bubbles? Smooth them out in a few simple steps.

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Outdoors

Humane Ways to Deer-Proof Your Garden

Posted Jun 22nd 2010 10:00AM by Joe Provey

Harmless barriers and a host of everyday plants keep these beautiful creatures on their own turf.

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Crafts & Celebrations

Bright Idea: Transform a Vintage Bottle into a Soap Dispenser

Posted Jul 23rd 2010 9:00AM by Jen Jafarzadeh L'Italien

Vintage soda bottles, antique medicine bottles -- these chic vessels make for unexpected kitchen companions.

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