DIY Life - Projects and Tips

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As Seen on TV: Rug-Covered Ottoman
DIY this drool-worthy furniture project from HGTV's Design Star.
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4 Cleaning "Essentials" to Stop Using for Good
Mother knows best? Not when it comes to these totally unnecessary cleaning tools.
Stock a Garden Shed from Scratch

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Stock a Garden Shed from Scratch
The ultimate shopping list for the first time homeowner.
Why Hasn't Solar Power Gone Mainstream Yet?

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Why Hasn't Solar Power Gone Mainstream?
It's long held promise as an alternative to our depedence on fuel. So what's the holdup?
DIY Safety Equipment 101

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DIY Safety Equipment 101
Make sure your protective gear is doing its job so you can do yours.
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Eliminate the Top 10 Household Odors
Has your home been smelling a little funky lately? Start fresh.
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The Daily Fix: Clean a Broom
They're one of our favorite housekeeping tools, but brooms need to be cleaned too!
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10 No-Cost Ways to Keep Cool
With a little ingenuity, you can cut corners while still keeping cool.

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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

2 Easy DIY Kitchen Cabinet Organizers

Posted Aug 18th 2010 9:00AM by Joe Provey

Are your cabinets a cluttered mess? These simple DIY organizing aids will keep things tidy behind closed doors.

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Know-How

Workshop Organization Tips

Posted Aug 2nd 2010 8:45AM by Diane Rixon

Ever give up on a job because you can't find the right tool? Time for a workshop overhaul.

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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

Energy Savings: Landscaping

Posted Aug 9th 2010 8:45AM by Kristine Solomon

One of the best ways to save energy in the home is through strategic planting outdoors.

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Crafts & Celebrations

Etsy Star: Modern Bird Feeders by Joe Papendick

Posted Aug 20th 2010 1:30PM by Alyssa Ettinger

This Etsy store is filled with chic bird feeders for the design-minded.

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