Bifold doors are an ideal solution when you have limited space in front of a closet. Bifold doors fold up when they open, so they will not bang into furniture like full-swinging, traditional doors. If you don’t have bifold doors, why not build them yourself? It’s a good skill to learn, because some bifold doors […]
The kitchen faucet usually does not have a temperature adjust knob. However, you can set the temperature using the supply lines. While not a pro’s solution, this creative home repair and adjustment finds a way to get the job done. If you have about 10 minutes and access to your water pipes under the sink, […]
Double closet rods offer versatility and save on space. These two closet rods hang one above the other, and that allows more clothes to hang in a smaller space. This type of setup is ideal for new and remodeled closets. The project takes several hours and requires the use of some advanced tools; but if […]
A leaking faucet is not just annoying, it leads to many serious problems like mold, wood rot, and water damage. So, why not learn how to fix a leaking faucet for good. It only takes ten minutes and requires no patching or sealing.
Leaking shower faucets are frustrating, but easy to fix if you know how. A simple repair takes only ten minutes and solves leaks in all types of modern shower faucets.
Installing a shower base requires a few special skills, but it is not out of the reach for the average DIY enthusiast, especially if you enjoy building from the ground up.
To install a faucet in a new counter top you need to drill tap holes through the counter. The tap holes mount the faucet in the counter, with each supply line sitting inside one of the holes. The standard centerset faucet requires three tap holes, two for the faucet bases, and one for the center […]
Stick-down tile is also known as peel-and-stick tile, vinyl tile, resilient tile flooring or adhesive tiles. This type of tile is not ceramic and therefore not very hard, it is actually flexible and bends in your hand. Ideal for kitchens or bathrooms, peel-and-stick tiles offer a more forgiving surface layer than traditional tiles. As an […]
Maybe you’ve been to the paint store and heard a salesman say, “You have to use the right primer, or the paint won’t adhere to the surface properly.” and wondered how that was possible. Well, they aren’t just trying to earn a commission, you have to use both paint and primer for specific reasons.
If your porcelain sink is scratched, you have some options to repair it yourself. Various refinishing kits or repair kits can fix scratches or hide imperfections, making your sink look better.