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How can I fix cracked, bubbled, and shredding veneer on my dining table that I refinished last year?

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3 months ago

Asked by Meenakshi Kouser

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How can I safely connect a 2 leg 250v DC panel rated at 1058 FLA when the wire gauge chart doesn’t go that high – could I parallel 90 rated 700 kcmil to each leg, or did they have lower standards in the 60s?

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3 months ago

Asked by Daniel Ambrose

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How can I prevent discoloration on my brass backsplash leaves without using abrasives or ammonia, DIY fam?

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3 months ago

Asked by Justine Roger

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Impressed by the electrician’s strong work, would you recommend their services?

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3 months ago

Asked by Ethel Dunn

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Why is the well pump breaker tripping after a green conductor was used as a hot wire during rewiring at the church building?

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3 months ago

Asked by Addison Novak

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Struggling to remove broken plastic threaded from hose faucet, any tips on how to do it successfully?

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3 months ago

Asked by Tristan Robertson

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Are you considering Jiffy clips, Madison straps, or battleships for your project?

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3 months ago

Asked by Armando Orta

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How can I enhance the appearance of my fireplace wall without using paint, possibly using German Smear on the mortar lines and mineral oil on the stones?

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3 months ago

Asked by Jiska Verzijl

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Is the washer’s bad motor, bad wiring, or failed receptacle the culprit behind the cord replacement in your front load washer with a 1950s plug?

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3 months ago

Asked by Delphine Harris

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What are your thoughts on it?

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3 months ago

Asked by Danny Gordon

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How can I temporarily fix door latch and strike plate issues in my nursery before my baby’s arrival on Oct 31st, given the previous owner’s craftsmanship problems?

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3 months ago

Asked by یاسمین علیزاده

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Can pickled finish cabinets be refinished despite being told they cannot due to being beat up and dirty-looking?

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3 months ago

Asked by Genesis Davidson

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What materials should I get to repair the cracks in my foundation found during my house inspection?

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3 months ago

Asked by Hans-Rainer Messer

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Can cabinets be painted instead of replaced for a new color?

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3 months ago

Asked by Logan Arnold

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How can I effectively remove two layers of paint from wood trim without using chemicals to return it to its original wood stain?

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3 months ago

Asked by Jeppe Kristensen

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How can I temporarily fix my garden shed wall for a wedding in a month, including replacing rotting wood siding and securing the bottom sill to concrete?

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3 months ago

Asked by Lisa Fletcher

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Did they go above and beyond to optimize the ground lug?

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3 months ago

Asked by Erik Palmer

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Do you get paid for installing sheetrock or just for cutting holes for lamps?

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3 months ago

Asked by Anthony Singh

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Did the handyman fail to meet expectations?

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3 months ago

Asked by Kristin Brooks

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What alternative materials can we use to replace the wooden sills in the shower window without removing it?

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3 months ago

Asked by Milton Ross

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Are these connectors so bad that we should resort to extreme measures like shooting or self-inflicted pain to avoid using them?

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3 months ago

Asked by Pamela Iglesias

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Is there a way to check if the spray-in insulation in my attic was properly installed to prevent moisture issues?

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3 months ago

Asked by Nihal Suvarna

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What are the benefits of using Mint as a personal finance management tool?

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3 months ago

Asked by Ava Lo

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Should I install all the drywall, including the ceiling, after the shower is installed to avoid damaging the shower base when taping/mudding above it?

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3 months ago

Asked by Jack Lévesque

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3 months ago

Asked by Josef Sutton

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Can someone assist me in installing a glass rinser on my sink with an existing hole that’s too close to the backsplash?

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3 months ago

Asked by Kaitlin Evans

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How can I successfully refinish my worn coffee table as a complete DIY beginner, with tips and step-by-step guidance for this nerve-wracking project?

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3 months ago

Asked by Peggy Oliver

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Should I glue thinset down cement board hardibacker to my plywood subfloor or just use screws when remodeling an upstairs bathroom?

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3 months ago

Asked by Victoria Marchand

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trap, or did it simply get caught while trying to scavenge for food?

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3 months ago

Asked by Katie Bennett

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What are your thoughts on painting furniture – worth the effort or not?

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3 months ago

Asked by Gertrude Little

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Do butt joints in the ceiling require mudding like tapered joints, or should they be prepped similar to walls with angled cuts and 5-minute mud for a knock down finish?

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3 months ago

Asked by Tyler Lopez

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How can the door be repaired?

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3 months ago

Asked by Tommy Garza

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Is securing a loose and squeaky board on a recently replaced deck as simple as tightening a screw, and is a special bit needed for the job?

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3 months ago

Asked by Marius Sørensen

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Should I paint the paneling in my 60s fixer upper or cover it with drywall to modernize the room?

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3 months ago

Asked by Lucas Lam

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How can quarter rounds be used to bridge the gap between the wood floor and carpet when the wood floor is higher?

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3 months ago

Asked by Katherine Douglas

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Do the homeless individuals in this area have knowledge of receptacle positioning?

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3 months ago

Asked by Carole Gardner

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How can I address the severe issues with my new house’s shower, like leaks, moisture buildup, and no vent, without breaking the bank?

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3 months ago

Asked by Emma Moore

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Do you believe there was a better course of action to take in this situation, considering their proximity to the lines?

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3 months ago

Asked by Logan Gagnon

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Why did the landlord choose to completely renovate the washroom instead of just repairing the tub and wall due to damages left by bad tenants?

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3 months ago

Asked by Christina Ensrud

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How can I improve the exterior of my house to match the beautiful interior transformation, while keeping the grey vinyl siding?

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3 months ago

Asked by Anita Shelton

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How can we achieve a clean and even trim in our nursery renovation project with uneven walls and windows in an old house?

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3 months ago

Asked by Paulina Leyva

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Can you provide guidance on how to resolve this issue as I am feeling very overwhelmed?

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3 months ago

Asked by Pamela Ureña

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Can I fix water damage in my bathroom ceiling by cutting out and recaulking the blue corner and repairing the green spot with drywall damage?

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3 months ago

Asked by Zoryana Hodakovskiy

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Can you suggest a solar inverter that meets my needs?

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3 months ago

Asked by Nathan Ennis

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Can I install a 240v electric heater if I only have 115v on each wire?

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3 months ago

Asked by Randall Bates

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How can I redirect rain away from my garage without tearing it down, considering the tricky placement of the garage door and impending wood rot repairs?

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3 months ago

Asked by María Eugenia Parra

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3 months ago

Asked by Dylan Roy

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What is the most rewarding project you and your husband have completed together in remodeling his grandparents’ older home that you live in, seeing its potential come to life?

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3 months ago

Asked by Leah Wallace

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How can I prevent paint or stain from seeping through lattice onto my neighbor’s side of the fence?

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3 months ago

Asked by Marilou Duval

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Any tips for a beginner trying out this style for the first time?

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3 months ago

Asked by Don Lawson