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Is it worth repairing broken tiles and grout or should we install LVP over existing tile to save time, money, and mess on a concrete slab subfloor?

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5 months ago

Asked by Addison Jones

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How can I finish my porch before winter without compromising the old growth wood and damaged edges?

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5 months ago

Asked by Raquel Santana

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How can I enhance my front porch with white brick and wooden columns?

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5 months ago

Asked by Dianne Dean

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How can I revitalize my sun-worn cedar gazebo – would sanding and staining be the best approach, or is there a better solution?

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5 months ago

Asked by Debra Thomas

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Input text: “What are the main factors driving consumer preferences for sustainable products in today’s market?” Generated question: “What influences consumer choices toward sustainability in the current market landscape?”

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5 months ago

Asked by Theo Thompson

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Should I use conduit for running outdoor-rated Cat 6 line underground to a barn/guesthouse, and how far should it be from aluminum wire and a 125 amp sub panel?

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5 months ago

Asked by Iván Nazario

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Do I need to use something between fake brick and peel-and-stick wallpaper, or can I fill in the grout lines for a temporary fix?

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5 months ago

Asked by Silje Johansen

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Which joist attachment method is better for adding a pullup bar in the basement: spreading the weight across the subfloor or bolting directly into the joist itself?

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5 months ago

Asked by Akshita Anchan

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Should a box found in the wild be painted the same color for camouflage purposes?

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5 months ago

Asked by Renee West

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How can we prevent our cat from accessing the crawl space leading to the basement?

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5 months ago

Asked by Deepika Bhardwaj

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Has anyone tinted shower glass red before and can offer advice on how to achieve it?

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5 months ago

Asked by Gonzalo Cruz

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How can I safely remove peeling paint from my 1900s brick home without repainting and reveal the original brick underneath?

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5 months ago

Asked by Oğuzhan Eronat

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How’s the shower line coming along?

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5 months ago

Asked by Marvin Renaud

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What’s the best way to hang cafe lights – S hooks seem to work great, right?

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5 months ago

Asked by Alexandra George

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Can anyone help with finding replacement torsion springs with brown ends?

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5 months ago

Asked by Viljami Rintala

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How can I effectively cover a hole in my 100-year-old home’s stucco wall to prevent rodents and critters from entering, considering the options of expanding foam or mesh plates?

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5 months ago

Asked by Chris Payne

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How can I make affordable updates to create a “wow” effect in my home?

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5 months ago

Asked by Charlene Thompson

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Any advice on removing stubborn rust stains from stone after removing an old railing?

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5 months ago

Asked by Wenseslao Molina

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How can I fix the cracking and peeling in the ceiling corner near the steps at a 140-150 degree angle?

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5 months ago

Asked by Dobromisl Tkachenko

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How far should support arms be spaced for thin floating shelves in a steel frame house with a wood slat attached to studs?

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5 months ago

Asked by Rose Carter

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Does this DIY subpanel installation in my garage look okay, especially considering the original panel lacked separate neutral and ground bars?

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5 months ago

Asked by Maya Patterson

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Are you planning to connect the sink to the waste pipe at the 2 copper or the main hub when relocating it in this kitchen?

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5 months ago

Asked by Wenda Kara

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Can I fix a leak from my 5-year-old sink in my new kitchen, and what caused it to happen, and how can I prevent it in the future?

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5 months ago

Asked by Martins Castro

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What are your thoughts on using plywood to attach a giant mural wallpaper to textured walls in California for a 1yo’s room?

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5 months ago

Asked by Jayden Roy

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Any tips for a DIY kitchen renovation with cabinets, walls, and counters, especially for a newbie like me who’s worried about making a mess or hating the result?

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5 months ago

Asked by Latife Abanuz

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Looking to spruce up my bathroom with bold and vibrant colors– any suggestions for happy and bright paint ideas for the tile, millwork, and candelabra fixtures?

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5 months ago

Asked by Helena Villagómez

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Is there a quick and efficient method to prep bathroom cabinets for repainting without removing doors and drawers or extensive sanding?

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5 months ago

Asked by Angela Black

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Will setting my Blum softclose undermount slides 33/2 further than recommended on my frameless cabinet drawers cause any damage or issues with function?

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5 months ago

Asked by Jayden Margaret

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Struggling to remove the stuck bonnet nut to fix a leaking Valley shower cartridge – any other suggestions besides heat?

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5 months ago

Asked by بیتا سهيلي راد

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Can I connect this device to the metal box for grounding if there is no ground wire in my current setup?

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5 months ago

Asked by Noémie Addy

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What is the neutral option?

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5 months ago

Asked by Logan White

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What is the purpose of the second panel in your project?

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5 months ago

Asked by Jesus Perez

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What creative ideas do you have for updating the front of a space?

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5 months ago

Asked by Oliver Slawa

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How should I address gaps between backer boards and drywall in my bathroom shower, and is my plan for waterproofing the pipes and valves sufficient?

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5 months ago

Asked by Jorge Luis Fonseca

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Impressive work by your 14-year-old son on the breaker panel – any tips for those of us looking to try it ourselves?

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5 months ago

Asked by Antoine Gagné

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Is it common for acrylic free standing tubs to rock back and forth due to improper installation, leading to potential leaks?

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5 months ago

Asked by Harper Lévesque

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Can anyone help me repair tiny cracks in my 80s cultured marble bathroom sink vanity before I paint it?

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5 months ago

Asked by Estefânia Gonçalves

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What paint color would best complement a sisel oak floor in a basement with ceiling lighting, like Agreeable Gray? Can you share photos of this color in a basement setting?

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5 months ago

Asked by Olivier Slawa

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How can I safely remove fake tiled walls in an apartment building basement and prevent mold buildup while maintaining tenant safety?

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5 months ago

Asked by Jarand Kalleberg

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How can I repurpose a barrel from my wedding to create a functional ice and drink holder without making it too heavy?

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5 months ago

Asked by Meghana Shah

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Can someone recommend specific videos or pictures to help me tie together a manufactured home and a tiny house addition without interfering with the existing metal roof and ensuring proper water runoff?

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5 months ago

Asked by Victoria Bergeron

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How can I salvage the new bathroom vanity in my mom’s 100-year-old house without cutting into the floor or cabinet?

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5 months ago

Asked by Hanna Morris

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How can we effectively conceal a hole in our kitchen panel without it being noticeable or having to resort to painting it?

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5 months ago

Asked by Apolo Lima

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Will epoxy grout be the solution to prevent chipping tiles when installing new tiles on top of existing ones in a home that is being sold?

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5 months ago

Asked by François Martin

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Input text: “What are the key advantages of using renewable energy sources for electricity production?” Generated question: “What benefits do renewable energy sources offer for generating electricity?”

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5 months ago

Asked by Balhaar Ramesh

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What is the most effective method for repairing falling plaster skim on an exterior brick wall in the UK before mold worsens?

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5 months ago

Asked by Sotero Vieira

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“What is another trusted option?”

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5 months ago

Asked by Bruce Bishop

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New to UK, we have 2 problems: 1) Chipping paint on doors after sanding and repainting, and 2) Best paint for wood stairs that won’t chip with walking?

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5 months ago

Asked by Lina Bernard

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What DIY project did you tackle this winter that involved buying moldings, photo frames, and printing photos on card stock for your friend?

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5 months ago

Asked by Mehmet Muller

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What countertops, appliances, and flooring complement oak cabinets when completely redoing a kitchen?

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5 months ago

Asked by Lea Renard