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Should I remove and replace the drywall next to my shower with tile or waterproof material?

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6 months ago

Asked by Anthony Price

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How do I secure these loose newel posts without visible bolts, as my kids keep swinging from them? Any ideas?

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6 months ago

Asked by Jacobo Bahena

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How can we salvage our discolored deck boards after using diluted Oxiclean, without redoing part of the deck?

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6 months ago

Asked by Florence Scott

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What challenges have you faced in renovating your quirky cottage from the 50s, and what historical features have you discovered?

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6 months ago

Asked by Slavoljub Blagojević

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How can I fix the gaps between my 4-inch wide hardwood floor panels that have appeared recently?

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6 months ago

Asked by Cléo Arnaud

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How can I quickly fix my West Elm coffee table after accidentally leaving Dawn dish soap on it, or how can I fix it properly later without damaging it further before my guests arrive on Thursday?

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6 months ago

Asked by Elsa Nikula

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Has anyone experienced a collapsed floor in an addition to their home, and if so, what repairs are needed, especially in cases of water damage and cracked plywood?

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6 months ago

Asked by Angèle Adam

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How can we efficiently seal the leak in our tub and move the spout to prevent water seepage, considering using fiberglass but find it challenging?

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6 months ago

Asked by Clara Sørensen

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Can a 1996 CBR 600 F3 gauge cluster be repaired and is it cost-effective compared to purchasing a new one for $100-150?

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6 months ago

Asked by Gaute Sørvik

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Should I use a moisture pad under sheet vinyl in a concrete spare bedroom to prevent moisture and add cushion, and do I need adhesive for both?

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6 months ago

Asked by Kenan Aydan

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Could the leaking roof insulation around the AC ductwork have absorbed water like a sponge, causing dampness and breaking sheetrock seams?

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6 months ago

Asked by Hugo Clarke

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Any advice for applying peel and stick wallpaper to a slanted area in my son’s room?

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6 months ago

Asked by Marlon Nicolas

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Any advice on painting bathroom tile? Check out my current tile and inspiration tiles in the pics!

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6 months ago

Asked by Scott Hayes

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How many 197×197 tiles would I need to cover a rectangle space on my wall that is 10ft by 52ft, given its odd shape?

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6 months ago

Asked by Danka Hadžić

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Can a total newbie DIY the main things needed for closing, like fixing the improper slope?

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6 months ago

Asked by Camille Morin

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How can we safely repair the hole with exposed wires in our money pit of a kitchen before New Year’s Eve?

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6 months ago

Asked by Djimmy Van Schagen

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Can I apply a coating to smooth out my rough basement floor after painting it, and do people commonly paint their walls as well?

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6 months ago

Asked by Ida Allen

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Should I worry about the subpar repair work on the walkway outside my front door affecting its structural integrity or is it just cosmetic?

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6 months ago

Asked by Joseph Perkins

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How did you manage to pull off a surprise bathroom renovation for your husband while he was away for 25 days?

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6 months ago

Asked by Aiden Singh

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Has anyone successfully refinished 1/4 inch thick hardwood floors in a 1960s house, or is a drum sander too much for them?

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6 months ago

Asked by Alex Ruiz

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How should I properly seal a roof vent on a metal roof to prevent leaks?

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6 months ago

Asked by Remedios Soto

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How can I repair a burnt carpet and table?

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6 months ago

Asked by Abhimanyu Babu

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What tips do you have for someone starting their first kitchen renovation project?

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6 months ago

Asked by Charlie Clement

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What color should I paint my living room if I want to avoid grey and white, considering I’m hesitant about choosing green?

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6 months ago

Asked by Afanasiya Zhurba

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How can I efficiently replace the exterior drywall contaminated with mold between the outside wall and brick due to a water leak?

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6 months ago

Asked by Louise Neal

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Any ideas on how to adapt my appliance delivery to hook up the stove to the current set up?

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6 months ago

Asked by Sara Yarockiy

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What is the solution for repairing the seal in this situation?

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6 months ago

Asked by Roman Lee

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Can I convert my three-hole kitchen sink to a one-hole faucet by covering the existing holes and aligning one with the new sink?

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6 months ago

Asked by Arnoldo de Jesús

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How can I improve my kitchen walls without completely redoing them, considering the existing textured paint and damaged areas?

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6 months ago

Asked by Yvan Meyer

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Can you suggest budget-friendly waterproof flooring for a 400 sqft basement with glue on the concrete that leads out to a pool?

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6 months ago

Asked by Johanne Poulsen

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What are the advantages of using OSB sheathing over Tyvek for a 1MM project and when would it be preferable to use each option?

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6 months ago

Asked by Yuridia Centeno

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How can I creatively separate two rooms in my trilevel house with a toddler without losing ceiling height or affecting the stairs?

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6 months ago

Asked by Gavin Day

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Should we replace all outlet boxes to check for a short in the wire, or is it a breaker issue, and how much would an electrician cost?

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6 months ago

Asked by Malthe Nielsen

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Is the darkish line in every room a pattern of mold penetrating through the sheetrock from the wood studs?

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6 months ago

Asked by Carter Lévesque

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What makes this so cool?

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6 months ago

Asked by Abigail Newman

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“What is the best method for removing thick thinset from tiles on a slab without creating a mess?”

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6 months ago

Asked by Ella Wallace

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Do you know how to scrape this plaster/drywall texture off my ceiling?

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6 months ago

Asked by Ladomira Zhirko

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Is it necessary to add screed, MDF, and plywood before laying LFT for underfloor heating, or can the LFT be placed directly on top of the pipes?

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6 months ago

Asked by Verónica Crespo

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Struggling to fix a leaking crack in your basement with hydraulic cement despite following the directions – any DIY advice?

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6 months ago

Asked by Charles Lewis

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Can anyone help with a plumbing issue involving unconventional copper pipe fittings that won’t separate despite heat?

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6 months ago

Asked by پارسا كامياران

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How can I reconfigure my water line to solely supply my washing machine after removing a wash table from the setup?

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6 months ago

Asked by Nixon Johnson

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Should I reglaze or use silicone to fix the removed glaze on my interior window frames, and is it okay to wait a week before addressing the issue to prevent fogging on the other windows?

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6 months ago

Asked by Oliver Gagnon

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What is the best method for safely removing concrete-filled bolts from a pool deck that are unpleasant to step on?

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6 months ago

Asked by Neea Kinnunen

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What is the best approach for tiling around a shallow vinyl shower window using kerdi board – tiling into the window jam or using a PVC vinyl trim piece?

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6 months ago

Asked by Lakshmi Raval

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Is the stain in my closet from mold or mildew, and should I attempt to fix it myself or call in professionals, considering it’s been there for two years?

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6 months ago

Asked by Maja Jensen

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How should I properly apply this textured paint with sand for a skip trowel effect on the surface?

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6 months ago

Asked by Afşar Erçetin

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Can you provide images and advice for creating a bathroom with a walk-in shower and standalone tub, considering space limitations and potential challenges?

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6 months ago

Asked by Ilse Bönisch

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Is the lack of airflow in your 4-level split home related to the strange things on the pipes in the basement, despite trying various solutions like cleaning ducts and using register booster fans?

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6 months ago

Asked by Alma Møller

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What type of tub surround would be best for connecting tub and shower pipes at the corner, considering previous installation challenges?

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6 months ago

Asked by Gayina Holosha

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How can I repair my countertops on a budget before hiring a professional in a few years?

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6 months ago

Asked by Angelina Roche