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How to Apply Epoxy Garage Floor Coating
Are you tired of stains on your garage floor? Are you tired of the smell in your garage from products that saturate the porous concrete floor? Well, I am. I have decided to coat my garage floor with epoxy coating to create a protective surface that prevents saturation and penetration. Epoxy coatings also protect against ...
Replacing a Thermostat
Tools needed: Level Phillips screwdriver Needle-nose pliers Pencil I have considered changing my old standard thermostat for quite some time, but never got around to it, until it actually stopped working. I found it was a lot easier than expected. Save yourself money and do it yourself. First, choose the thermostat right for you. Most ...
Install Weather Stripping Around Exterior Doors
Possible Tools Needed Weather Stripping Measuring Tape Tin Snips Protective Glasses Small Nails Alcohol Hammer Soapy Water Scrubbing Pad If weather stripping on exterior doors is deteriorated, a large of amount of cold air can evade your home and also cause higher electrical bills. Weather stripping is fairly simple to replace. First remove the old ...
How to Replace your Shower/Tub Spout
We’re going to learn how to replace your shower/tub spout. Believe it or not, it is really easy. Shower/tub spouts are rather inexpensive so instead of trying to fix or repair the spout, we are going to replace it with a new spout. Tools Needed: Water Pump Pliers Teflon Tape Scissors Hex or Allen Wrench ...
