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How to Install a Door Latch

Posted September 9th, 2009 By Elaine DIY

After you’ve installed the door hinges and door knob, you can now move on to installing a door latch. This helpful door hardware is very easy to install, if you know the right procedure. Here’s how to install a door latch properly.
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How to Install a Wall Sconce

Posted August 31st, 2009 By Elaine DIY

Regular wall light fixtures are great, but if you’re looking for one that can provide you with a low illumination level, and make the area seem larger than it is, then your best bet would be to install a wall sconce. Wall [...]

How to Remove a Door Panel

Posted August 25th, 2009 By Elaine Auto and Motorcycle

Car owners who like to do car repairs themselves often find themselves needing to remove the door panels temporarily from their vehicle. Whether it’s because you’re installing speakers, fixing power windows or locks, replacing side mirrors or changing window cranks, knowing how to [...]

How to Install a Door Hinge

Posted July 23rd, 2009 By Elaine DIY

After you’ve framed a door, the next step to complete the installation process is to put in the door hinges. Hinges allow your door to swing and open and close smoothly, so you should install this as properly as you can. Here’s how [...]

How to Fix a Door Hinge

Posted June 30th, 2009 By Paul DIY

A hinge, when bent or broken, makes a door hard to move. The door swivels unsteadily, presenting danger if more hinges get damaged. Before it falls over, you should fix the broken hinge or replace it with a new one. [...]

How to Mount a Flat Screen TV

Posted June 8th, 2009 By Elaine DIY

If you recently purchased a flat screen TV, one of the major concerns you have to take care of is mounting it on the wall. Flat screen TVs look better on the wall rather than lying on a shelf, also giving your place [...]

How to Make Chainmail

Posted June 8th, 2009 By Marck DIY

Knights from the medieval times relied on armor to protect themselves during the heat of battle. There were many types of armor that protected the royal soldier on the battlefield, but chainmail reigned supreme as an effective armor material for centuries. [...]

How to Fix a Leaky Faucet

Posted June 4th, 2009 By Paul DIY

A leaky faucet is just a minor annoyance until it starts reflecting on your water bill. In a day, gallons of water are wasted, considering the number of droplets that a leaky faucet emits. Translate that amount to a month and [...]

How to Replace a Toilet Seat

Posted June 2nd, 2009 By Paul DIY

The toilet seat is an item that adds comfort and style to the much maligned toilet.  Its cushioned surface is quite comfy.  It also comes in vibrant colors, raising the aesthetic value of the comfort room.  Over time, it may incur damage or [...]

How to Install a Deadbolt

Posted June 1st, 2009 By Marck DIY

Safety and security are important concerns for homeowners.  Many locks and other security systems are now available from supermarkets and hardware supply stores.  While you may be wowed by many of the cool security devices available from hardware stores, your security needs can [...]