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Thursday, 30 June 2011

Alternative to Stud Finders

In cases where stud finders don't work, or if you don't have a stud detector, you can locate framing studs the old fashion way. Wall studs can be found using a nail, a hammer and a little observation.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/888_Alternative_to_Stud_Finders.shtml

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Bosch Daredevil Spade Bit Video

Tim Carter demonstrates the Bosch Daredevil spade bit. It's very sharp and drills through a 2x6 with ease.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/Bosch_Daredevil_Spade_Bit_Video.shtml

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Space Shuttle & Astronaut Cabinet Knobs

If you have children who dream of going to space camp, then you can inspire their astronautic aspirations with the appropriate cabinet knobs on their dresser or perhaps on the cabinets and drawers in the kids' bathroom. This space shuttle...

Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/space_shuttle_a.php

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knex short sword

this is the first in a series of swords i will be showing so far i have not seen any blade design like this so i guess it is the first it is about 2 feet it has 10 sections in the blade not counting the point and 4 in the handle not counting the pommel.
By: Tuba man8175

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/knex-short-sword/

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Using Bt for Organic Caterpillar Control in Your Garden

Grape leaffolder caterpillars munching away on our young vineyard.

If caterpillars are devouring your garden, one safe and effective way to get rid of them is by applying Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis), a naturally occurring, organic bacteria that can be applied as a liquid or powder. Read on to find out more.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/danny-lipford/~3/tBgQ30I_Dn8/

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Decorating the Front Porch for the 4th of July

Ah, summertime! No matter how much you love the other seasons, summertime, with its patriotic parades and festive decorations is a joy. The 4th of July marks the day of independence for the USA and it is celebrated in small towns and big cities all across the country.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/decorating-front-porch-4th-of-july

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Wednesday, 29 June 2011

Wackiest Yard and Garden Products II

From a zombie garden sculpture to a pine cone picker-upper, here's more of the stuff you're too ashamed to admit you want

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superman cake+ cupcakes

hey, here's some pics of superman cupcakes and cake.
By: jordanmar

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/superman-cake-cupcakes/

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Preventing Woodpecker Holes

Woodpeckers peck holes in search for food. Here are some tips for preventing woodpecker holes in wooden fence posts.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/887_Preventing_Woodpecker_Holes.shtml

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Choosing Durable Wood for a Garden Bench and Outdoor Furniture

Garden benches and other outdoor furniture can be fabricated from many materials, but it?s hard to beat wood for its warmth and natural beauty. When using wood for outside furniture; it?s important to choose a durable wood. Read on to find out more.

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Paying for Construction Tools

Who should pay for construction tools and materials? If the tool is completely used up on the job, the customer should pay for it. What about a tool the spans several construction jobs?

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/885_Paying_for_Construction_Tools.shtml

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Install New Vinyl Kitchen Floor Tiles

A new vinyl tile floor can give a tired looking kitchen a brand new lease on life and even better, it's a relatively inexpensive job a DIY'er can take on with confidence. Here's how to install new vinyl kitchen floor tiles.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/install-new-vinyl-kitchen-floor-tiles

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How to Display Photos - A DIY Accordion Album

Filed under: Crafts

Wondering how to display photos in a way that doesn't involve a scrapbook or frames? Then check out this easy project from Elizabeth Abernathy.

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If you have enough follow-through to actually download and print the photos on your digital camera, I salute you. But you also might have a new problem on your hands: Lots of photos that have nowhere to go. Sure, some can go into a scrapbook (which you will shut and never really look through again) or in a frame (good for the 3 really great shots in the mix). But I like this idea for a standing accordion photo display from Elizabeth Abernathy.

With the accordion display, you can show a bunch of photos at once, cheaply. Elizabeth used photo postcards from Italy to illustrate the tutorial, which shows the power of using images from the same theme or event. This would make a great gift for someone you've traveled with, a wedding thank-you or a birthday present. Check out the full tutorial over at Elizabeth Abernathy.

Want more ideas for how to display photos? Then take a look at...
Create a free photo cube in minutes
DIY Inspirations: The deliberate, haphazard photo display
DIY Inspirations: Photo displays with a natural touch

And if you want to go the traditional framing route, check out the tips in this video...

Photo Framing Tips

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Source: http://www.diylife.com/2011/06/24/how-to-display-photos/

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How to Build and Install Window Boxes

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares quick tips for building beautiful window boxes

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Tuesday, 28 June 2011

Wackiest Yard and Garden Products II

From a zombie garden sculpture to a pine cone picker-upper, here's more of the stuff you're too ashamed to admit you want

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisOldHouseLatest/~3/e24mlrBZ8tg/0,,20505086,00.html

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Air Duct Cleaning and Sealing

Galvanized ducting buried under concrete slabs can collect water, debris or worse. There is an air duct cleaning system that not only cleans your ducts, but coats them with a waterproofing compound. This system uses your existing ductwork, so no need to install new ducts.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/889_Air_Duct_Cleaning_and_Sealing.shtml

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Ultraviolet Ballerina

This is the ultraviolet ballerina i've made (sorry i have no pictures during the making..:(). It;s an amigurumi doll (like in all my amigurumi dolls/toys i've made the pattern). I've been working in rounds, with single crochet. The skirt is attached to the body. I've used acril for the hair (and d...
By: copilarim

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Ultraviolet-Ballerina/

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Reclaimed Barnwood Ceiling Warms up Study

For those of you fascinated with the idea of implementing recycled or "reclaimed" wood into your home, here's another use for old barnwood: Put it on the ceiling. A wood ceiling can add warmth and coziness to a room (and...

Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/reclaimed_barnw.php

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Knex Ball Machine Magnesium

This is my biggest ball machine so far. It has 13 paths, 7 lifts, 5 networks, 2 new arm lifts, and 7 new elements. It features floris2burn's Alternative chain lift and Mill lift, Shadowman39's Stair lift, and bezempje95's Jigsaw lift. One of its coolest features is that it doesn't touch the ground...
By: knexcrazzzzzy

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Knex-Ball-Machine-Magnesium/

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Alternative to Stud Finders

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/888_Alternative_to_Stud_Finders.shtml

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Creating Your Own Geocache

If you've never heard of geocaching, you're in for a treat. Chances are that you have a few geocaches right in your own neighborhood. These mini-treasure boxes can be found with GPS coordinates downloaded from the geocaching website and can be a fun way to get outdoors and try something new. All you need is a GPS - even a capable smartphone will do the trick.

After you've found a few caches, it's a good idea to contribute to the sport by making one of your own. Geoaching.com offers a great tutorial on putting together your first cache and finding a good hiding place for it.

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Space Shuttle & Astronaut Cabinet Knobs

Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/space_shuttle_a.php

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Monday, 27 June 2011

Types of Sealers for a Concrete Driveway

Bill asks, ?My concrete driveway is pitted and needs some kind of sealant, but I?m not sure what to use??

There are several different types of sealers available for concrete. Read on to find out more.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/danny-lipford/~3/trghOylEDuI/

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Bosch Orbital Sander Side by Side Test Video

Tim Carter has a little fun comparing two orbital sanders. The Bosch sander absolutely has much less vibration than the other one in the video.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/Bosch_Orbital_Sander_Side_by_Side_Test_Video.shtml

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Etched Glass Interior Doors Increase Light in Your Home

Wood interior doors are pretty common, but they don't do a good job (or any kind of job at all) at letting light flow through when the door is shut. For interior rooms without a lot of windows, or homes...

Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/etched_glass_in.php

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Vinyl Tiles - A Practical Kitchen Choice

Looking to upgrade your kitchen but you're on a tight budget? One alternative you might want to consider is giving your new kitchen a new vinyl tile floor.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/vinyl-tiles-practical-choice

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Use twitter and weather to post notes and temperature to office door

Synopsis ======== The goal of this project is to use a Twitter account to send notes to your office door, which is equipped with a 20x4 LCD (display). This project presents basically an implementation of the idea discussed in this IEEE Spectrum article: http://spectrum.ieee.org/geek-life...
By: bogdanzalmoxis

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-twitter-and-weather-to-post-notes-and-temperat/

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