http://www.instructables.com Sat, 2 Jun 2012 12:46:39 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Built-in-Bookshelves/
Built in Bookshelves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/TH6K/GV279RJX/F3GTH6KGV279RJX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/TH6K/GV279RJX/F3GTH6KGV279RJX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/TH6K/GV279RJX/F3GTH6KGV279RJX.SMALL.jpg timm.tanner My wife and I have "vaulted" ceilings in our small home, which created a small ledge in our living room that was not useful for much.  We used this space to display various chiotchkies for the past few years, until recently when we had the idea of built in bookshelves! In addition to the shelves, w...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 May 2012 12:36:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Concrete-leveling-rake/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/AOAL/H2MYET15/FAWAOALH2MYET15.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/AOAL/H2MYET15/FAWAOALH2MYET15.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/AOAL/H2MYET15/FAWAOALH2MYET15.SMALL.jpg MadMan.inc Ok i need to pour a foundation for a patio. So i needed some thing to smooth it out. So i made this out of broken garden hoe and some scrap wood. a stick a board some nails saw hammer drill
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 18:11:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-an-Archway/
How to build an Archway - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/R0F9/H1KH9P8M/FAOR0F9H1KH9P8M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/R0F9/H1KH9P8M/FAOR0F9H1KH9P8M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/R0F9/H1KH9P8M/FAOR0F9H1KH9P8M.SMALL.jpg injunhead We have an "Old Italian" Tuscan theme in our kitchen. Pictures & color are nice, but I wanted to go a few steps further. Build a Frame Once you measure your entrance way cut out some plywood and screw some 2x4s onto the side. I used a hand saw to cut the 2x4s the same angle as the archway frame b...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 12:05:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Featured-Author-jeff-o/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/3E94/H267LBKK/FAN3E94H267LBKK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/3E94/H267LBKK/FAN3E94H267LBKK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/3E94/H267LBKK/FAN3E94H267LBKK.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink Jeff Schmidt, also know as jeff-o, has some very successful projects on instructables! He's a master of electronics, home renovations and entertaining small children. He's also one of the most helpful authors I know of - he's always answering questions regarding his projects! I recently got to ask h...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 11:27:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-install-an-electrical-outlet/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/UXII/H28RRU15/FI9UXIIH28RRU15.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/UXII/H28RRU15/FI9UXIIH28RRU15.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/UXII/H28RRU15/FI9UXIIH28RRU15.SMALL.jpg meanpc Detailed, easy to follow instructions on how to install an electrical outlet in a new construction outlet box. This is a loop wiring example, meaning there is a piece of romex coming in from the previous outlet or breaker panel, and there is a piece of Romex leaving the outlet box and going to the n...
By: meanpc

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 05:41:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Irrigation-valve-riser-saver/
Irrigation valve riser saver - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/0RQR/H1YONCNT/FIU0RQRH1YONCNT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/0RQR/H1YONCNT/FIU0RQRH1YONCNT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/0RQR/H1YONCNT/FIU0RQRH1YONCNT.SMALL.jpg pcooper2 A problem with most anti-siphon plastic irrigation valve installations on PVC risers is that if the valve fails, one is usually forced to cut off pieces of the plastic pipes to cement new fittings on so that the new valve can be installed, or the valve body must be sawed in half to remove it from th...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 17:00:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PAINT-JOB/
PAINT JOB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2H/EJH8/H1ENBWJH/F2HEJH8H1ENBWJH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2H/EJH8/H1ENBWJH/F2HEJH8H1ENBWJH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2H/EJH8/H1ENBWJH/F2HEJH8H1ENBWJH.SMALL.gif GregoriNiculitcheff (Need English grammar corrections) After repeat and repeat again and again for each new client how to be prepared for a paint job I decide make a instructables In this way, simply and send the link for the new client with all detail of the job (beta test ....ahahha...my guine pig in this new system ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 13:13:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Barn-Studio-A-complete-re-build/
The Barn Studio. A complete re-build. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSN/JAHK/H1ERN04W/FSNJAHKH1ERN04W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSN/JAHK/H1ERN04W/FSNJAHKH1ERN04W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSN/JAHK/H1ERN04W/FSNJAHKH1ERN04W.SMALL.jpg Krackpot Hi. I'm not a builder but I have re-built our three homes over a thirty year period and to a reasonable standard - ish;-) A couple of years ago I decided to push my life's dream project to the top of the priority list - I'm not getting any younger.  I've always played in bands and had a, spare room,...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:00:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Move-a-Barn-Video/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F70/AHHN/H15NFPYD/F70AHHNH15NFPYD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F70/AHHN/H15NFPYD/F70AHHNH15NFPYD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F70/AHHN/H15NFPYD/F70AHHNH15NFPYD.SMALL.jpg bennelson Hi everyone, Sorry, this is NOT a full Instructable, just a simple little video. My friend shot some video of a really impressive project moving and restoring a historical barn. This video is an overview of the project. We are hoping to create a full-length documentary not just teaching people how...
By: bennelson

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:52:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Replace-a-wall-with-corrugated-plastic-for-more-li/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/HT81/H0XM7ML1/FJ7HT81H0XM7ML1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/HT81/H0XM7ML1/FJ7HT81H0XM7ML1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/HT81/H0XM7ML1/FJ7HT81H0XM7ML1.SMALL.jpg izzyinsf I live in a very unconventional space where plywood walls abound. One of the walls was built around a skylight to deliver daylight to the rooms below. But hey, I live on the top floor, and I want some of that light! I had a small window, but the wall adjacent was getting tons of light and totally bl...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:36:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-clean-water-mixer/
How to clean water mixer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/YARO/H0TBYATI/FE5YAROH0TBYATI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/YARO/H0TBYATI/FE5YAROH0TBYATI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/YARO/H0TBYATI/FE5YAROH0TBYATI.SMALL.jpg nwahbeh We all suffer from the problem of poor water I will talk to you on how to clean the mixer water from the inside Make sure the refinery Beginning must ensure the cleanliness of the refinery It's good there is no dirt Tools need First, close the valve that feeds water mixer After this take ...
By: nwahbeh

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 09:25:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Trick-For-Patching-Drywall-Using-Hot-Glue/
A Trick For Patching Drywall Using Hot Glue - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/EUW6/H0KKWE0K/FLVEUW6H0KKWE0K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/EUW6/H0KKWE0K/FLVEUW6H0KKWE0K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/EUW6/H0KKWE0K/FLVEUW6H0KKWE0K.SMALL.jpg kurt.schaefer So some angry door knob has knocked a hole in your wall.   It's time to strike back! Here's a quick trick that uses hot glue and a Popsicle Stick to hold a minimal drywall patch and get that hole fixed in a jiffy.   This kind of repair is for small holes, and is especially good for walls that have ...
By: kurt.schaefer

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 09:54:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tire-Thread-Garage-Parking-Lanes/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJC/0TQJ/H0C6MGY6/FJC0TQJH0C6MGY6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJC/0TQJ/H0C6MGY6/FJC0TQJH0C6MGY6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJC/0TQJ/H0C6MGY6/FJC0TQJH0C6MGY6.SMALL.jpg dgarces3 hello everyone. this is my first instructable and i am willing to share it to you all. every wanted parking lanes inside your garage as a guide but hate the idea of yellow or white lines in your garage. i did but did not want the bright yellow or white. so i thought that it be cool if i had parking ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:10:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Bird-Spikes/
DIY Bird Spikes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/7VW4/H05Y7PP4/FJE7VW4H05Y7PP4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/7VW4/H05Y7PP4/FJE7VW4H05Y7PP4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/7VW4/H05Y7PP4/FJE7VW4H05Y7PP4.SMALL.jpg orangefob7 Under my deck, I have had a problem with Robins (and perhaps other birds) building nests in the rafters.  Personally, I don't mind it were it not for them getting very "protective" and accordingly getting very "swoopy."  So, I decided to install bird spikes.  It's an easy deterrent against birds as ...
By: orangefob7

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Mar 2012 12:37:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cement-Dome-Garage/
Cement Dome Garage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/0KI6/GZPZMLE0/FR20KI6GZPZMLE0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/0KI6/GZPZMLE0/FR20KI6GZPZMLE0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/0KI6/GZPZMLE0/FR20KI6GZPZMLE0.SMALL.jpg Thinkenstein My old garage was too low for my latest vehicle to fit through the door.  I decided to do a more tried-and-true design with a simple dome, using rebar and nylon-cement (nylon fishnet and cement).   The floor slopes a little, so I can roll out of the garage before starting up the engine.  One avoids...
By: Thinkenstein

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Mar 2012 06:45:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-strip-paint-from-an-old-door/
How to strip paint from an old door. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDV/MJ82/GZKG2RCQ/FDVMJ82GZKG2RCQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDV/MJ82/GZKG2RCQ/FDVMJ82GZKG2RCQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDV/MJ82/GZKG2RCQ/FDVMJ82GZKG2RCQ.SMALL.jpg DragonDon A couple of years ago I bought a house.  One of the things I really wanted was lots of wood.  I have always been impressed with houses that has well finished wood throughout.  The house was almost 60 years old and had hardwood flooring.  The original wooden doors were painted.  Well, those were the ...
By: DragonDon

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Mar 2012 17:34:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Extreme-Loft-Conversion/
Extreme Loft Conversion - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/RWJ3/GZACJ7BU/F5KRWJ3GZACJ7BU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/RWJ3/GZACJ7BU/F5KRWJ3GZACJ7BU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/RWJ3/GZACJ7BU/F5KRWJ3GZACJ7BU.SMALL.jpg DrWilson Around 8 months ago I was offered an opportunity every child would wish for, an opportunity that I could not say no to, nor waste any time on beginning. The opportunity was to undertake a relativity large loft conversion that was small on budget. But if that wasn't enough of a challenge for you then...
By: DrWilson

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 14:20:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-yet-high-end-Oak-vanity-to-match-my-mosaic/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/ZMDE/GZDY79CX/F76ZMDEGZDY79CX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/ZMDE/GZDY79CX/F76ZMDEGZDY79CX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/ZMDE/GZDY79CX/F76ZMDEGZDY79CX.SMALL.jpg clemensee This was a cheap, relatively easy project that yielded high end results.  I made up for the lack of storage with a large medicine cabinet.  With some leftover oak flooring, some square oak spindles, and some half inch plywood, I made the elevated oak box to house the sink.  I tiled the three exposed...
By: clemensee

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 12:24:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-finished-crawl-space-closet-with-oak-sliding/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/C20I/GZACIMQY/F05C20IGZACIMQY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/C20I/GZACIMQY/F05C20IGZACIMQY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/C20I/GZACIMQY/F05C20IGZACIMQY.SMALL.jpg clemensee I had a finished crawl space in my attic and decided to convert the area into a closet.  I constructed two large oak frames and four smaller wooden frames lined with beige cloth to inlay into the doors.  I bought two rails for hanging sliding doors at home depot and hung these from the ceiling (I ri...
By: clemensee

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 12:16:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Painted-Floor/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/BEK8/GYVDJQ0F/FTCBEK8GYVDJQ0F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/BEK8/GYVDJQ0F/FTCBEK8GYVDJQ0F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/BEK8/GYVDJQ0F/FTCBEK8GYVDJQ0F.SMALL.jpg wildviolets My painted floor was an idea I had for my own room/workspace. I am an artist and needed my own space, where I could put my computer, my paints, my easel, a drawing/painting table, seating....I only had a small dining room that was never used with ugly, old carpet. I first cleared the room, ripped u...
By: wildviolets

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:24:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Earthquake-mitigation-for-a-slab-on-grade-wood-fra/
Earthquake mitigation for a slab-on-grade wood frame house - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/RKRB/GZ38J1HB/FRZRKRBGZ38J1HB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/RKRB/GZ38J1HB/FRZRKRBGZ38J1HB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/RKRB/GZ38J1HB/FRZRKRBGZ38J1HB.SMALL.jpg adaviel Wood frame construction is common in North America, and is quite resistant to earthquake damage. However, the house must be bolted to the foundations to resist sideways forces during an earthquake. Slab-on-grade is a common construction technique in areas with a high water table (so basements are no...
By: adaviel

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:47:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Steel-Corner-Brackets/
How to Make Steel Corner Brackets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/G0VV/GYUY18C4/F5VG0VVGYUY18C4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/G0VV/GYUY18C4/F5VG0VVGYUY18C4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/G0VV/GYUY18C4/F5VG0VVGYUY18C4.SMALL.jpg Jason von Techshop This instructable will walk you through how to make your own angle corner brackets out of steel. They're great for building or strengthening  shelves and table tops; handy if you need something custom; and anyway much cooler (and more available) than the stuff you have to rifle through at the hardwa...
By: Jason von Techshop

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:06:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Enclosure-for-a-Generator/
Enclosure for a Generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/ND6U/GYKVXGTI/FFIND6UGYKVXGTI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/ND6U/GYKVXGTI/FFIND6UGYKVXGTI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/ND6U/GYKVXGTI/FFIND6UGYKVXGTI.SMALL.jpg northernmenace This Instructable is all about building a box for my new generator. We couldn't really afford an inverter type generator to run the stuff we want to (airconditioner, fridges and freezers), so it a standard older type wired into the house. The box's main purpose is to help redirect/muffle the sound a...
By: northernmenace

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 02:46:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Repointing-pre-1920-Brick-in-a-historic-home/
Repointing pre-1920 Brick in a historic home. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/ABFQ/GYGGN744/FV3ABFQGYGGN744.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/ABFQ/GYGGN744/FV3ABFQGYGGN744.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/ABFQ/GYGGN744/FV3ABFQGYGGN744.SMALL.jpg bigattichouse I live in a house originally built in the 1860's, owned by 10 or twelve folks over the years, and even was a boarding house in the 50's.  Over the years, as people got money, they expanded the house.  The last major expansion was around 1917, where a kitchen and "mother-in-law" room were added.  Som...
By: bigattichouse

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:53:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/2nd-floor-office/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/3ZTH/GYH33DZ2/F723ZTHGYH33DZ2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/3ZTH/GYH33DZ2/F723ZTHGYH33DZ2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/3ZTH/GYH33DZ2/F723ZTHGYH33DZ2.SMALL.jpg jtetla Images Showing how to create a model of an existing office space
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:02:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Project-Coraline-Build-an-attic-door-w-skeleton-/
Project Coraline: Build an attic door w/ skeleton lock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/NSRZ/GY4RA8PY/FVCNSRZGY4RA8PY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/NSRZ/GY4RA8PY/FVCNSRZGY4RA8PY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/NSRZ/GY4RA8PY/FVCNSRZGY4RA8PY.SMALL.jpg dennisjudd For the past 6 years that we’ve been living here our daughters room has been blasting hot in the summer and freezing cold in the winter. The reason why is because she has an attic door in her closet wall that lets you reach the first floor attic space. And by door I mean a piece of crud left over 1/...
By: dennisjudd

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Feb 2012 13:10:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Curved-Wooden-Fence/
Build a Curved Wooden Fence - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/ZBWO/GY4RTO8K/FQOZBWOGY4RTO8K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/ZBWO/GY4RTO8K/FQOZBWOGY4RTO8K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/ZBWO/GY4RTO8K/FQOZBWOGY4RTO8K.SMALL.jpg HandyLandy Okay this is the conversation I had with my wife while discussing me possibly building a fence.  What she wanted: The mailbox and the lamp post to be outside the fence. Comfortable for our neighbors to lean on  or set a drink while they chat with us. Just high enough that the dogs won't be tempted ...
By: HandyLandy

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 14:56:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Installing-a-Stainless-Steel-Chimney-Chase-Cover/
Installing a Stainless Steel Chimney Chase Cover - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/ODQW/GXUZ7NY2/FENODQWGXUZ7NY2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/ODQW/GXUZ7NY2/FENODQWGXUZ7NY2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/ODQW/GXUZ7NY2/FENODQWGXUZ7NY2.SMALL.jpg rockford_chimney A chimney chase cover is a cap that seals off the top of a wood framed or brick laid chimney chase. Chimney chase covers are typically made from low grade steel, which will rust over a short period of time. The smallest gap or hole on the chase cover can lead to expensive water damage. If you're n...
By: rockford_chimney

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:46:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Learn-how-to-cut-circles-out-of-glass/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/056Z/GXUZILUI/FP2056ZGXUZILUI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/056Z/GXUZILUI/FP2056ZGXUZILUI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/056Z/GXUZILUI/FP2056ZGXUZILUI.SMALL.jpg mdavis19 Learn the easy way to cut perfect circles out of plate glass for art projects, making a glass tabletop, glass coasters, or for repairing round windows. The only tools needed are a glass circle cutter with a suction cup, and an ordinary hand-held glass cutter. The technique is quick and easy to lea...
By: mdavis19

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:17:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-cut-and-strip-heavy-gauge-wire-easily/
How to cut and strip heavy gauge wire easily - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/O1K4/GXMS6105/FTGO1K4GXMS6105.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/O1K4/GXMS6105/FTGO1K4GXMS6105.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/O1K4/GXMS6105/FTGO1K4GXMS6105.SMALL.jpg wintergoat In this Instructable, you will learn how to easily cut and strip heavy gauge wire, without using heavy duty or professional tools. Sorry about some of the images' quality. My camera was not behaving. Tools In the image are the tools you may need. Hover over the yellow boxes for more info. Make ...
By: wintergoat

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Jan 2012 18:02:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Best-Christmas-Gift-Ever/
The Best Christmas Gift Ever - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/9YV8/GXL6FIAY/FSP9YV8GXL6FIAY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/9YV8/GXL6FIAY/FSP9YV8GXL6FIAY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/9YV8/GXL6FIAY/FSP9YV8GXL6FIAY.SMALL.jpg Chirpoff Ever since my dad moved out six months ago, everyday life has been a lot more hectic, unknown, ever-stressful, and always... kind of sad. My sister and mine's  mom loves having the Christmas tree up each year. We keep it up for many months because it brings peace, happiness, and hope in our lives ev...
By: Chirpoff

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 22:57:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Terminate-a-Cat-5-Cable/
How to Terminate a Cat 5 Cable - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/2RSW/GXFXNKPJ/FHR2RSWGXFXNKPJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/2RSW/GXFXNKPJ/FHR2RSWGXFXNKPJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/2RSW/GXFXNKPJ/FHR2RSWGXFXNKPJ.SMALL.jpg facklere Alright, the average person may not ever need to terminate (crimp a connector onto) the end of a Category (Cat) 5 cable, but perhaps you will someday. Just in case you do, I hope to create a foolproof guide containing all the information you need to do so. But enough of the intro, you came here for ...
By: facklere

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:44:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Remodel-another-bathroom/
Remodel another bathroom - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/1KO0/GXFXNHWY/FDQ1KO0GXFXNHWY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/1KO0/GXFXNHWY/FDQ1KO0GXFXNHWY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/1KO0/GXFXNHWY/FDQ1KO0GXFXNHWY.SMALL.jpg MrBippers I'm back for the sequel to my previous instructable, how to remodel a bathroom.  That previous guide covered my downstairs bathroom and after a nice, *long* rest period I took on the upstairs bathroom.  This was a complete gutting involving replacing an old cast iron tub, replumbing for a modern 1 h...
By: MrBippers

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Jan 2012 20:06:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Clean-and-Re-finish-Old-Door-Hardware/
Clean and Re-finish Old Door Knobs and Hardware - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/HCNC/GX3LWFQ1/F1MHCNCGX3LWFQ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/HCNC/GX3LWFQ1/F1MHCNCGX3LWFQ1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/HCNC/GX3LWFQ1/F1MHCNCGX3LWFQ1.SMALL.jpg Mar HK The interior doors of my house have the original 1950's knobs - the old style with the long escutcheon plates and the knob-and-spindle doorknobs. When I moved in, they were painted over with multiple layers of paint, although the paint had worn off some of the knobs to show plain steel, with hints o...
By: Mar HK

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 19:22:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Castle-Door/
Castle Door - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/E0K1/GXBNARMH/FI7E0K1GXBNARMH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/E0K1/GXBNARMH/FI7E0K1GXBNARMH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/E0K1/GXBNARMH/FI7E0K1GXBNARMH.SMALL.jpg bricabracwizard Yes I really would like to win the shopbot challenge, no more shaky hands to create beautiful works of art, when you accidentally cut off some important part of your project you have to start over, NOT with the shopbot CNC router! We used to have this really terrible, tiny bathroom in the middle of...
By: bricabracwizard

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:26:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Replace-a-Pipe-Poot-On-A-Metal-Roof/
How To Replace a Pipe Boot On A Metal Roof. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/KD6H/GX5XKR82/FQWKD6HGX5XKR82.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/KD6H/GX5XKR82/FQWKD6HGX5XKR82.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/KD6H/GX5XKR82/FQWKD6HGX5XKR82.SMALL.jpg ox38 This is a common area of any roof where the majority of leaks come from, so its always good to know how to repair it when necessary.  I first advise that if you are not comfortable on a roof or if the pitch of the roof ( the steepness) is to great you might want to hire a professional. that being sa...
By: ox38

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:23:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Hide-your-tv-wires-in-the-wall/
Hide your tv wires in the wall - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/SAGX/GWTSNVV3/FZNSAGXGWTSNVV3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/SAGX/GWTSNVV3/FZNSAGXGWTSNVV3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/SAGX/GWTSNVV3/FZNSAGXGWTSNVV3.SMALL.jpg aaron81006 Here's an easy way to hide your wires for your flat wall mounted tv in the wall. My tv had an outlet directly below where the tv was mounted. If yours isn't this way, you will have to get power some other way.  I had previously mounted my TV up high on the wall in my bedroom but didn't like the wire...
By: aaron81006

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Jan 2012 21:51:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Refinishing-an-Hardwood-Staircase/
Refinishing an Hardwood Staircase - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/0HNB/GWV07FL2/FG90HNBGWV07FL2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/0HNB/GWV07FL2/FG90HNBGWV07FL2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/0HNB/GWV07FL2/FG90HNBGWV07FL2.SMALL.jpg KittyJ This is an adventure in refinishing my hardwood staircase, told by an amateur artist and homeowner. This may not be how the pros would do it, but it's done for about $150 in materials and a few days of my time. We floundered a bit in figuring it out, but here I'll share the things I've figured out....
By: KittyJ

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 16:35:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Closet-Shelving/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZG/786X/GWTSNSGV/FZG786XGWTSNSGV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZG/786X/GWTSNSGV/FZG786XGWTSNSGV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZG/786X/GWTSNSGV/FZG786XGWTSNSGV.SMALL.jpg jdfnola I ripped out the cheap wire shelving and replaced it with  nice built in wood shelves and closet rods. Looks much better and gives us much more storage capacity.
By: jdfnola

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 15:03:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-PLYWOOD-FLOORS/
DIY PLYWOOD FLOORS - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/XAOZ/GWTIJU6H/FL7XAOZGWTIJU6H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/XAOZ/GWTIJU6H/FL7XAOZGWTIJU6H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/XAOZ/GWTIJU6H/FL7XAOZGWTIJU6H.SMALL.jpg jdfnola I love my house. It's a classic New Orleans shotgun. Over 100 years old, it was made by craftsmen who really knew how to build things to last. There was an addition (back bedroom and bathroom) put on when the house was refurbished shortly before Hurricane Katrina. The addition was built competently,...
By: jdfnola

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:02:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Floor-Tile-Mosaic-Insert/
Floor Tile Mosaic Insert - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/XNKF/GWF6EMHY/FDHXNKFGWF6EMHY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/XNKF/GWF6EMHY/FDHXNKFGWF6EMHY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/XNKF/GWF6EMHY/FDHXNKFGWF6EMHY.SMALL.jpg cobourgdave This project, my first attempt at a tile mosaic, and a way of using up some surplus tile left after tilling the basement floor. The mosaic looks complicated, but is not. I installed it in the foyer of our bungalow (raised ranch) centered under a hanging lamp. In the following steps I will show you w...
By: cobourgdave

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:37:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paint-Realistic-Faux-Wood-Grain/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/URMP/GWOH3MKB/FDBURMPGWOH3MKB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/URMP/GWOH3MKB/FDBURMPGWOH3MKB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/URMP/GWOH3MKB/FDBURMPGWOH3MKB.SMALL.jpg chrisorr This instructable demonstrates how to create a realistic painted wood grain.  This application was on a banister but could be used on many surfaces. Enjoy!
By: chrisorr

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 07:32:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tile-Kitchen-Back-Splash-from/
Tile Kitchen Back Splash from - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/H6D6/GWINSGZX/FSCH6D6GWINSGZX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/H6D6/GWINSGZX/FSCH6D6GWINSGZX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/H6D6/GWINSGZX/FSCH6D6GWINSGZX.SMALL.jpg cobourgdave This  Kitchen Back Splash project was one of three I undertook to get rid of my surplus tiles left over from tiling the basement. Here it is after completion, detail images follow, as well as the design of the layout. It took about 3 days to complete. The TOOLS TEQUIRED ARE: a DIAMOND WET SAW (buy ...
By: cobourgdave

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:21:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sliding-Door-Child-Lock/
Sliding Door Child Lock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/GJGE/GW3XHBLG/FXLGJGEGW3XHBLG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/GJGE/GW3XHBLG/FXLGJGEGW3XHBLG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/GJGE/GW3XHBLG/FXLGJGEGW3XHBLG.SMALL.jpg mmarrington I recently came to my attention that there are not really any good sliding door child locks, either that or our 2 year old is more naughty than others. All we have tried either would damage the door, look incredibly ugly, or was easily outsmarted by our toddler.  So I came up with my own child lock,...
By: mmarrington

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:25:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Comics-covered-toilet-tank/
Comics covered toilet tank - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/RY4W/GW4S37S5/FIIRY4WGW4S37S5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/RY4W/GW4S37S5/FIIRY4WGW4S37S5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/RY4W/GW4S37S5/FIIRY4WGW4S37S5.SMALL.jpg yauzi When I first moved in to my new space It had a boring and cramped toilet, which I knew I had to upgrade. So I've decided to use old cheap comics I had and color it up. This is a really easy and quick instructable, recommended to make with a friend. Things needed: Some cheap comic books you can spa...
By: yauzi

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:12:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-EZ-Knock-Down-Drywall-Texture-Technique/
Quick and EZ Knock Down Drywall Texture Technique - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/AR9D/GVZQ6JP4/FUIAR9DGVZQ6JP4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/AR9D/GVZQ6JP4/FUIAR9DGVZQ6JP4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/AR9D/GVZQ6JP4/FUIAR9DGVZQ6JP4.SMALL.jpg ezhope1 I found myself needing to texture two walls in a basement room and not wanting to get a sprayer to splatter drywall mud everywhere.  What I came up with was a very fast, efficient way to achieve a similar effect without renting any equipment. Assume that the walls are smooth to your satisfaction, i...
By: ezhope1

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 20:39:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-tools-to-make-loft-insulation-easier-for-/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/Y06M/GVZPP04H/FVNY06MGVZPP04H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/Y06M/GVZPP04H/FVNY06MGVZPP04H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/Y06M/GVZPP04H/FVNY06MGVZPP04H.SMALL.jpg Dr Qui This is how I made some tools to make insulating my loft easier on my already bad back. I live in a house that is almost 100years old, it wa renovated a few years ago and got a new roof and widows etc.  It was never insulated before so after the last few winters of extreme weather i decided that i ...
By: Dr Qui

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 10:53:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Cut-Polish-Granite-Undermount-Sink/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/CZDV/GVXH9YKG/FKSCZDVGVXH9YKG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/CZDV/GVXH9YKG/FKSCZDVGVXH9YKG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/CZDV/GVXH9YKG/FKSCZDVGVXH9YKG.SMALL.jpg toolocity This is part of a 28 minute video on how to fabricate granite undermount kitchen sink for Do-It-Yourselfers. The project was to replace a top mount granite kitchen sink with an undermount granite kitchen sink. We took a piece of matching "pre-fabbed" granite slab (by pre-fabbed we mean the edge has ...
By: toolocity

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Dec 2011 09:39:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-tile-replacement/
Make a tile replacement - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/R7FR/GV9CEWES/FBSR7FRGV9CEWES.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/R7FR/GV9CEWES/FBSR7FRGV9CEWES.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/R7FR/GV9CEWES/FBSR7FRGV9CEWES.SMALL.jpg Mike73 This year all the water supply pipes were replaced in the building where our condo is located as a preventive measure. The walls of our bathroom and kitchen had to be opened to get the pipes replaced, leaving us with some renovation work. Initially, it was planned that hired companies come to our pl...
By: Mike73

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Nov 2011 01:43:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-an-extra-pane-to-your-windows/
Add an extra pane to your windows - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/D4K3/GUFX5GDW/FRHD4K3GUFX5GDW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/D4K3/GUFX5GDW/FRHD4K3GUFX5GDW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/D4K3/GUFX5GDW/FRHD4K3GUFX5GDW.SMALL.jpg Mar HK I have an old house, and two of the windows are still single paned. As part of my ongoing energy efficiency improvements, I wanted to reduce the air and heat leakage from them, and reduce condensation on the glass. Since it's not in the budget to replace them this year, I needed a reasonably priced...
By: Mar HK

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