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Make Your Own Headboard – Simple Steps for Your DIY Project Print E-mail
Written by Mike C.   

If you want to take on a simple do-it yourself project, consider making your own headboard. It’s not too difficult to make your own headboard, and you will love the pride you feel when you show off your craftsmanship.  Just gather your tools, follow a few steps, and your headboard will be ready.

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How to Clean Suede – A Simple Guide for Cleaning Suede Couches and Shoes Print E-mail
Written by Susan B   

Suede looks great when it’s clean, but when it gets dirty, it can be an embarrassment. If you are tired of hiding your suede couch or shoes, use this guide to learn how to clean suede. Then, your suede will look like new once again.

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How to Build a Platform Bed With Storage Print E-mail
Written by Bob B.   

A platform bed is more than a stylish piece of furniture. It can also be a great way to store items.We are going to show you how to build a platform bed with storage. The instructions are for a king bed with a platform height of 16.5”. If this is not to your liking, you can make adjustments so you can get the right bed size and height.

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How to Clean Granite Countertops with Dish Soap or Cleaner Print E-mail
Written by kenny   

Granite countertops are a great addition to any home.  Once they get dirty, though, they can become an embarrassment. If you want your countertops to return to their original beauty, you need to learn how to clean granite countertops. There are two good ways to clean countertops. You can use dish soap or a dedicated granite cleaner.  We are going to take you through both processes. Also see How to clean leather.

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How to Clean Leather Clothing, Couches and Purses Print E-mail
Written by Mike C.   

Leather is not like other materials. It can’t just be cleaned with soap and water, or with standard cleaning solutions. You have to take special care when cleaning leather.  If you want to know how to clean leather, look through this article to find the type of leather you need to clean and then follow the steps.

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How to Clean a Coffee Maker Print E-mail
Written by Sarah   

You are addicted to your morning coffee.  However, that doesn’t mean that you are addicted to the sludge and grime that builds up in your coffee pot.  The best way to combat this problem is to clean your coffee maker correctly.  We are going to teach you how to clean a coffee maker. Then, you will no longer have to worry about sludge taking over your favorite drink dispenser.

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Popcorn Ceiling Removal – Easy Steps for Removing Your Ceiling Print E-mail
Written by Jeff. D   

If you are tired of having a popcorn ceiling, you have two choices. You can pay someone a bundle to remove it for you, or you can follow a few simple steps and remove it yourself. If you want to save money, follow these tips for removing popcorn ceiling. The ceiling will be down in no time, and you can use the money you saved to treat yourself to a night out on the town.

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DIY Media Room Print E-mail
Written by Bob B.   

DIY Media Room

Creating a media room can be challenging, but it is possible.  Save costs by learning how to create a media room yourself.  However, there may be some things you may need to hire a professional for, depending on your skills.  Make up a list of things you think you can do yourself and things you know you simply cannot do.  This will help you prepare a budget, which is important in this type of project. Also see how to declutter your home, basement waterproofing

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How to Stain Concrete – Step by Step Instructions Print E-mail
Written by kenny   

These instructions on how to stain concrete will help you turn a slab of concrete into a smooth, natural looking surface that will not fade, dull, crack, or peel.  Concrete stain is also called acid stain, acid etch, acid wash, or patina stain.

You are not actually staining concrete, but you are using a mixture of acid, metallic salts, and other materials that will create a chemical reaction.  This chemical reaction will change the composition and color of your concrete.

It is important to understand that to acid stain concrete, you will not be able to hide surface discoloration, impressions, blemishes, markings, or cracks.  These stains will create a translucent color effect.

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How to Remove Linoleum from Concrete Print E-mail
Written by Stacy G.   

To learn how to remove linoleum from concrete is a challenging process; however, it is something that you can do. The actual linoleum is not what makes this project difficult. It is the adhesive that is used to glue it down. Older linoleum floors were glued down with a type of glue that is not like the adhesives on the market today. The glue will dry out and become brittle, which will make the linoleum tiles come up or make the roll out type of linoleum have soft spots.

The older floors with the older type of glue will generally not have a backing like what is used on the newer linoleum and vinyl floors. The good news is if the old glue is brittle, it will be easier to remove. However, if it is smeared onto the concrete thinly, you could have some problems.

Allow a few days to complete this project. While it can be frustrating trying to get the glue off, there are some things you can do that will make learning how to remove linoleum from concrete a little easier.

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How to Lay Tile in a Bathroom Print E-mail
Written by Bob B.   

How to Lay Tile in a Bathroom

Learning how to lay tile in a bathroom may feel overwhelming.  If you learn how to lay tile in a bathroom by dividing the instructions into sections, you will find this project is not as difficult as you first thought.  Be sure to allow a couple of days for this project, so plan accordingly, especially if you do not have a spare bathroom. Also see How To Lay Tile.

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