Homeowners across the country are loading up their toolbelts and taking on home improvement projects in preparation for selling their homes. This DIY crowd is looking for better ways to make the home better while keeping expenses down.
Rejuvenate cabinets. Instead of replacing your kitchen cabinets, stain them for a fresh new look.
Wash cabinets with mild detergent. Let dry, and then scrape off the loose paint.
Sand all surfaces. Try Black & Decker's Complete Sanding Kit with Smart Select Technology. Wipe away sanding dust, and prime bare wood with sealer.
Wash cabinets with mild detergent. Let dry, and then scrape off the loose paint.
Sand all surfaces. Try Black & Decker's Complete Sanding Kit with Smart Select Technology. Wipe away sanding dust, and prime bare wood with sealer.
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Paint cabinet interiors' back walls first, then tops, sides and bottoms. Paint bottoms, tops and edges of shelves last.
Paint both sides of doors, beginning with inner surfaces. With panel doors, first paint recessed panels and horizontal rails, and then vertical stiles.
Assemble Furniture Yourself. Adding even one new piece of furniture, such as a bookshelf, can help transform a room. To help eliminate some of the frustration that can come with following assembly instructions, follow these tips:
Set aside a work area that's big enough for unpacking and maneuvering the pre-assembled pieces.
Spread out all the furniture pieces and hardware. Compare what you have with what is listed in the owner's manual. Make sure you have everything before
Paint both sides of doors, beginning with inner surfaces. With panel doors, first paint recessed panels and horizontal rails, and then vertical stiles.
Assemble Furniture Yourself. Adding even one new piece of furniture, such as a bookshelf, can help transform a room. To help eliminate some of the frustration that can come with following assembly instructions, follow these tips:
Set aside a work area that's big enough for unpacking and maneuvering the pre-assembled pieces.
Spread out all the furniture pieces and hardware. Compare what you have with what is listed in the owner's manual. Make sure you have everything before
you start.
Be ready with the basic tools. Some furniture is simple enough that no tools are required, but more complex pieces will probably call for a hammer, screwdrivers, wrenches and maybe a power drill.
Install New Blinds. New blinds can help change the look of a room in no time. They also add privacy and can be an added form of insulation in the cooler months.
Take accurate measurements before you buy. Inside and outside mounted blinds are measured differently. You can find measuring guides online to help get the right fit.
Open the package carefully. Don't use a razor blade or knife to open the boxes because you could accidentally cut a cord.
Be ready with the basic tools. Some furniture is simple enough that no tools are required, but more complex pieces will probably call for a hammer, screwdrivers, wrenches and maybe a power drill.
Install New Blinds. New blinds can help change the look of a room in no time. They also add privacy and can be an added form of insulation in the cooler months.
Take accurate measurements before you buy. Inside and outside mounted blinds are measured differently. You can find measuring guides online to help get the right fit.
Open the package carefully. Don't use a razor blade or knife to open the boxes because you could accidentally cut a cord.
Pre-drill pilot holes for screws to avoid splitting the work piece. Use a slower speed and moderate pressure. A steady and patient approach works best with wood to avoid slipping and misaligning holes.
Add a Chair Rail. It's the perfect way to create a new look in any room without the hassle of painting the entire space.
To determine how high the chair rail should be, divide the height of the ceiling by three. The general rule is that the chair rail should be about one-third of the way up from the floor ( between 32 and 36 inches for a 8-foot ceiling).
Following a cut line with a saw can be difficult, especially in poorly lit work areas. One tool that can make the job easier is a jigsaw.
Using a jigsaw can be tricky when you first start. Practicing on a piece of scrap wood will help you avoid costly mistakes on the actual project and get you acquainted with using the saw.
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Add a Chair Rail. It's the perfect way to create a new look in any room without the hassle of painting the entire space.
To determine how high the chair rail should be, divide the height of the ceiling by three. The general rule is that the chair rail should be about one-third of the way up from the floor ( between 32 and 36 inches for a 8-foot ceiling).
Following a cut line with a saw can be difficult, especially in poorly lit work areas. One tool that can make the job easier is a jigsaw.
Using a jigsaw can be tricky when you first start. Practicing on a piece of scrap wood will help you avoid costly mistakes on the actual project and get you acquainted with using the saw.
Courtesy of Family Features
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