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Archive for the 'Doors' Category

Apr 18 2007

Five Steps to a Brand New Door

Published by Jennifer under Doors

Learning how to replace a door opens a whole new window of opportunity for a do-it-yourselfer. A new door can change the style of a room or brighten up the exterior of a house. In addition, a new door with a better seal can help prevent drafts and improve heating bills.
There are three types of [...]

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Apr 16 2007

Foolproof Ways to Install a New Doorbell

Published by Jennifer under Doors, Installations

Whether you are waiting on guests or unexpected visitors drop by, you’ll seem like a surly host if you don’t answer the door because the doorbell doesn’t work. Don’t let your reputation suffer when fixing a doorbell is one of the easiest “do-it-yourself” (DIY) electrical projects of all! In just a few short steps, you [...]

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Apr 14 2007

Happening Hinges: How to Choose the Right Hinge for Your Project

Published by Jennifer under Doors

The array of hinges found in a local hardware store can be dizzying. How do you know which hinge is the right one for your project?
First and foremost, you may be able to narrow down the selection by some major factors. Based on the size, weight, and shape of your work materials, does the hinge [...]

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Apr 12 2007

Open and Shut Case: Mysteries of the Stuck Window and Door Revealed

Published by Jennifer under Doors, Windows

Sometimes, when opportunity knocks, you can’t get the door open. It’s mysteriously stuck. You move over to open the window of opportunity, and after much huffing and puffing, you realize you can’t get that open, either. What’s going on here?
Learn all about how and why doors and windows stick and how to fix them, so [...]

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