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Looking for an easy storage solution that saves space and money? Simply grab an old bookcase (any will do), and turn it into a fun and decorative bench that’s chic and functional.
Materials
- Bookcase
- Power drill and ½-inch drill bit
- 4-6 couch legs
- Measuring tape
- Peg board/thin wood board
- Saw
- Foam slab
- 2 yards outdoor fabric
- Fabric scissors
- Staple gun/staples
- Adhesive glue
Directions:
Turn the bookcase onto its side, and using a drill fitted with a ½-inc...
If you have a family, you know that long gone are the days of saving up your dollars and cents in a coffee can for a lively weekend at the beach with friends, where the only worries you had were how many suits you needed to pack for a seven-day trip.
Nowadays, your beach trips look quite different. Juice boxes replaced six-packs and arm floaters replaced drink cozies. You’re looking for a relaxing locale with plenty of lifeguards, kiddie rides, and ice cream parlors, and these beaches are the...
Large galvanized tubs have multiple functions around the house, from washing pets to storing knickknacks, there's no reason to ignore that metal tub that's been sitting in your garage for months. In fact, they even make the ideal DIY window box! Follow these simple steps to create a farmhouse window box that will surely transform the exterior of your house.
Materials
- Galvanized tub
- Power Drill
- Potting soil
- Flowers
Directions:
If you can find a lower mortgage rate than the one you already have, then refinancing a mortgage can make sense. Here are some of the best ways to get a low rate:
Raise Your Credit ScoreFor a conventional loan, borrowers with a credit score of 740 or more will usually get the best interest rates. Having a minimum credit score of 620 will often lead to a higher rate. Raising your credit score can help. Some methods take longer than others, but improving your score is one of the best moves to m...
Heavy storms can wreak havoc on our homes, especially if you have a basement that’s in danger of flooding. New York-based T. Webber Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning offers the following tips to protect your basement from water damage when foul weather strikes:
1. Look for Signs of Water – Do a walk-through and search for any signs of water damage, especially under basement stairs. Keep an eye out for moisture on walls or floors.2. Act Quickly – If you discover water stains or standing water...
Care to knock out your spring cleaning in a month? It may seem impossible, but take it week by week, and you’re sure to have a sparkling clean house before April showers give way to May flowers.
Week One: DeclutterDecluttering is a big aspect of any cleaning project. Whether it be your closets, bathroom, basement, garage or other areas of your home, don’t leave this to the last week of your spring cleaning responsibilities. Decluttering and organizing should be done before any major cleanin...
One of the best ways to enjoy your backyard is by gathering around a campfire, but gathering wood and making the fire yourself isn’t always feasible. Now you can have your very own tabletop version—perfect for any size backyard!
Materials:
Work gloves
Nonstick spray
18-inch bowl
Large bucket
Concrete mix
Masonry trowel
5-inch bowl
Heavy weights
Sandpaper
Lava rock granules
Gel fuel canisters
Grill grate/metal screen
Industrial scissors
Large lava rocks
Lighter
Directions:
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