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How to
Build a Simple Wood Truss
Trusses are commonly used to provide support for roofs, bridges, and other expansive structures. To put together a simple wooden truss, you'll fasten a number of pre-cut beams into a chosen configuration inside a sturdy ...
How to
Lock a Door Without a Lock
Looking for simple ways to secure a door without a lock? Whether you’re hoping to lock your house, apartment, or office door, we’ve got you covered. In this article, we'll cover the best ways to temporarily lock your...
How to Undo Zip Ties Without Breaking Them
Plus, how to free yourself from zip tie restraints in emergencies Cable ties typically come in two types: single-use and reusable. However, you can easily undo a single-use tie – without having to cut it open – so yo...
10 Ways to Remove a Stuck Screw
Unscrew the most stubborn screws with or without a toolkitStripped, or stuck, screws can quickly derail your projects! When removing a stuck screw, remain patient. When one method doesn’t work, don’t give up! Take a ...
How to
Remove Rivets
Removing a rivet may seem like a difficult task, but if you have the right tools, it’s actually really simple. For smaller rivets, use a drill bit to drive through the surface. For stubborn rivets that you can’t dril...
How to
Unscrew a Screw Without a Screwdriver
It happens often enough that you don't have a screwdriver handy but really urgently need to remove a screw. Although using a screwdriver is the easiest and safest way to remove a screw, there are different methods that c...
Reset a DSC Alarm System and Stop Beeping Fast
Is your DSC alarm going off, and you want it to stop? Or, maybe there’s a warning light flashing that you want to get rid of. Whether your alarm went off and you need to reset it or you’re trying to update the date a...
How to
Build a Squirrel House
Many homeowners and garden enthusiasts do not appreciate squirrels. One way to protect your garden or your birdhouse is to provide a sanctioned area for squirrels. A squirrel house, built properly, will encourage squirre...
How to
Build a Treehouse
A treehouse can be a magical hideaway, fort, or play destination for almost any child, as well as a fun project for any adult. Building a treehouse takes careful planning and construction, but your hard work will pay off...
How to
Change a Gu10 Halogen Light Bulb
Changing a light bulb is supposed to be one of the easiest tasks that exists. It's even the subject of jokes based on how easy it is - "how many plumbers does it take to screw in a light bulb", etc. However, if you've ev...
How to
Measure Chainsaw Chain
Chainsaw chains are sized in a very unique way. Instead of 1 size measurement, these chains have 3: the pitch, the gauge, and the number of drive links. Fortunately, these numbers are often easily located on the side of ...
How to Measure Bar Length on a Chainsaw
Learn to quickly & easily take bar length measurementsThe bar on a chainsaw is the metal part that the chain wraps around. You may need to determine the size of your chainsaw bar to replace either the bar or the chain. L...
How to Reprogram Your LiftMaster Garage Door Opener Motor
Unlink & relink your LiftMaster garage door remotes, Wi-Fi, or cameraIf you moved homes, got a new garage door or opener, or lost your remote or keyless entry code, you may have to reset your LiftMaster garage door opene...
How to Remove Blinds
Take down any type of blinds quickly for repairs or replacements There are a lot of different blinds out there, and each one can have a different mounting system. The good news is that the basic steps are functionally un...
How to Change the Light Bulbs in Different Types of Ceiling Fans
Easily remove the light cover and restore brightness to your homeWhen you have a burned-out light in a ceiling fan, replacing the actual bulb is usually the easy part—getting the light cover off can be the real trick! ...
Complete DIY Guide: How to Build an Indoor or Outdoor Stage
Make your perfect performance set-up at home or on the road Building a stage can provide a great addition to a playroom, or provide an elevated platform for a performance. By combining multiple stage platforms, you can ...
How to Program a Chamberlain Garage Door Opener
An opener for your garage door is an undervalued convenience that’s come with modern technology. But how do you program one? In this guide, we’ll show you how to set up your Chamberlain garage door opener with a remo...
How to
Make a Door
These days, you can walk into any home improvement store and buy a pre-cut door ready to hang. But what if you’re looking for something a little sturdier, or need to cover an oddly-sized doorway? Try making your own do...
A Simple Guide to Resetting Your Genie Garage Door Opener
Troubleshoot your garage door problems with this easy guide Genie garage doors are known for their convenience and easy-to-use remotes. Unfortunately, this system becomes less simple when you need to sync or resync your ...
How to
Replace Grease in a Grease Gun
Grease guns help keep your equipment and machinery running in tip-top shape. While these tools look intimidating to refill, you can easily reload your grease gun within a matter of minutes. If you’re using a new tool, ...
