Keeping decks sturdy and looking new is a three step process that can be low cost and require only moderate effort.
First, test the condition of your deck by performing a simple test. Drip water from a turkey basting or similar tool onto the surface. If it beads well, refinishing isn't necessary. If it soaks in rapidly, a full treatment is required.
Next, get a few different weather reports. Pick a period of a week where you expect moderate temperatures and low humidity. Several drying...

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If carried out correctly, replacing your screens can be a snap. Be careless and you really will have to replace the whole screen, frame and all.
Most screens come in two basic types: standard window screens and screen doors.
Screen doors sit on rollers on springs and can typically just be lifted out with slight pressure. Lift and tilt the bottom toward your feet a couple of centimeters (an inch) to clear the bottom frame, then let the screen down. Never force it, don't tilt too far...

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With only a few dozen deck screws, lag screws, galvanized nails, bolts, joists, posts, braces, flashing, concrete bags, gravel, stain, thinner, drill, level, plumb bob, hammer, measuring tape... you too can build a deck. Sounds complicated already, eh? No one can teach you to build a deck in one page. But here are some tips about how to build a deck that's stronger, lasts longer and gives you the result you want.
Tip #1
First, this is one time doing things the old-fashioned way may...

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Replacing doors falls into two categories: (1) replacing just the door, (2) replacing the door plus the frame. The first is easy, but the second is within the skill set of the average do-it-yourselfer as well. Here, we'll cover the first case only.
To remove the original door, open it far enough to expose the hinges and give yourself ample working room. Whenever possible, put a wedge under the door on each side to take the pressure off the hinges. One on each side helps prevent the door from...

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First and foremost, when shopping keep in mind any electrical codes and the limitations of your home. Many families today are refurbishing beautiful older homes. These elegant houses were often well built, but wiring systems were not what they are today....

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