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Floating floor optionsNEWAffordable, hard-wearing choices for DIY installation |
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Building and rendering a brick wallNEW Build a structure on reinforced concrete footing then render and paint for a smooth ... |
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Reader project - Paul's new courtyard Paul Traumanis created a low-maintenance oasis for his courtyard |
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Reader project - Bernard's entertainer A new limestone patio extends outdoor living |
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![]() | 10 Fixes for a Quick Sale 10You don't have to spend tens of thousands of dollars to give your house a makeover before you sell. Here are some great ideas to bump up the price value of your house for a quick sale | Warming solutions 7A few simple changes to your existing set-up can cut your heating bills significantly. | ![]() | Handyman's 2011 DIYer of the year 6Marie Davis wins the Handyman/Ryobi 2011 DIYer of the Year competition with an innovative project | ![]() | Bathroom Design Fixes 5Money saving ideas to consider before pulling out your bathroom. | ![]() | Painting Tips 5Painting is high on the list of DIY home improvements but it can be daunting as it costs time and money. But done correctly, a freshly painted room is a cost-effective and big impact way to makeover an interior. | ![]() | How to Regrout Tiles 5Bumps and knocks to tiled surfaces loosen grout over time, allowing water to seep in. Regrouting is simpler than replacing tiles, and it gives old tiles a clean finish.. | ![]() | Fix Holes and Gaps in Walls 5Life, families and animals can be tough on the interior walls of our homes, the inevitable ding, scratch or knock will occur. Holes can also be left after moving pictures or fixtures around. Keeping on top of these small repairs and applying touch up paint will keep interiors look fresher and neater and prolong the time required between full fresh paint jobs. | ![]() | Window design 5Windows are a major source of heat loss and gain, and therefore a key element in any design. | ![]() | Garage storage solutions 5Reclaim floor space by storing bulky items up high | ![]() | Sand a hardwood floor – getting started 4Care and some hired equipment are all you need to restore wood floors. Floor finishing is not difficult, but you should have experience with power tools and applying finishes. If your floors are made from a softwood, such as cypress, pine or Oregon pine, much of this information will apply, but the surface may require gentler sanding. |
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