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Creating natural steps in a slippery slope.

No photos at this time, but wanting to create steps to help get down (an up!) the embankment of the creek behind my cabin. Is it possible to "cut in" to the hillside and slide concrete ...»

pavers into place AND create stable steps? I want them to be as unobtrusive and inexpensive as possible.

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  Donna Dixson on May 05, 2013

  Yes, you can do that. I like flagstone steppers better, but they are more expensive.

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How To Caulk A Bathtub/Repair Grout

A fool-proof way to caulk a bathtub...or anything for that matter. My dad showed me this method years ago and it has never failed me! Plus introduction to grout in a tube. #DIYChallenge

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  Commented on Apr 16, 2013

  I did this last spring to my tub. It was so beautiful, I got up during the night to go admire ...»

  it one more time!

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Grouted Vinyl Tile

Moving along in our half bath makeover, we recently updated the floor for only $25! We used vinyl tiles, but grouted them, and it looks just like ceramic!! ...»

You can follow along with this bathroom renovation, and so many other projects that I'm constantly taking on! www.magentaandlime.net

3 Hours 25.00 Moderate

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  Commented on Mar 31, 2013

  Ignore the naysayers. You did a great job, the finished product looks wonderful, what a quick ...»

  and inexpensive fix for a small space!

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Board and Batten Bathroom

We wanted a cheap and easy update for the main bathroom or powder room as some like to call it. I knew a dramatic stencil would be great on half the wall so board and batten was an easy ...»

choice for the bottom half. The vanity was painted with some primer and black paint to give a nice updated look.

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  Commented on Dec 09, 2012

  VERY nice job!!

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Transform an Old Filing Cabinet Into a Garage Storage Unit

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  Commented on Oct 27, 2012

  Think I'm going to start scouting for an old cabinet . . . .

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I painted my ugly formica counters to look like faux granite!

I recently removed wallpaper in my kitchen and painted the walls and really loved the new look. But I was stuck with these ugly hunter green formica countertops with wood trim! UGH. So ...»

I decided to try to paint them and they turned out SO great I was shocked. It totally transformed my kitchen for about $100. The tutorial is here...

http://generalsplendour.blogspot.com/2011/02...

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  Commented on Oct 14, 2012

  Darn you, you have planted another project seed in my brain!!

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Building Floating shelves in a Small Bathroom

Best way to utilize the space above the lavatory in a small bath without storage solutions.

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  Commented on Sep 09, 2012

  Thank so much for the tutorial! Your shelves look wonderful, and I have just such an alcove ...»

  in one of my baths that is crying out for more storage. You just helped me make a decision :-)

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Decorate With Black

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  Commented on Aug 22, 2012

  Gorgeous!

Windows & Doors: Any tips for finding salvaged interior doors here in southeast Texas?

Have completed our pantry redo, except for the doors. Pulled of the old sliding doors, looking for a double door?

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  KMS Woodworks on Aug 20, 2012

  Do you have a Habitat or Resource store near you? (these are used architectural or salvage ...»

  donation centers)

  you can also look on craigs list...or post a wanted add there