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Painting: Can I use wall paint on old, finished wooden furniture?
I have an old laquered dresser and an old wooden twin bed that I want to repaint for my son's 3rd birthday.
I bought some teal and lime paint from the mis-tint rack at Lowe's, intending on using it on the walls. I also wanted to use it on the furniture so it all matches, but I want to make sure that it is going to stick. I have read about sanding and priming it first, but I would love to know if there is any way I can get around this step without buying any other special paint? ...»
Remodeling: Building a "Sleep Pod."
Hi Everyone: It's been 5 years since I bought my condo so, I can't quite leave. The elephant, I mean, the gentleman who lives above does nothing but disturb my slumber. I've tried
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One leader in sound reduction is "homosote" ...»
Remodeling: Need someone to build this!
The previous owners made a stupid box looking fireplace. I want to upgrade! Please see the pics and let me know if this is work you can do. I'm getting quotes together and would like it done ASAP if possible. I live in McDonough, Ga.
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Love the inspiration. And I have a friend that's done that kind of work herself! (She still ...»
Remodeling: Miracle Method Bathtub Refinishing
Has anyone ever used this company before, or know of anyone who has used it? Does it work, and hold up well? Anyone in the Katy/Houston area in particular? Any and all comments would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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Thanks KMS! Price is about what I expected; which is not bad at all. It makes me feel better ...»
Remodeling: Cobb county residentual permits and inspections
I purchased a home with an unfinished basement. It has framing/installation/some electrical and roughed in plumbing. So I spoke with an Licensed electrician about wiring it out to code
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Permits! UGH! But keep in mind that you do not just get a permit--you have to get it signed ...»
Remodeling: Kitchen Renovation
Hi friends! I need to know if I can tear this wall down? I want to renovate my kitchen to give it more space and take that wall out of the way and have an open floor plan, but that wall, Im just not so sure about it.
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warning.. from these photos 1) you cannot be 100% sure you can take it down. From my ...»
Remodeling: Bathroom update???
I need to update a long and very narrow bathroom and keep the tub. Right now it has everything but the toilet in baby pink - ugh. I am willing to lose the linen closet and just have
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Rose, do you have any photos to share? The more research and planning you do on the front ...»
Outdoor Living: Any ideas on how to transform a large utility shed into a "cute house?
I purchased a large 12'X16' utility shed to fix the inside up as an office. The interior is very cute and welcoming, but the outside is an eyesore in my backyard. We've thought of
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Remodeling: 1970's Birch Kitchen cabinet refinish. HELP!
Hi! I'm am in the process of refinishing Birch veneered kitchen cabinets. They were installed, brand new around 1972. The cabinets were shellacked over the existing hardware and have been
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Remodeling: Need help!
Question, where does a person seek monies to restructure and build a bathroom for an autistic man (35yrs old) that needs industrial strength walls and flooring? He has ruined four
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