Welcome to the DIY forum!
Help!!!! Want to keep bead board around bathtub.
![Dbb28107015](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2017/09/09/28107015_1.jpg?size=50x50)
We inherited my mother-in-law's house that is 70+ years old. We want to redo the bathroom. The tub has a shower in it and one of those ugly shower thingies. Behind... See more
How do I remove tree debris stains from my painted deck?
![Sandra Botkin Gordon](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2016/10/06/12838079_1.jpg?size=50x50)
All kinds of leaves, seeds, blooms, etc., fall on my freshly painted deck.
I’m refinishing my porch ceiling. How do I remove old stubborn paint
![Annie](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-A-FF00A7.png?size=50x50)
How do I remove brick planters?
![Cathy Barney](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2016/10/13/13208534_1.jpg?size=50x50)
I want to update my front porch by removing planters and adding a small deck along the front half of the house. How can remove or incorporate the window planter into... See more
Luxurious Vinyl Plank floor is dull and streaky
![Jenni Diskin](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2022/03/02/31572125_3.jpg?size=50x50)
We had our vinyl plank floor installed in October and I have tried cleaning it with everything from damp mop/vinegar water; swiffer; hands and knees wiping and it sti... See more
How could I redo my ugly, laminated, kitchen cabinets?
![Sharon](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2018/07/15/31551605_1.jpg?size=50x50)
Dear DIY,I have had these lower kitchen cabinets for close to 30 years. I can't afford to reface them. Can I paint them? If so, what would I need to do so? Any advice... See more
Need advice for kitchen cabinet makeover
![Kerry Veen](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2020/08/15/1253604_3.jpg?size=50x50)
We have decided to paint our kitchen cabinets, but need to know which works better. Chalk paint or Rustoleum's kitchen cabinet kit? If you have used either your opini... See more
How can I brighten up my dark kitchen that has no window?
![Shirley Ann Farris](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2016/08/30/11007157_1.jpg?size=50x50)
I want to paint cabinets, walls and backslash my kitchen has no windows. I want to lighten up kitchen with color as I have very small funds please help
How do I prevent squirrels from destroying my outdoor chair cushions?
![Rwa20752356](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-R-FF8282.png?size=50x50)
Last year, squirrels completely destroyed six chair cushions that were in my backyard. They shredded the fabric and removed some of the white polyester stuffing. I... See more
Why am I getting black mold in my pool?
![Bracha Moskoff](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-B-605BE8.png?size=50x50)
I've noticed these black spots forming in various areas of my pool, and I suspect it might be black mold. Is this possible?If you've had experience dealing with black... See more
What can I do with empty 1 gallon plastic distilled water containers?
![Ftp7381651](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2016/06/13/7381651_1.jpg?size=50x50)
What can I do with empty 1 gallon plastic distilled water containers with lids?
How can I use empty Clorox disinfectant containers?
![Lois](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-L-1ABB71.png?size=50x50)
Uses for empty Clorox disinfectant containers?
Turning bedroom sitting area into walk-in closet but where can I get custom closet doors?
![Jamison J](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/member_33000561372163_33000561_1305222522_n_1fa40e022424a71a82fa838957a67402.jpg?size=50x50)
I would like to use bi-fold doors but the opening is ~8ft x 7ft which are not common at all. So I am open to any suggestions of other types of doors. Also, any sugge... See more
Should I change my 4 bedroom house into 3 bedrooms?
![Robin Chamberlain](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2016/04/18/5732943_1.jpg?size=50x50)
Would taking the space of a 4th bedroom to enlarge closet and bathroom areas to make a master suite lower the value of my two story house? There is also a small base... See more
How can I hide an ugly cinder block basement wall?
![Wendy](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-W-50E3C2.png?size=50x50)
A plumber got our cinder blocks wet in an area and now the white splotches are worse than the plain cinder blocks. I understand it is a bad thing to paint cinder bloc... See more
How can I hide this wall of mirrors?
![Diana](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-D-BC70FF.png?size=50x50)
Hello,My landlord will not let me remove these ugly mirrors! Even the small ones in the back! I don't like the mirrors and I have no idea how to hide them. Please hel... See more
How can I hide/cover a wall air-conditioning unit when its not in use?
![Agnes Van Horn Johnson](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2016/03/18/5130813_1.jpg?size=50x50)
HOW CAN I HIDE OR CAMOUFLAGE A WALL AIR-CONDITIONER WHEN NOT IN USE?
What color dressers should I use in the master bedroom?
![Kelly | This Old Colonial Home](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2014/08/25/795791.jpg?size=50x50)
I'm not a big fan of matching bedroom sets. In my opinion they lack personality and simply say, "Yep. I went to a furniture store and got everything in one stop." I l... See more
Where can I find replacement legs for a beautiful old cedar chest?
![Enola](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2017/03/05/12268922_1.jpg?size=50x50)
I bought an beautiful old cedar chest and only one of the 7"×4" legs are in tac.. but need 4 of these and a 19" piece of trim to match. Any help as to where I can fi... See more
How to find a light replacement for Pottery Barn chandelier?
![Bill Archer](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2017/08/13/29061359_1.jpg?size=50x50)
We have a Exeter 16 mason jar type chandelier in the dining room. It has a broken jar and I’ve been looking for a replacement jar, but have had no luck. The fixture... See more
How can I remove a glass table top stuck to the table?
![Debbie Lowery Bullard](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2016/11/15/14828450_1.jpg?size=50x50)
I have an old gorgeous wrought-iron patio table with a glass top that I've neglected over the years. We're finally getting around to doing some landscaping so we've ... See more
Can maple hardwood floor be stained a diff color?
![Glenda](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2017/08/08/28908094_1.jpg?size=50x50)
Our house is over 20 years old and has narrow plank natural maple hardwood floors. We would like to update our house some by refinishing the floors so they don’t ha... See more
How do I set up an easy semi permanent fence for cheap?
![Jessie](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-J-59A1F4.png?size=50x50)
I don't have photos, but I rent a singlewide space in a mobile home park. We want to makeover the small yard area, as we want some space for outdoor activities. The s... See more
How do I clean a vintage doll dress?
![Bren](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-B-FF00A7.png?size=50x50)
I found an antique Nancy Ann doll I want to give my mother for Christmas as a reminder of her childhood but the dress is really soiled. Mainly the front portion which... See more
Old shellac floor is pealing, can I stain over hardwood w/o sanding?
![Sandy Reed](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2018/10/19/7729775_2.jpg?size=50x50)
Can I stain over my hardwood floor without sanding? Some of the old shellac is peeling. I want to cover it with a walnut color polyurethane stain as the current color... See more
How to remove wooden table top from wooden frame?
![Darell Parkinson](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/media/profile/2021/06/14/51460048_1.jpg?size=50x50)
Just starting a small project to convert coffee table into Board gaming table.I wish to remove the top from the frame but fear it has been glued?What is my best cours... See more
How do I keep my sheets from balling up in the dryer?
![Brenda Airich](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-B-FF9646.png?size=50x50)
Shutters or no shutters?
![Clarissa](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-C-FF9646.png?size=50x50)
I want to put black stained shutters on the top windows and a red front door. Our house is a light grey in colour. My husband is on the fence about this. I just don't... See more
How can I use plastic Folgers coffee containers?
![Kyg8061159](https://cdn-fastly.hometalk.com/resources/imgs-responsive/avatar-letters/avatar-K-50E3C2.png?size=50x50)
We go through so many if those sturdy red plastic coffee containers, there surely should be a way to repurpose them.