Posts tagged: repair
Free EBook: The DIY Handbook.
By Chrisjob
An eBook is to printed books as an email is to snail mail: it's an electronic version that eliminates the paper and still provides all the info. With the imminent release of a new Curbly eBook (keep your eyes peeled), I thought I'd provide a free download to getcha ready.
"The DIY Handbook" from HandyManFixHomeRepair offers a stepping off guide for anyone wanting to tackle their own home improvement projects. The book hopes to empower the reader » READ MORE
How To: Repair Damaged Drywall.
By Chrisjob
Any active home eventually results in some damaged drywall. Nail and screw holes, banged up paint jobs, even cavitiy-ish gapes from errant doorknobs, tools, and other sharpies.
Thankfully, it's an easy(ish) fix, and HandymanHomeRepair has got a perfect how-to for getting the job done.
Repair Damaged Walls with this INGENIOUS Trick of the Trade
By DIY Maven
This is one of the best DIY tips I've ever come across. In the video below, a pro shows us how to easily patch holes in drywall without nails, tape, wood or ANY backing material whatsoever » READ MORE
How To: Repair Ripped Out Slipcover Seams
By ModHomeEcTeacher
Slipcovers can be a lifesaver - until you see what happens at the dry cleaners. Unfortunately, not all slipcovers have neat, finished, serged seams inside. If the seams have been stitched with a very skimpy seam allowance, a tumble at the dry cleaners will likely leave you frowning when you get them back. Here is a quick little pic-torial to show you how to fix those torn seams yourself and save $$$. » READ MORE
The Best Home Fixes Under $500.
By Chrisjob
Whether your selling it, or just want to make living in it a little more pleasant, your home can benefit majorly from mid-sized improvements. With many well under the $500 mark, Handy Man Home Repair has gathered a list of useful, and mostly easy, bang-for-your-buck options.
Sewing: Khaki Shorts Mend
By ModHomeEcTeacher
When you blow out your very fav summer khakis, something has to be done. DON'T discard just because of a little wear and tear. These khakis came with the frayed hem for the broken in look, we won't mess with that. The big problem happened later, as seen below, on the front and back of these well worn shorts. The technique used to mend these tears is exactly like the Ottoman Tear Repair. Same technique-many uses.
Supplies » READ MORE
How to Re-Screen a Window/Door
By DIY Maven
Ripped screen doors are not acceptable. Not only do they look tacky, they aren't doing their jobs of keeping out bugs. So, in preparation for the upcoming warmer weather, here's a quick video showing us how to replace those tattered screens. (Can't see the viewer below? Go here.)
Screen door pics via screendoors.com.
How to Repair Paperback Bindings.
By ChrisjobWiliam Smith from Hang Fire Books writes, "I frequently receive vintage paperbacks where the spine glue has separated from the text block (probably due to reading-wear) and then frozen/dried in a lumpy uneven way that keeps the spine from laying flat…I was wondering if it would be possible to soften the glue with heat so you could smooth and reflatten it."
It turns out, you can. Read all about William's technique here, but be sure to try in » READ MORE
Goodwill Hunting-Modern Coffee Table
By ModHomeEcTeacher
Last weekend was spent participating in my favorite sport of Goodwill Hunting. With the expansion of this chain of fine variety stores, it's becoming difficult to hang on to my change. It's also taking up lots of time and gasoline. But what if something tremendous just arrived behind those swinging doors?
I deliberated a bit before shelling out $24.99 for this little cutie. That's my limit........I guess.
The top of the table has so » READ MORE
How To Fix Pipes.
By ChrisjobPipes can be temperamental -they can leak, sweat, freeze, or make loud noises. But unlike electric work, many common plumbing problems can easily be overcome by the well-prepared DIYster.
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How To Repair Book Bindings.
By ChrisjobJust because it's tatterned and has losse pages doesn't mean the story or the information is worn out as well. Follow these instructions from Wikihow to salvage your first editions, and don't be afraid of those tired copies at used book stores.
12 Quick Home Repairs.
By ChrisjobHere's 12 quick home repairs: "15 Minute Fixes that won't put a dent in your weekend."
- Repair marked lineoleum floors
- Revive parched cutting boards
- Unjamming sliding windows
- Plumping up deflated cushions
- Cleaning decanters
- Organizing and storing cords
- Fixing unfurled wallpaper
- Tightening caning
- Washing chandeliers
- Removing stubborn decals
- Removing stuck light bulbs
- Whitening bathtub stains.
Don't It Yourself?
By ChrisjobThis photo, with an adequate warning and shaming from DIYLife, elicits an important question:
What should you never do yourself?
Clearly, you shouldn't duct tape your baby to a wall, whether you do it yourself or with assistance.
But what tasks or repairs do you think absolutely must go to a professional? Intense electrical or gas work? Masonry? House cleaning?
Easy Window Repairs.
By ChrisjobWhen I was in 5th grade, I spent a weekend at a monastery with some Confimation classes from other area churches. There was a young lady from another church that was four years older than I was, and completely in love with me. She had very white teeth, and wore way too much perfume...sometimes I catch the same scent walking by a random woman, and I feel eleven again.
On Saturday afternoon, during a break, she managed to punch her hand through a w » READ MORE
How to Salvage A DIY T-Shirt Disaster
By threadbangerA few weeks ago, we at Thread Heads showed a cool way to make your own T-Shirt design with some spray paint and a stencil. This proved to be a little tough when we neglected the fact that you needed to use acetate for your stencil. So to fix up all of those disaster shirts, we thought it our duty to come up with a new design using the damaged project. We are always looking for more DIY ideas, so if you have a cool project, send it in! And don't f » READ MORE
Oh, what to do... I'm coming undone at the seams!
By lafemmedramatiqueSo, this isn't really your typical curbly question, but I'm sure it's a question that I would have to ask on here eventually, just with something else... so, I'm asking it anyway!
I recently made a really adorable skirt, and I wore it to my sister's wedding, and then I wore it again today and I realized that there's a tiny hole at the side! It's along the stiching and isn't that noticable, but since I've already trimmed the fabric there really isn » READ MORE
Bathroom sink is clogged again? Replace that p-trap!
By alexrussell
Standing by in frustration to watch the water in a clogged bathroom sink drain will not make it go any faster. There is a clog, and it needs to be dealt with. But before you make that call to enrich your local plumber, try replacing the p-trap under the sink yourself. Most likely the clog is there, and when you remove the old one you'll know right away if a tangle of hair and grime is the problem.
A sink's p-trap is there to seal off the pi » READ MORE
Unless it's cracked or ugly: don't replace that old toilet, fix it!
By alexrussell
Just because your toilet runs a little doesn’t mean you need a new one. Of course, if it’s cracked or ugly, have at it. But if your water bill’s high and you’re sure the culprit is your toilet, more than likely it just needs some new mechanical parts inside, all of which are easy to install. Why pay a plumber a minimum $100 for something you can fix on your own for $20?
That is, if you have a simple toilet with a separate tank and bowl. No » READ MORE