Lui Colmenares
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How to Figure Out the Dimensions of a Staircase
Get the measurements you need to build a set of stairsDoing home renovations yourself is fun and budget-friendly, but building stairs can seem intimidating. But once you learn the basics of making measurements, planning ...
How to
Install a Closet Rod
Putting up a closet rod is an easy project that can improve the organization of your closet immensely. In order to successfully install a closet rod, you first need to get the necessary supplies and tools. Once you have...
How to
Cement a Post in the Ground
Putting posts in the ground is an important step in building a fence, and pouring cement into the holes will keep your posts sturdy and protected. After digging the hole, all you need to do is mix your cement and let it ...
How to Safely and Properly Use a Circular Saw
Make straight, beveled, and notched cuts with this complete guideUsing a circular saw for the first time might seem intimidating, but this tool is one of the easiest to use once you get the hang of it. Not only are they ...
How to
Cut Corrugated Metal
There are several ways to cut corrugated metal. Use a circular saw to make long, straight cuts in thicker sheets of metal. Use a pair of snips if you want to avoid power tools altogether and are working with thinner, mor...
How to
Cut Polycarbonate
Polycarbonate is a type of plastic that is commonly used to make or modify window panes. It almost always comes in sheets, and is fairly easy to cut. Thinner sheets of polycarbonate can be scored and snapped with a utili...
How to
Cut Rigid Foam Insulation
If you want to insulate a certain area while reducing moisture and mildewing, rigid insulation foam is the perfect material. Unlike some insulating materials, rigid insulation foam is simple to cut. All you need is eithe...
How to
Cut Stainless Steel
Cutting stainless steel can be more challenging than cutting through other metals because of how strong it is. Fortunately, using the right tools, you can cut through stainless steel whether it’s in sheet, tube, or til...
An Expert-Approved Guide to Cutting Wood with Power Tools
Learn to cut wood with jigsaws, circular saws, and moreEver needed to know which type of saw does what job? Or even how to use it? Tools help make cutting through wood less complicated, quicker and more accurate. Provide...
How to
Remove Rusted Screws
Your guide to loosening and unscrewing rusty screwsAll screws rust over time, so you will inevitably encounter stubborn screws that require a little extra work to remove from old furniture or vehicles. That reddish coati...
How to
Fix a Sagging Closet Rod
A well-organized closet should, ideally, include a stout, straight rod that allows you to space your clothing evenly, keeping it tidy and not wrinkled, and allowing plenty of airflow. However, if you've overloaded your c...
How to Change a Circular Saw Blade
Is the blade on your circular saw getting dull? Or are you cutting through a different material that needs a special blade? Either way, it's easy to change out the blade on your circular saw and it only takes a few minut...
How to
Remove Caulking Stains from Clothes
Caulk can be one of the most stubborn materials to remove from clothing. True to its nature, it seeps into the fibers of the clothing and seals itself there. With patience and persistence, however, you can use in-home me...
How to
Use a Rubber Band to Unscrew Stripped Screws
A simple and economical way to grip and remove a stripped screw Few things are more disheartening than starting a project only to realize you have to deal with a broken screw. Stripping happens when a screw sustains dama...