Jeff Huynh
Professional Handyman
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Co-authored Articles (17)
How to
Use Dry Wall Anchors
Drywall anchors are a lifesaver when you need to hang an item directly on a drywall surface but you’re worried that it might slip out or damage the delicate material. Using drywall anchors is as simple as drilling a pi...
How to
Make a Table
Making a table is a great entry level project for beginning woodworkers, but it can also be a complex project for more experienced carpenters. A basic table consists of a tabletop, legs, and aprons. With a few pieces of ...
How to Install a New Light Fixture
''A simple guide to replacing and wiring a light fixture'' If you're looking for a simple way to upgrade a living space, try replacing your light fixture with a new pendant or chandelier light. Installing a light fixture...
How to
Restore Wooden Furniture
When you want to bring your old wooden furniture back to life or give it a whole new look, there are a couple of ways you can go about it. To rejuvenate wooden pieces, clean them off to remove dirt and grime, repair any ...
How to
Hang Lights from a Ceiling
Hanging a swag light or light fixture from your ceiling may seem like a daunting task, but it’s actually rather simple. You only need a few basic tools and a little bit of time to tackle this project. If you own the pr...
How to
Hang Things on Plaster Walls
Many older homes (and some modern ones) have plaster walls. They seem difficult to work with: they're thick, hard, and brittle. It's actually not too hard to hang things on plaster walls, however, as long as you use scre...
How to
Make a Wargaming Table
Tabletop games like Warhammer 40,000, War machine and Dust Warfare are popular, fun to play, and a great way to spend time with friends. However, unlike boardgames, they require a large area of flat, open space to stage ...
How to Fix a Wobbly Chair
Few things are more annoying than a pesky, wobbling chair. If you’re not ready to toss your seat in the dumpster just yet, you’re in good hands. We’ve answered all your frequently-asked questions, so you can get th...
How to
Paint Balsa Wood
Balsa is a handy, lightweight wood that’s great for paneling and making models. However, balsa is a little tricky to paint because it’s such a soft, porous wood. This means it can absorb paint and give you an uneven ...
How to
Cut Crown Molding for Cabinets
Crown molding is a visual flourish that turns standard cabinets into gorgeous, integrated parts of any room. Though cutting it may seem like a daunting process, knowing how to measure and miter the molding will help ever...
How to
Level Furniture
If your furniture looks uneven or rattles when you touch it, it needs to be leveled. Fortunately, leveling is a simple task. Many pieces of furniture have adjustable legs you can use for an immediate fix. If your furnitu...
How to
Use a Hammer Safely
A hammer is an easy-to-use, effective tool for all kinds of projects. However, when using a hammer, it is important that you take the necessary safety precautions and use the tool correctly so you don’t injure yourself...
How to
Make a Coffee Table
If you’re in need of a new coffee table, there are several ways to build one yourself. If you have time, you can build a sturdy and fashionable coffee table from scratch. Alternatively, you can even quickly make a cof...
How to
Build a Kitchen Table
Even a beginning woodworker can build a kitchen table if they have a small selection of carpentry tools. These instructions describe a table with surface dimensions about 69" x 46" (175cm x 120cm). You may adjust the pla...
How to
Prepare Wood for Painting
All types of wood surfaces and wood furniture can be painted or stained, even if it’s been painted or stained previously. In order to allow the new paint or stain to look good and for it to last a long time, it’s bes...
How to
Age Wood
Aged wood is a beautiful way to add character to your home or garden. Don’t have time for that rustic patina to develop naturally? Then try one of these methods to create the appearance of aged wood without waiting.
How to
Install a Medicine Cabinet
It takes little time and only a pencil and drill to install a surface-mounted medicine cabinet, which you simply screw onto a wall. Surface-mounting is often best if you have concrete, plaster over lath or poured plaster...
