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Lead Paint Removal
Removal of old paint by sanding, scraping, or other means may generate dust or fumes that contain lead. Exposure to lead dust ... |
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Lead Sources
While paint, dust, and soil are the most common lead hazards, other lead sources also exist.
- Drinking water, your home ... |
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Leaf Net Cleaning
When cleaning the surface of your pool with a leaf net, work your way around the sides first, then clean from the middle of ... |
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Leather Furniture Care
Here’s how to care for leather furniture and upholstery, such as sofas and bar stools, to prolong its life and keep its ... |
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Let it Breathe
Be sure to frequently check the air filters on your tools. Clogged filters can choke an engine and many filters can be cleaned ... |
 
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Malibu Home Demolition
Bob Vila and Joe Fitzgerald discuss the roof types of surrounding homes and the possibilities for our house. They show the ... |
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Mild Weather Fires
Mild winters mean more chimney fires! It's true. People choke back their woodstoves in mild weather - leading to more creosote ... |
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Mold Basics
Molds are an essential part of the natural environment. The key to keeping mold in check is moisture control. |
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Mold Timing
If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem. It is important to dry ... |
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Outdoor Spring Cleaning
Before summmer gets into full swing, take a weekend to get your home ready for outdoor living. |
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Paint Clean-Ups
Use the right solvent to clean up paint equipment. Check the paint can label. Use soapy water for water-based paints, mineral ... |
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Paint Stripping
For tricky paint stripping jobs, the right tool can make all the difference. Gather a collection of scrapers with different ... |
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Paintbrush Cleaning
Cleaning paintbrushes is a messy job, but someone's got to do it. First wipe off as much excess as you can. If you're using ... |
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Painting Time
When painting a room which has surfaces that are in good shape, plan on spending about half as much time on preparation and ... |
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Part Pick-Up
If you will be building something which uses small parts produced on your tablesaw, you can let your shop vacuum pick up the ... |
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Pool Winterizing
When closing your pool for the season, coat all accessible o-rings, rubber fittings, and gaskets with a silicone O-ring lube ... |
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Power Washing the Exterior
Bob watches painter Kip Wanamaker power wash the exterior of the house in Naples, Florida. |
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Preparing a Room for Painting
Preparing a room for painting will save on cleanup time and will make the finished job look professional. |
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Prepping the Home's Exterior
Bob tours a home in Charleston, South Carolina, with restoration specialist Richard Marks and watches painter David Snyder ... |
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Pressure Washing
Before you repaint your house, you need to remove all loose and peeling paint. A pressure washer makes the job go faster, and ... |
