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Concrete block walls provide a unique challenge to hanging mirrors, because you cannot simply nail or screw into them. Instead, you must use specialized expansion anchors, which expand when you insert a screw. This expansion causes the anchor to hold tight to concrete.
Read MoreRebar (short for "reinforcing bar") is used to reinforce concrete in construction work. Because it's made of steel, rebar expands at roughly the same rate as concrete during temperature changes. Often rebar must be bent to fit specific architectural forms.
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Plants need water. This basic fact is known to everyone, regardless of gardening experience. What some people do not know is that giving a plant too much water can do more damage than not giving it enough.
Read MoreIf you plan to stop using your refrigerator for a month or more, shut it down properly to prevent mold and odors. This task is not difficult, but it requires thorough cleaning. Take the time to do the job right. If you don't, mold and bacterial growth may render your fridge unusable.
Read MorePlywood is an amazingly versatile building material. Because it is made of thin strips of wood glued together with adhesive, it is a very efficient product to produce and is thus inexpensive. When building with plywood, you will often want to stain and finish the surface to enhance your project's beauty.
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