How To Prune A Mugo Pine
Knowing when and how to prune a mugo pine shrub can keep it neat, compact and bushy. Mugo pines that have been cultivated as bonsai plants require a different set of tips for care.
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What Is Foam Concrete?
Foam concrete is typically made by mixing water, cement and foam. It contains fewer chemicals and is a nontoxic, more environmentally friendly and lightweight alternative to standard poured concrete.
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How To Remove A Lacquer Finish From Brass
You can remove lacquer from brass using a baking soda solution, lacquer thinner or lacquer stripper. Test first to make sure the piece isn't brass-plated.
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How To Paint Terrazzo Floors
Painting an old terrazzo floor is a good way to rehabilitate it. Start by deep cleaning then apply a primer and several color coats. Finish with a clear sealer.
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How To Install Rolled Bamboo Fencing
Create a privacy screen around your garden by learning how to install rolled bamboo fencing, whether you're attaching it to an existing fence or wall or creating a DIY frame.
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How Much Does It Cost To Convert A Bedroom To A Bathroom?
Converting a bedroom into a bathroom is cheaper than adding extra space for a new bathroom, though how much it costs depends on whether you choose a full or half bath, how much plumbing is required and the level of finish you choose.
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How To Make A Ceiling Canopy
Sheets or gauze draped from the ceiling can add a beautiful touch to a bedroom. This canopy effect is also perfect for creating a charming reading nook or children’s play tent. Making your own with sheer curtains or your chosen fabric is simple and will save money compared to purchasing a play tent or canopy bed. And you'll never want to leave it.
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How To Attach A Plastic Owl To The Roof
Fake owls might sound like a hoot, but they’re useful for more than just decoration. The plastic birds can scare away other birds like pigeons and seagulls, which can cause a mess on your roof. A perfectly-perched owl could also stare down any rabbits munching on the plants in your garden.
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How To Turn Shiny Brass To Antique Brass
Brass fixtures and fittings were all the rage a few decades ago, but that super-shiny look has fallen out of fashion. Let’s face it – door handles don’t stay gleaming for long, and endlessly polishing away grubby fingerprints is a pain. Luckily, it’s easy to transform shiny brass to create a lovely antique finish that will look far more stylish.
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How To Protect Terra Cotta Pots For Outdoor Use
They look lovely when they're overflowing with herbs or planted with rambling roses. But just like your plants, terra cotta pots need a little care and attention to keep them from perishing outdoors. The clay is porous, which means it will absorb moisture from the soil and sustain damage when kept outdoors. Terra cotta pots are also prone to cracking in extreme temperatures, especially in cold winters.
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How To Convert A Coffee Table Into A Dining Table
A coffee table makes a lovely place to rest your TV remote and show off that huge photography book you’re never going to read. You might even place your coffee mug on it. But if space is tight, a dining table could be much more useful. Rather than swapping one for the other, it’s possible to convert a coffee table into a dining table by adding taller legs.
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How To Create Free Printable Letter Stencils
Stencils are a dream for craft lovers. You can use them to make your own slogan T-shirts with fabric paint, create a sign for your home or spell out an inspirational quote to frame and hang on the wall. And you don’t need a fancy machine to make your own letter stencils. Download free templates online or create custom stencil lettering using your computer’s word-processing programs.
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How To Repair Roof Rust On A Mobile Home
There’s something endlessly appealing about owning a mobile home. There’s the freedom to take off whenever you like – work and other commitments permitting, of course. You don’t have to book hotels or commit to an itinerary. No wonder caravans, campers and RVs are so popular. But, the metal roofs of mobile homes are prone to corrosion and rusty patches, which can threaten to ruin the #VanLife photos on your Instagram feed.
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How To Remove Rust From Inside The Refrigerator
Stainless steel appliances and white goods often develop rusty patches on the outside. It isn’t pretty, but it’s something many people live with until they’re ready to buy shiny new replacements. Rust on the inside of a refrigerator, however, is less expected and can seem pretty scary.
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How To Remodel Your Garage Into A Bedroom
If you’ve been considering enlarging your home with an extension, there could be a much simpler answer. Converting a garage into an extra bedroom can add much-needed space without too much upheaval. It should also be considerably cheaper than adding to your home’s existing framework, though you'll need to check building codes and regulations in your local area. Once all the boxes have been ticked, however, this can be a great way of squeezing in more living space.
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How To Make A Queen Size Bed Look Like A Daybed
A daybed sounds deliciously indulgent – it's somewhere you can lounge with a book, perhaps while someone feeds you grapes. In fact, a daybed can be a brilliant practical solution for smaller homes or studio apartments, doubling as a comfy sofa and a place to get your beauty sleep. And you can easily create your own. Simply take a queen bed, push it lengthways against a wall and cozy it up with lots of lovely cushions and throws.
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