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How To: Refinish antique furniture easily
There are always two sides to every argument. Usually when it comes to furniture, one side is for throwing it out or selling it to buy a newer more enjoyable looking piece, while the other side may want to keep it. Is there a way to compromise? You bet there is! When it comes to old looking or antique furniture, you can easily refinish it to make it look brand new and fit the style of your room. This tutorial will show you how to easily refinish antique furniture in a snap! Enjoy!
How To: Easily re-cover an old bench seat
Over time, a bench seat can become worn out and tattered making for an ugly looking thing. If you don't know how to re-cover a bench seat, then this tutorial is what you'll need. This video shows you how to take new material and apply it to the cushions of your bench seat. It's an easy process that will result in a great looking piece of furniture. Enjoy!
How To: Easily prune roses
When it comes to taking care of plants, specifically flowers, pruning is an important task that must done be done. This will help ensure that the plant gets the right nutrients needed and prevents any kind of decay or disease from killing it. In this video tutorial, you'll find out how to prune roses in your garden to help ensure they last for a long time. Enjoy!
How To: Prune roses in January
Roses are beautiful flowers that hold many different representations, including love. Growing them can automatically add beauty to your home's garden and a scent that is very relaxing. Pruning them is important since leaving them unattended can cause problems. This tutorial will show you how to properly prune roses during a cold winter month, January. Good luck and enjoy!
How To: Grow potatoes in a bag
There are many benefits to growing your own vegetables and fruits. One of the most obvious is the fact you'll be saving money and preventing any harmful chemicals from entering the body. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to grow one of the most commonly eaten foods out there: potatoes. This time, it's not in a box or planter, but instead in a bag. Check it out and enjoy!
How To: Grow potatoes in a bucket
Potatoes are a useful food item that can be used to make many favorite dishes. French fries, mashed potatoes, and mich more. Buying them from the market is obviously something that is easy to do, but making your own takes time but will result in much better potatoes for you and your loved ones. So find out how to grow potatoes in a bucket now. Enjoy!
How To: Build a firebox for a greenhouse
During the cold winter months greenhouses can become so cold that it can become harful to any potential plants that you may be trying to grow. What some people like to do is build a firebox. What this basically does is use a concrete like box and tube to help disperse heat throughout the greenhouse. It's easy to do and easy to figure out. So check out the video and enjoy!
How To: Prime and cut okra
If you haven't eaten a dish containing okra, you may be missing out. Okra is a nutritous plant that is commonly found in Africa. This plant can be used to make all sorts of different dishes, inlcuding the popular gumbo, as well as other stew dishes. This tutorial is going to show you how to prime and cut okra for cooking. So check it out and enjoy!
How To: Grow potatoes in a pot
Potatoes are a common food that can be used to make an assortment of different dishes. It's a very good food item that gives the feeling of a full stomach. Buying them can be easy and relatively cheap, but making your own is so much more fun and can be better for you. So in this tutorial, you'll find out how to grow potatoes in a pot. It's easy to do and you'll have great tasting potatoes in no time. Enjoy!
How To: Bonsai style a larch
Bonsai is an art form that requires patience and a good eye. It's a relaxing hobby that anybody can take up, just as long as they are willing to learn a few things. This tutorial is a beginner video for those who are interested in bonsai. This video will focus on styling a larch tree. So sit back and enjoy!
How To: Bonsai style a yamadori spruce
There are many different trees to use when it comes to the art form of bonsai. Many of the trees can be found in mountain regions and are perfect for using bonsai. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to style a yamadori spruce tree. Good luck and enjoy!
How To: Style a yamadori Japanese larch shohin bonsai tree
When practicing bonsai, you have two different types of trees on which you can practice on: large ones and small ones. Large trees are actually trees themselves, while the smaller ones aren't necessarily trees but give off a similar look. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to style a yamadoru Japanese larch shohin tree using bonsai techniques and methods. It takes time and patience so good luck and enjoy!
How To: Carve and stlye bonsai
Bonsai is an art that many people can't take up. It requires patience and a right amount of knowldege when it comes to pruning, repotting, etc. So in this tutorial, you'll find out how to carve and style using bonsai methods. Sit back, pay attention, and good luck!
How To: Bonsai a mugo pine
If you're looking to pick up on a hobby that's easy to do and is relaxing, making you should take up bonsai. Bonsai is the art of growing trees or small wood plants and uses techniques such as pruning and potting. It is something that is focused entirely on an individual and how they think it looks. So check it out and see if you like it. Enjoy!
How To: Prune a Japanese maple tree pre bonsai
If you own a Japanese maple tree, you need to know that there are three different methods for pruning bonsai. One is creation pruning, maintenance pruning, and pruning for show. In this video tutorials, you'll find out how to perform a creation pruning that is promoting branch development and growth. So good luck and enjoy!
How To: Remove rust easily
Over time, rust can develop on pots and pans if they're not used for a certain period of time. Rust can also develop on other items as well, if they not taken care of properly. This can hurt any possibly resale value of the item and can look ugly. So in this tutorial, you'll find out what items are needed in order to remove rust. Good luck and enjoy!
How To: Build a skateboard half-pipe with Michael Strahan
Building your own skateboard half-pipe in the confines of your own backyard, is a great thing for anyone who enjoys a little challenge. Certain weather conditions or travel issues, can make it difficult for some skateboarders who are looking to spend some quality time trying new tricks and perfecting skills. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to build a skateboard half-pipe with the help of former NFL star, Michael Strahan. So good luck and enjoy!
How To: Build a backyard pond
If you're trying to find something to add to you backyard, why not try building a backyard pond? Ponds are great additions to add to your backyard and can keep a variety of different fish and plants. This tutorial will show you how to build a backyard pond from some items that are easy to get and use. Good luck and enjoy!
How To: Build an in-ground or below ground pond
If you've purchased a kit from a place like Allan Block, building an in-ground or below ground pond, can be a tough job for any person. It may seem like an easy job, but it can take time. So in this tutorial, you'll find out how to put together your pond from Allan Block. So check it out and good luck!
How To: Grow giant pumpkins
You've all seen them in the movies, cartoons, or on tv shows: giant pumpkins win contests. Not only is it a challenge for you and others, but it's a fun experience that you are sure to share with friends and family for years. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to grow giant pumpkins, from your own backyard. So good luck, enjoy, and may tbe spores be with you. (You'll see in the video)
How To: Lay pavers
If you own a home with a front and backyard, there are so many different possibilities when it comes to changing things around and adding features that are sure to boost the curb appeal of your home. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to lay paver on the ground connecting from your backyard to your front from the side of your home. It's beautiful to look at and is handy to have, so check it out and good luck!
How To: Mortar a firepit
There's nothing like spending a nice cool spring evening outside in front of a fire. Now, you can buy your own firepit or metal fire bowl so you and other can enjoy it outside easily, but those don't last very long. What does last for a long period of time is a firepit that you build from hand. This tutorial shows you how to build a mortar fire pit using essential tools and equipment. Enjoy!
How To: Lay a flagstone patio
There are many different ways in which you can change the look of your outside space. One of the best options is creating a patio area that you and others are sure to use. Cement is a common theme, but if you want something more Earthy, then try creating a flagstone patio. Good luck and enjoy!
How To: Install an automatic fill valve
Having a beautiful waterfall in your outside area, is a great way to add a relaxing feature to your landscape. But a common problem with them is that during the long hot summer months, water tends to evaporate and this causes the water in waterfalls and ponds to dissapear. So in this tutorial, you'll find out how to install an automatic fill valve in your watering system today. So check it out and good luck!
How To: Adjust the miter saw on a Bosch 4412 and 5412
A miter saw is a handy portable tool that almost every carpenter or handyman has available. It makes clean cuts to thin pieces of wood in various angles and makes quick cuts. So in this tutorial, you'll find out how to make adjustments to a Bosch 4412 and 5412 miter saw. Knowing how to adjust certain parts of the machine is important, because certain parts may need to be moved in order to get the right cut for the occasion. So good luck, be careful, and enjoy!
How To: Remove router bearings on a Bosch 1611 and 1615
Knowing how to use a tool and how it works, is important for any handyman or contractor. This is important, because if anything happens, they'll be able to diagnose what the problem is and find a quick solution for fixing it. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to remove the bearings to a Bosch 1611 and 1615 router in case you need to. It's a tough project that requires you know how to remove certain parts and then know how to put it back together again. So good luck and enjoy!
How To: Apply knockdown drywall texture
When you're building a new addition to your home and are applying the drywall, it's important to know how to apply drywall texture to it. This can help add some needed character to something that would otherwise be bland. This tutorial will show you how to get everything ready to apply knockdown drywall texture to your wall today. It's easy to do and you'll enjoy the look of it. Good luck!
How To: Install a new insulated basement floor
This video from the magazine Extreme How-To shows you how to install a new insulated basement floor. You'll be using insulated subfloor, tongue-and-groove natural cork panels, and modular carpet tiles. Make sure that you take all necessary precautions. Just follow along with the video, and make sure you make the correct measurements and installation. You'll have a beautiful finished floor in no time!
How To: Replace a trimmer line
Trimmers, or as some people call them weed-whackers, need one important piece for it to work properly: the trimming line, of course. This helps cut off pieces of unwanted grass or weeds with just one single swipe and is easy to replace. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to replace trimmer line in three different devices easily. So sit back, pay attention, and good luck!
How To: Install and use a dado blade on your table saw
If you plan on making any kind of cabinetry or beds or anything else like that, having a dado blade is a useful and handy tool. What this does is make a u-shaped cut into your piece of wood that is perfect for combing two pieces together to form a sturdy, solid joint. So if you want to find out more about dado blades and how to install and use one check this tutorial out. Enjoy!
How To: Remove a Porter cable router armature
Knowing how a tool works is different than knowing how a tool works and what makes it work. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to remove a Porter calbe router armature. It may seem like an easy job, but it can be a difficult project for anyone to complete so take your time, have some patience and good luck!
How To: Properly dispose of old electronic gadgets
The bad thing about Christmas and Birthdays, is the fact that with new gifts, means old junk. Old iPods, video game consoles, and televisions can;t be just thrown away like that. They contain dangerous parts that can be toxic and bad for the enviornment. So in this tutorial from Cnet, you'll find out how to properly dispose of old electronic gadgets. Good luck and enjoy!
How To: Make a solar powered water heater
Nowadays, people are more aware of what's going in with the world today and are trying to change the way they eat, dispose of trash, etc. This "green" movement is being practiced from people all over the planet and it;s a great way to save on money and be friendlier to planet Earth. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to make a solar powered water heater from scratch. Good luck and enjoy!
How To: Easily make a hydroponic garden using a pvc pipe
If you live in a small apartment or condo unit, you have a very small amount of space to grow or enjoy plants. If you're looking for a good solution to adding some green to a balcony or window seal, this video may be for you. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to easily make a hydroponic garden using a pvc pipe. Check it out, good luck, and enjoy!
How To: Paint door and window trim
Painting a room can be an easy and quick way to add some character to any room. When painting a room, many people tend to paint the trim another color. This tutorial will show you how to properly paint the trim and make sure your painted walls are untouched. Good luck and enjoy!
How To: Get a leak free fit for plumbing
Connecting pvc pipes may seem like an easy task, but in fact it can be a difficult job for anyone who may not have done it before. It involves time, patience, and the right tools needed for making sure you have a leak free fit. So check out this tutorial on how to properly fit your pvc pipes. Enjoy!
How To: Glue together pvc pipes
If you have a broken sprinkler system, it's a good idea to fix it as soon as possible. Depending on what the issue is, one of the most common problems involves an issue with being properly connected. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to glue together pvc pipes using easy to find and use common items. Enjoy!
How To: Properly take care of blueberry bushes
If you love eating blueberries, but hate paying so much for those delicious pieces of fruit, why not plant your own. Oh, and if you're worried about killing the plant, not to worry, this tutorial will show you how to properly take care of your blueberry bush. So check it out and enjoy!
How To: Tile a kitchen backsplash
Adding a backsplash with tile to your kitchen area is a great way to add some character to your room and is easy to clean. This tutorial will show how you can tile a kitchen backsplash in your home today. It can be a difficult task for anybody who has not had any kind of experience working with tile. So, take your time, pay attention, and good luck!
How To: Build a miniature model chair out of walnut
If you have some wood to waste, this can be a cool little project that is sure to help improve your woodworking skills. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to build a cool miniature chair using walnut. This chair has some unique dimensions and corners and is sure to make people go, nice! So check out this tutorial and see if you're up to the challenge!