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How to Run/Fish Electrical Wire

How to Run/Fish Electrical Wire

Once conduit is in place, or if you plan to install a new electrical outlet in a wall, you'll need to run or "fish" electrical wiring. While it can seem to be a daunting task, running electrical building wire can be done with a little patience and the right tools to effectively complete the job.

How to Cut Wire Without Wire Cutters

How to Cut Wire Without Wire Cutters

Wire cutters can help you make fast, clean cuts in most types of wire including copper, brass, steel, building wire, and others. But what if you don't have a wire cutter handy? While it's not recommended, there are some alternative ways to cut wire without a wire cutter.

How to Clean and Store Paint Rollers

How to Clean and Store Paint Rollers

Being prepared with the right tools and materials will allow you to clean your DIY painting supplies to ensure they're ready to reuse on job after job. And paying a little extra for good-quality supplies means they'll last longer to save on having to replace them frequently.

How to Repair a Leaky Faucet

How to Repair a Leaky Faucet

Repairing and putting a stop to a leaky faucet isn't difficult if you know what type of faucet you're dealing with and follow a few simple steps. When done with this DIY project you'll undoubtedly be pleased with the results, while also preserving your sanity by eliminating the incessant dripping.

How to Test a Fuse

How to Test a Fuse

A fuse is a safety device designed to provide protection for an electrical circuit. To test one, use a multimeter and touch the meter's test leads to either end of the fuse at the terminal points.

How to Aerate a Lawn

How to Aerate a Lawn

Regular maintenance goes a long way in creating a thicker, healthier lawn. Applying fertilizer and weed-and-feed compounds, watering, mowing, and trimming regularly all lead to a healthy-looking yard with beautiful curb appeal.

How to Use and Clean Ear Plugs

How to Use and Clean Ear Plugs

When wearing ear plugs, it's important to use them properly to get the most effective wear and benefits. Safely using disposable or reusable ear plugs can help keep you from suffering hearing loss associated with loud noises.

A Lawn Watering Guide

A Lawn Watering Guide

Whether you're watering a well-established lawn or one that's newly seeded, sodded, or plugged, watering it correctly is important for its growth and overall health. Adhering to a few easy-to-follow steps will help you have the lush, healthy-looking lawn you want.

How to Dispose of Fluorescent Light Bulbs and Tubes

How to Dispose of Fluorescent Light Bulbs and Tubes

While they're extremely efficient, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and fluorescent tubes will eventually burn out. When they do, extra care and caution must be taken when disposing of them compared to their incandescent cousins.

How to Seed Your Lawn and When to Fertilize It

How to Seed Your Lawn and When to Fertilize It

By following a few simple steps and providing a little maintenance TLC, sowing grass seed is an easy DIY project that can transform your lawn into something you can admire with pride throughout the growing months.

How to Fill and Service Windshield Washer Fluid

How to Fill and Service Windshield Washer Fluid

You'll never know just when you're going to need to clean your vehicle's windshield so your view of the road isn't impaired.

How to Spray Paint

How to Spray Paint

Spray paint is a great way to give any worn and faded chair, table, or nearly any other object a fresh new look. But getting that eye-appealing final finish takes a little preparation to get it done right.

How to Mow and Edge a Lawn

How to Mow and Edge a Lawn

While many homeowners may view the regular task of mowing and edging the lawn with a deep sense of loathing, having a structured plan on how to finish the job can help ease the perceived pain.

How to Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades

How to Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades

Much like shaving with a dull razor, mowing a lawn with a dull lawn mower blade can yield similar undesirable results. Using a dull razor can leave nicks, cuts, abrasions, and make for an overall uncomfortable shave. But, with a nice, sharp blade you'll get a smooth, clean shave.

How to Remove Duct Tape

How to Remove Duct Tape

Duct tape refers to strong, versatile adhesive tapes that are made with three main components: rubber adhesive, cloth, and film backing to use in a variety of applications. There are many different types and grades of duct tape.

How to Choose the Right Pressure Gauge

How to Choose the Right Pressure Gauge

Choosing the correct pressure gauge for an application can cause confusion. With all the different types, accuracies, scales, and connection sizes, how do you select one and what do they all mean?