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How to Find a Stud Without a Stud Finder

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5 months ago

How to Find a Stud Without a Stud Finder

Kit Stansley

How to Remove Screws With Stripped Heads

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7 months ago

How to Remove Screws With Stripped Heads

Adam Pash

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3 years ago

How To Find A Stud In Your Wall With Just A Magnet

Patrick Allan

If you’re doing some home renovation work or hanging something up, you’ll need to know where the studs in your walls are. But you don’t need a fancy stud finder device – a magnet will do just fine.

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4 years ago

Build A Stylish, Insulated Dog House To Keep Your Pup Warm

Patrick Allan

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4 years ago

Use A Tape Measure Like A Pro With These Handy Tips

Patrick Allan

The tape measure is a tried and true tool that every craftsman should have in their toolbox. Whether you’re new to building things or an experienced tape measure veteran, you’ll probably learn a thing or two in this lesson.

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4 years ago

Build A Portable Spray Paint Booth For Your Workshop

Patrick Allan

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4 years ago

Build A Basic Kid’s Bed Frame You Can Easily Customise

Patrick Allan

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4 years ago

Match And Replace Skirting Boards In Your House With Help From A Profile Jig

Patrick Allan

Damaged skirting boards along the floors and ceilings of your home need replacing, but some skirting boards are very ornate, especially if the house is old. Here’s how to use a simple tool to capture the profile of a skirting board so you can replace it.

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4 years ago

Build A Fold-Out Fireplace Decoration For The Holidays

Patrick Allan

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5 years ago

Glue Wood Joints Together Without Any Clamps Using Super Glue

Patrick Allan

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