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Category Archives: Repair & Maintenance
Laptop Screen Replacement: Undo’hing the Damage
Well, a paperweight will be nice. But what I really need is a computer. – Homer Simpson A couple of weeks ago, while preparing the house for the holiday festivities, we smashed Stacey’s computer screen. Our large, heavy, pointy-topped lamp … Continue reading
Home Improvement Resolutions for 2013
I resolve to lose 10 pounds, and then gain it back by Valentine’s Day. – Homer Simpson I emailed the Kev today with a proposed list of projects for 2013. Nothing is all that urgent, but I want to have … Continue reading
Posted in Before & After, Construction, D'oh!, Porch, Repair & Maintenance
Tagged diy, home improvement, new year resolutions
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Recent Projects: Providing Closure
British Fonzie is right. -Homer Simpson A kind friend (above-referenced) pointed out that I’m quite keen to blog about the process, but not so good on posting results. That is, of course, because I’m rather judge-y about my results, and more … Continue reading
Posted in Before & After, Decor, Furniture, Repair & Maintenance, Windows & Doors
Tagged mason jar light, painted furniture
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There’s Deck Screws in the Jar-O
It’s not just a store, Marge. It’s a MEGA STORE! Mega means good and store means thing. – Homer Simpson After doing a few DIY projects, you’ll probably find that you have a small collection of left-over screws, nails, assorted … Continue reading
Posted in Construction, Food & Drink, Repair & Maintenance, Salvage
Tagged basement, fasteners, garage, Home Improvement Stores, screws
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A Merry Power Tool Christmas
Lisa, stop that racket! I’m trying to fix your mother’s camera. Easy, easy. I think I’ll need a bigger drill. – Homer Simpson Last week, Stacey wrote about tools that make good Christmas presents. I suggested she include a cordless … Continue reading
A Very Merry DIY Christmas
Look at me, Marge, I’m making people happy! I’m the magical man from Happy Land, who lives in a gumdrop house on Lollipop Lane! – Homer Simpson With the holiday shopping season in full swing, we’re making our lists and … Continue reading
Replacing Garage Siding, Part 3: The Thin Blue Chalk Line
You know, Moe, my mom once said something that really stuck with me. She said, “Homer, you’re a big disappointment,” and God bless her soul, she was really onto something. -Homer Simpson It turns out that if you want to … Continue reading
Posted in American vs English, Construction, Garage, Outdoor Building Projects, Repair & Maintenance, Siding & Roof
Tagged garage, siding
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Evolution of a DIYer
If you really want something in life you have to work for it. Now quiet, they’re about to announce the lottery numbers. – Homer Simpson Skills are learned. Some of my biggest d’oh moments involve undoing something I did once … Continue reading
Posted in D'oh!, Electrical, Repair & Maintenance, Romance
Tagged Electrical, light, lighting
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Tiiiiiiiiiiiin Hinge…Rusty
Extended warranty? How can I lose? – Homer Simpson When we updated the basement bathroom, we chose items that were simple and functional. It’s a basement bathroom, and you (currently) walk through unfinished space to get there. The shower enclosure … Continue reading
Replacing Garage Siding, Part 2: Less is More
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that’s even remotely true! – Homer Simpson In part one of this post, I talked about wanting to replace the rotten siding on our garage. We wanted to use low-maintenance … Continue reading
Posted in Construction, Garage, Outdoor Building Projects, Repair & Maintenance
Tagged garage, siding
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