Find out how to resurface a concrete porch. Learn why you can't simply adhere new concrete to old concrete. Get tips on checking out Quikrete.com for instructions and products that will help you resurface damaged concrete.

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Find out why Tom does not recommend over-the-counter insecticides. Instead, it really pays to hire a professional who can apply a specialized insecticide to target the exact species you're dealing with.

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Learn about the two areas of a brick chimney you should focus on when you have a leak: the clay flue liner, and the intersection of the chimney with the roof.

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If you're having problems with water pooling on your garage floor, one option is to use a concrete resurfacer from Quikrete to add a slope to the floor so water runs off it. It's a DIY project if you are handy. Another option is to try tiles on top of your garage floor.

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Find out how installing an occupancy sensor switch can help with the problem of forgetting to turn off the lights. In a room with two entries and two switches, the solution is to replace one with an occupancy sensor set to "vacancy mode." You will have to turn the light on manually, but it will go off automatically when it stops sensing motion.

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Get tips and advice for how to best make use of a small yard. Learn how to build a flowerbed with potting soil and landscaping lumber. Find out how a trellis can add interest to a boring wall.

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Find out how to prep and restain a wood deck. Get tips on first cleaning the deck to remove any mildew or algae. Learn why you need to wait for a dry spell in order for the wood to absorb the stain properly. Find out why a solid color stain is the

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Find out how to refinish wooden bar stools. Learn why the hard part is over if you've already sanded them. Get tips on covering and taping off the metal and fabric parts of the stools before applying spar varnish, which, as an oil-based finish, is more durable than acrylic.

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Find out how to get the manufacturer's stamp off the pressure treated lumber on your deck. Learn why sanding it won't damage the pressure treatment. Get tips on staining your wood deck with a solid color stain for longer lasting pigment.

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Find out why Bon Ami is a good product to use if you want to really clean the rough, non-slip surface of the bottom of your tub. It has a slight abrasiveness to it, making it good for this particular application.

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