50 How-Tos From Marc Bartolomeo

1. 31. How to Build an Upholstered Bench

   

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   Build an upholstered bench for extra seating without taking up too much space.

   Cost:

   $0 to $0

2. 32. How to Install Above-Cabinet Lighting

   

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   Create a calm ambiance in your kitchen with indirect lighting installed over the cabinets.

   Cost:

   $0 to $0

3. 33. How to Stucco a Range Hood

   

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   Add some color and texture to your kitchen range hood with stucco.

   Cost:

   $0 to $0

4. 34. How to Build a Kitchen Column

   

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   Learn how to build a column on a knee wall to separate the kitchen from the rest of the home.

   Cost:

   $0 to $0

5. 35. How to Make a Mosaic Tile Tabletop

   

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   Using pieces of broken tile, you can easily create a colorful, unique mosaic tabletop. Slightly damaged tile can often be obtained for ...

   Time:

   Two Days

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

6. 36. How to Create a Venetian Plaster Backsplash

   

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   Venetian plaster is an easy, inexpensive option for adding color and texture to your walls. Follow these steps to create a Venetian pla...

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

7. 37. How to Build a Kitchen Cart

   

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   Made from durable, lightweight cedar wood, this rolling cart adds valuable extra prep space to the kitchen. Follow these steps to build...

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

8. 38. How to Install a New Window

   

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   Follow these instructions to successfully remove an old window and install a new one in its place.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $250 to $500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

9. 39. How to Install an Engineered Hardwood Floor

   

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   Engineered wood floors are easy to install and resistant to moisture, making them a great alternative to traditional hardwood floors. U...

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

10. 40. How to Build a Banquette Storage Bench

    

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    A built-in banquette is a great option for adding extra storage and seating.

    Time:

    Weekend

    Cost:

    $250 to $500

    Difficulty:

    Moderate to Hard