185 How-Tos From Amy Matthews

1. 41. Installing Tile in a Bathroom

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   A couple's bathroom gets a makeover with the installation of travertine tile.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $2500 to $5000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

2. 42. How to Install a Drip Irrigation System

   

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   A slow drip irrigation system can be great for new trees and plants, and by doing some of the irrigation on your own you can save some ...

   Cost:

   $0 to $0

3. 43. Kitchen Catch-Up: How to Install Cabinets

   

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   Installing kitchen cabinets is a great way to save money on a kitchen renovation.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $5000 to $10000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

4. 44. How To Install a Tile Floor In a Kitchen

   

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   Find out how to install a tile floor in this kitchen catch-up project.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

5. 45. How to Plant a Tree

   

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   The first year is critical for new trees, and it takes 3-4 years for trees to become fully established.

   Cost:

   $0 to $0

6. 46. How to Upgrade Lighting in a Bathroom

   

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   Give a bathroom improved and upgraded lighting with these step-by-step instructions.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

7. 47. How to Install a Bathroom Countertop

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   Here's how to give your bathroom a new look with new countertops.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $1000 to $2500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

8. 48. How to Install a Backsplash in a Kitchen

   

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   Travertine tile assembled in a diagonal pattern with a decorative inlay creates a beautiful kitchen backsplash.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

9. 49. Kitchen Upgrade: Installing Cabinetry

   

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   A couple boosts the value of their home by upgrading their cabinets.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $5000 to $10000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

10. 50. How to Lay a Brick Paver Patio

    

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    Manufactured brick pavers are a durable and inexpensive material choice when installing a patio.

    Time:

    Two Days

    Cost:

    $250 to $500

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate