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150 How-Tos From Amy Devers

1. 91. How to Install a Fireplace Surround

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   Host Karl Champley demonstrates how to easily install a fireplace surround from a kit.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $2500 to $5000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

2. 92. How to Paint Horizontal Stripes on a Wall

   

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   Painting wide horizontal stripes on a long wall can give a small room the look and feel of a large area.

   Time:

   Two Days

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

3. 93. How to Build Carpeted Seating Platforms

   

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   There's not a bad seat in the house, thanks to these custom home-theater risers.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $250 to $500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

4. 94. How to Add Finishing Touches to a Home Theater

   

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   Acoustical panels, hidden wiring and other pro touches finish off this hip home theater.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

5. 95. How to Install a Chair Rail

   

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   A chair rail is an elegant way to add a finished look and a warm feel to any room.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

6. 96. How to Create an Overhead Storage System

   

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   Garages offer an excellent storage location but need organization. By adding overhead storage, you can save space while still fulfillin...

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $250 to $500

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

7. 97. How to Add Wainscoting to Your Walls

   

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   Wainscoting is an inexpensive way to add a warm, elegant look to your decor, and can be done in a variety of colors and types to suit y...

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $250 to $500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

8. 98. How to Paint Old Kitchen Cabinets

   

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   Learn how to give your kitchen a whole new look by painting your old wood cabinets.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

9. 99. How to Install an Acoustic Drop Ceiling

   

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   Learn how to easily install an acoustic drop ceiling and recessed lighting with these step-by-step instructions.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

10. 100. How to Install Wainscoting

    

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    Nothing warms up a room like wainscoting. Here the DIY experts show you how to install it yourself.

    Time:

    Under Half Day

    Cost:

    $250 to $500

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate