Weekend Handyman

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92 How-Tos From Weekend Handyman

21. How to Build a Loft in a Closet

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Host Paul Ryan shows how to build a loft in a closet to go above a closet organizing system.

Time:

Weekend

Cost:

$500 to $1000

Difficulty:

Moderate
22. How to Assemble a Bookcase Door

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Host Paul Ryan shows how to prep a closet for a new door by taking off the trim and existing door. He also shows how to assemble the bo...

Time:

Weekend

Cost:

$1000 to $2500

Difficulty:

Moderate to Hard
23. How to Install a Bookcase Door

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Host Paul Ryan shows how to install a bookcase door in front of a closet.

Time:

Day

Cost:

$500 to $1000

Difficulty:

Moderate to Hard
24. How to Build a Custom Kitchen Island

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DIY kitchen remodeling expert Paul Ryan builds an affordable kitchen island by using stock cabinets, beadboard, a stainless-steel count...

Time:

Two Days

Cost:

$500 to $1000

Difficulty:

Hard
25. Install a Built-in Vacuum System -- Part I: Install the Inlet Valves

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Here's how to get started installing a whole-house vacuum system.

Time:

Two Days

Cost:

$500 to $1000

Difficulty:

Moderate
26. Install a Built-in Vacuum System -- Part II: Run the Pipe

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Host Paul Ryan demonstrates how to install the mainline pipe and use elbows and fittings to connect all of the inlet valves to the main...

Time:

Two Days

Cost:

$500 to $1000

Difficulty:

Moderate
27. Install a Built-in Vacuum System -- Part III: Wire the Power Unit

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Use these step-by-step instructions to finish installing the whole-house vacuum system.

Time:

Two Days

Cost:

$500 to $1000

Difficulty:

Moderate
28. How to Hang Waterfall Slates

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DIY Network experts show how to hang slate for an indoor waterfall.

Time:

Weekend

Cost:

$1000 to $2500

Difficulty:

Moderate to Hard
29. How to Fill an Indoor Waterfall

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DIY Network experts show how to fill an indoor waterfall.

Cost:

$1 to $50

Difficulty:

Easy
30. How to Set Up an Indoor Waterfall

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DIY Network experts show how to hang brackets for an indoor waterfall using a laser level and stud finder.

Time:

Day

Cost:

$250 to $500

Difficulty:

Moderate

About This Show

We know you want to do-it-yourself, but not do-it-all-weekend. If you want to tackle a weekend project that's low in time commitment but high in impact, tune in to Weekend Handyman for easy fix-it projects and insider tips. Host and carpenter Paul Ryan shows you how to prep your home improvement and repair projects during the week so that you can tackle (and finish!) a project in just two days. Featured projects might include repairing and improving the deck; installing new lighting in the yard, garden and driveway; adding a new wood floor to the home; creating a closet organization system or a garage storage space. Weekend Handyman covers materials needed as well as how to plan and prep for the weekend ahead, leaving you time leftover for fun.