146 How-Tos From DIY to the Rescue

1. 71. How to Install Baseboards

   

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   Add style and a finished look with decorative baseboards.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

2. 72. How to Prepare Walls for Painting

   

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   Taking time to prep walls correctly before you paint can give your finished paint project a professional look. Learn these basic steps ...

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $1 to $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy

3. 73. How to Build a Closet Shelving Unit

   

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   Everybody can use some extra storage space. This easy-to-build closet shelving unit adds space right where you need it.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

4. 74. How to Install a Snap and Lock Tile Floor

   

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   Installing a snap together tile floor results in the look of a standard ceramic floor but without the expense, difficulty and mess. Bes...

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $2500 to $5000

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

5. 75. How to Make a Shadow Box Light

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   A shadow box light is an easy way to add light to a room. Use these step-by-step instructions and quickly brighten any room.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $1 to $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy

6. 76. How to Add Rope Lighting to Crown Molding

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   Use these step-by-step instructions to easily install rope lights and brighten any room in the house.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $1 to $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy

7. 77. How to Install a Linoleum Floor

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   The DIY to the Rescue crew shows how to replace carpet with a linoleum floor.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

8. 78. How to Finish a Playroom Closet

   

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   The DIY to the Rescue crew demonstrates how to finish a closet with drywall and trim.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

9. 79. How to Build a Raised Play Area

   

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   Use these step-by-step instructions to build a raised play area/bench with an attached desk.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

10. 80. How to Install Closet Shelving

    

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    Looking for a storage solution? Use these step-by-step instructions to install closet shelving in no time.

    Time:

    Weekend

    Cost:

    $250 to $500

    Difficulty:

    Moderate