Top 100 Maintaining Projects

1. 31. Planting Tomatoes

   The DIY Network experts share these tips for growing tomatoes in your summer vegetable garden.

2. 32. Caring for Young Trees

   The DIY Network experts offer tips on pruning, staking and mulching newly planted trees to ensuring their long-term success in the gard...

3. 33. How to Inspect Shocks and Struts

   

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   The shocks and struts in your vehicle are responsible for more than just a smooth ride. They help control braking, steering and handlin...

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4. 34. Maintaining a Gravel Driveway (01:00)

   

   Keep your gravel driveway in top condition with these maintenance hints.

5. 35. Quick Fixes

   

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   This DIY Basic will provide tips on quick fixes.

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6. 36. How To Restore Dull Furniture Finishes

   

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   Any of these three techniques can be used to freshen up a dull finish.

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   Easy to Moderate

7. 37. Tips on Plumbing and Water Damage

   DIY Network offers repair tips for plumbing and water damage.

8. 38. Driveway Maintenance (01:10)

   

   Host Paul Ryan shares a few tips for maintaining a driveway.

9. 39. Maintain Your High-End Kitchen Gear

   If you're making an investment in commercial-style kitchen equipment, you'd better know how to take care of it. Learn how with these ti...

10. 40. How to Safely Build and Maintain Arches and Pergolas

    Learn the necessary safety and maintenance precautions for building an arch or pergola with this gardening guide from DIY Network.

11. 41. Dethatch Your Lawn

    Thatch, built-up plant material between green growth and grass roots, is essential, but too much can deter healthy lawn growth. DIY Net...

12. 42. Mowing and Trimming a Lawn

    

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    This DIY Basic will provide tips on mowing and trimming a lawn.

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13. 43. Pneumatic Tool Maintenance

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    Pneumatic tools require daily care to keep them in top shape. Learn how to properly maintain pneumatic tools with these basic steps.

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14. 44. Floor Maintenance (01:00)

    

    This DIY Basic provides tips on maintaining a wood floor.

15. 45. Bench-Grinding Techniques

    A bench grinder is typically used to sharpen cutting tools and shape bevels, but it has other uses as well. Learn about operation, atta...