Robert is a contributing writer for DoItYourself.com. He's an experienced home improvement researcher and project builder with a wide range of interests, and especially enjoys learning about landscape design and deck construction.
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How to Build a Garbage Can Enclosure
Need a place to store your trash receptacles? Save money by making an enclosure yourself....
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Acrylic Caulk vs. Silicone Caulk
Get to know the differences between acrylic and silicone caulking before you start on your next...
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Convert Your Patio into a Patio Sunroom
Converting to a patio sunroom will increase value....
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How to Cut Crown Molding
Having the right technique and efficient tools can make this task easy, affordable, and quick....
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How to Properly Use a Woodworking Router
Get the basics so you know what to do and what not to do....
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How to Build a Hinged Shadow Box
Building a hinged shadow box is not a great secret....
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How to Plant and Grow a Bougainvillea
They do well in pots....
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How to Build a Stud Wall Part 1
Learning how to build a stud wall can serve you well and is not too difficult....
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Standard Stair Basics for Home Builders
Take the right 'steps' to know what you're talking about....
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How to Install a Marble Fireplace Surround
A marble surround can make a handsome, stylish fireplace....
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Tips for Painting Your Concrete Basement Walls
A good coat will help stave off water damage....
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Splice Rope to a Sailboat Anchor Chain
Learning how to splice a rope to a sailboat anchor chain is a great idea if you own a boat....
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How to Use Expanding Foam Insulation
It's effective and easy to apply....
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Building Stairs Under the International Building Code
The International Building Code provides measurements....
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How to Build Basement Storage Shelves
Follow these steps to build your own organizing options....
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How to Build a Butcher Block Work Table
Knowing how to build your own butcher block work table will not only save you money, it will la...
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The Basic Principles of Sailing
These principles must be followed for a successful trip....
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How to Cut Birch Plywood
Cutting birch plywood correctly provides more usable edges....
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How to Repair a Fiberglass Boat Deck
This simple repair job will save boat owners lots of time....
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How to Choose a Boat Propeller
Choosing a boat propeller means knowing what you want....
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How to Attach Downspouts to Siding
Knowing how to attach downspouts to different siding materials yourself can be very useful know...
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Corrosion Coating to Prevent Rust
Rust will eat through the metal of your car....
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Build Your Own Truck Bed Organizer
Build your own truck bed organizer and save money doing it....
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Building a Gable Roof Over a Deck
Knowing how to build a gable roof over a deck will only save you money,...
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How to Refinish Wood Stair Treads
If your stair treads have gotten damaged or if they just weren’t ever finished, you can follo...
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How to Clean Porous Ceramic
Knowing how to clean porous ceramics will not only save you time and money, it will also keep y...
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How to Make a Clear Epoxy Resin Countertop
Protect your countertops from damage without covering up their beauty....
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How to Make an Exterior Door
You don't need fancy tools or woodworking skills to make your own exterior door....
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Restoring a Sailboat
Restoring a sailboat can be loads of fun because it is a hobby that is not terribly expensive....
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How to Prepare Rose Beds For Roses
Preparing rose beds for roses will require knowledge of the soil contents and understanding wha...
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Build a Shadow Box for a Sports Jersey
Keep that jersey safe in an easy to make display case. This guide will help you do it yourself...