Maintenance and Property Repair of your Home http://feed.informer.com/digests/SQAHNQHLFR/feeder Maintenance and Property Repair of your Home Respective post owners and feed distributors Sun, 25 Sep 2016 23:21:16 +0000 Feed Informer http://feed.informer.com/ Why is there mesh in front of brick work? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnojwi/why_is_there_mesh_in_front_of_brick_work/ DIY urn:uuid:14f23805-413d-053c-e178-3287ab209120 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 20:22:08 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnojwi/why_is_there_mesh_in_front_of_brick_work/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/uz77o1uidx9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=5e1b2604d85ba969aee2d34fdeb9f04d876e8857" alt="Why is there mesh in front of brick work?" title="Why is there mesh in front of brick work?" /> </a> </td><td> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/HJBOW17"> /u/HJBOW17 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/uz77o1uidx9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnojwi/why_is_there_mesh_in_front_of_brick_work/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Patio project is (mostly) complete! https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lno8au/patio_project_is_mostly_complete/ DIY urn:uuid:0898cea0-7871-f2fd-6437-2b10c09c3bc0 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 20:08:43 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lno8au/patio_project_is_mostly_complete/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/BvJjm89I8y6lxKTSJtJlcIfjH_D_QqjnrfTmxfkeZ80.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=1739ce2fe046b5de567759ecbc401efbc05dfc00" alt="Patio project is (mostly) complete!" title="Patio project is (mostly) complete!" /> </a> </td><td> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/BabyJengus"> /u/BabyJengus </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lno8au">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lno8au/patio_project_is_mostly_complete/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> How can i fix this drywall? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnnyrw/how_can_i_fix_this_drywall/ DIY urn:uuid:c5f67d20-538f-df6b-36c6-29841fdd1428 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:57:42 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnnyrw/how_can_i_fix_this_drywall/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/GedocXz0zz_ffL_M3J2JuEMp5yZjVaKy2ErvRGCavIg.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=23040f7e57de8c8f709007a6b220c4ceb1a9c87b" alt="How can i fix this drywall?" title="How can i fix this drywall?" /> </a> </td><td> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Disastrous-Dig5441"> /u/Disastrous-Dig5441 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lnnyrw">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnnyrw/how_can_i_fix_this_drywall/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> How in the word do I get these out? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnno0z/how_in_the_word_do_i_get_these_out/ DIY urn:uuid:cb99c2f8-279b-1fd7-0322-59618444926a Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:45:07 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnno0z/how_in_the_word_do_i_get_these_out/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/851A7DRxk_MNLV-QZaLbfs8LTBeHaYEpJcsAvAfkMBg.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=0dac07c7c84e7dd3dacb51c9f8afe897cc9bd305" alt="How in the word do I get these out?" title="How in the word do I get these out?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Hi there! We had a wall mounted cat climbing area that we are now removing, however, we cannot figure out how to remove these screws holding the dowels from our wall, anyone have suggestions How do I patch this area between brick and stucco https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnnn4k/how_do_i_patch_this_area_between_brick_and_stucco/ DIY urn:uuid:647e3ce5-f92b-2045-0a9d-2a31dc17d5c4 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:44:05 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnnn4k/how_do_i_patch_this_area_between_brick_and_stucco/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/cGMPGiXw-Q26av6k5krvxjtNg1aRJJxZoXt6OyxOrew.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=23433c8ca066128730fc92cfbf2f3be7003ed895" alt="How do I patch this area between brick and stucco" title="How do I patch this area between brick and stucco" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>We recently had new windows installed and the wood that was next to the bricks were taken off and now there are hugs gaps behind the bricks. How do I seal this area off so there are no gaps?</p> <p>Thank you! </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/mikegoo81"> /u/mikegoo81 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lnnn4k">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnnn4k/how_do_i_patch_this_area_between_brick_and_stucco/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Installed an attic ladder https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnn3eu/installed_an_attic_ladder/ DIY urn:uuid:5160c1e7-8701-3eb8-3d04-9d104c6cad6f Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:21:08 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnn3eu/installed_an_attic_ladder/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/nDKDLZLRRjmD71zdt4Ni68q62uEpf9orf_Rl9L7J4xM.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=60ead865e981354f9fa567e3f85acf9f9d43a667" alt="Installed an attic ladder" title="Installed an attic ladder" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Wife was gone on a girls trip for this weekend, so I decided to spend the weekend enjoying cigars, whiskey, and straightening up my basement. (It’s an unfinished coal cellar with the coal furnace replaced with a regular one, one of my long running projects).</p> <p>After the third time cursing about too much stuff and not enough space, I realized I have an entire attic! But a tiny crawl hole in my closet. HD sells Louisville attic ladders, and they had one in stock. </p> <p>I watched three different YouTube videos to get trained, then scrambled into my attic (the hole is directly above the hanging pole for clothes in my closet, thank god I’m still relatively skinny) to check out the floor (ceiling?) joists and stab a screw driver through the drywall to mark where one of the corners would be. </p> <p>Grabbed a bunch of 2x4s, the ladder kit, a small step ladder, screws and some metal strong ties to reinforce the corners of the frame I’d be making Friday after work. </p> <p>After I got home I did some measuring, did some marking, broke out the square and the level, and punched a hole in the drywall ceiling of my daughter’s room. (She’s at college, she doesn’t care). All in all, I figured I was set to start early Saturday without an issue. </p> <p>Saturday morning I got up, sawsalled the joists and then installed the frame. Followed the official Louisville YouTube for installing the ladder. A corner was a little tighter than it should have been, but that’s on me for not wanting to use a ton of shims. Used a rubber mallet to coerce it into place instead of redoing the entire frame. </p> <p>Saturday afternoon it was in, I had trimmed the legs, and it was only a tiny bit crooked. Crooked enough that the door doesn’t completely close perfectly, but it’s a 120+ year old house, 90 degrees angles don’t exist. </p> <p>According to my fitness tracker I climbed 20 sets of stairs on Saturday, and I never quite got around to actually moving all the random boxes of stuff into the attic. I figure it can do that tonight/tomorrow before the wife actually gets home. </p> <p>I still have to do some drywall replacement/repair, but I still have the pieces I cut out, so that should make it easier. </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/suplex86"> /u/suplex86 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lnn3eu">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnn3eu/installed_an_attic_ladder/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> This birdbath belonged to my great grandmother. Is there any hope for repair for the bowl? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnn1jw/this_birdbath_belonged_to_my_great_grandmother_is/ DIY urn:uuid:540c1d6c-72b2-bce6-e18e-d6168378fb89 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:19:02 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnn1jw/this_birdbath_belonged_to_my_great_grandmother_is/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/Ui2MU9JfhmNuN-SKvKjX6NYa4Ic_hOypJRtQsAZ4qsQ.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=fe4c255cb28e65a8588778dda632c0123082caa8" alt="This birdbath belonged to my great grandmother. Is there any hope for repair for the bowl?" title="This birdbath belonged to my great grandmother. Is there any hope for repair for the bowl?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>This thing is huge- about 2 1/2&#39; wide, and heavy. The center recess (now a big hole:( ) is 7&quot; wide. It had developed a crack in the center top and then started to push up on one side. It completely came loose when I flipped it over to see what was going on. This birdbath has been around a long time, so I&#39;m hoping I can fill in the center (leaving enough of a recess to sit down onto the pedestal base). Is there hope for it? The bowl also has three fine cracks running from the center to the edge. </p> <p>The pedestal is in good shape- I&#39;ve got to find something that can sit down onto it that won&#39;t shift around if I can&#39;t fix this. I would need to be able to attach some kind of ring to the bottom to keep a bowl from sliding off. </p> <p>Thank you in advance for your advice...or sympathy How can I drop an ethernet cable from the roof into this existing wall plate? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnn14f/how_can_i_drop_an_ethernet_cable_from_the_roof/ DIY urn:uuid:c36c5a14-5a65-b4cb-9f8b-b8bd6975e748 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:18:32 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnn14f/how_can_i_drop_an_ethernet_cable_from_the_roof/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/yws21qc42x9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=1a2e908252b208607509dc578fb55096754cb4d3" alt="How can I drop an ethernet cable from the roof into this existing wall plate?" title="How can I drop an ethernet cable from the roof into this existing wall plate?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I’m basically trying to wire an access point through my roof and I’m trying to mount it on the wall behind my TV where there is an existing coax wall plate. </p> <p>I’m trying to replace this single coax wall plate with this 2-port coax/ethernet plate (<a href="https://a.co/d/15pL1dg">https://a.co/d/15pL1dg</a>)</p> <p>But there is this blue outlet box in the wall that is impossible to get out, it looks like it was screwed in to the wood beams behind the sheet rock. (I think it’s this <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Carlon-1-Gang-8-cu-in-Electrical-PVC-Shallow-Flanged-Old-Work-Electrical-Switch-and-Oulet-Box-B108R-UPC-B108R-UPC/100404058?MERCH=REC-_-brand_based_collection-_-100404027-_-2-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a">https://www.homedepot.com/p/Carlon-1-Gang-8-cu-in-Electrical-PVC-Shallow-Flanged-Old-Work-Electrical-Switch-and-Oulet-Box-B108R-UPC-B108R-UPC/100404058?MERCH=REC-_-brand_based_collection-_-100404027-_-2-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a-_-n/a</a>). </p> <p>The blue box seems stuck and I don’t know if I need to cut out some of the sheet rock to get access to the screws to be able to take it out. Or if there is a better way to get the ethernet cable through it. </p> <p>So I basically want to drop the ethernet cable from my roof to this same box and pull it into the blue box and then replace the single coax the wall plate with the 2 port coax/ethernet wall plate. But I can’t get the blue box out and I can’t figure out what’s the best way to get the ethernet cord through box. Please help me if you can. Thank you Ideas for tricky laundry space? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnm1h6/ideas_for_tricky_laundry_space/ DIY urn:uuid:91982ece-81c7-4dad-5b25-9f217e7533b8 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 18:38:00 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnm1h6/ideas_for_tricky_laundry_space/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/wadw9sJiff_wG2bRGxdz0FVISDFgFbo-50B3CJek9ac.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=b31b8ed21d83132622ccdec19f512c6574bccabd" alt="Ideas for tricky laundry space?" title="Ideas for tricky laundry space?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I’m struggling with how to design a butcher block countertop for this space. The washer and dryer jut out further than the base cabinets on the left and right. The base cabinets can’t come forward at all because of the door swing. What ideas do you all have? I do have a router, clamps etc but obviously this would be a pretty big piece to make and I’m trying to decide what could work. All ideas welcome!!</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/swimkay6"> /u/swimkay6 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lnm1h6">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnm1h6/ideas_for_tricky_laundry_space/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Garage Ceiling Insulation Solution https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnm0z4/garage_ceiling_insulation_solution/ DIY urn:uuid:1d8ee812-740b-f896-1e92-59cadebe7892 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 18:37:24 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnm0z4/garage_ceiling_insulation_solution/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/mgdntfe4uw9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=1194553d9b419866791ada7fb0242140ee35c805" alt="Garage Ceiling Insulation Solution" title="Garage Ceiling Insulation Solution" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Been thinking about this one for a while. I use my garage year round in Michigan and Hot as hell in the summer and sub zero temps in the winter. My little heater works overtime to make the space workable in the winter but I want to finish the ceiling. I have a single ridge vent and no soffit vents. 2x4s on 24&quot; centers. Please let me know how you would finish this. </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/just_a_hunk"> /u/just_a_hunk </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/mgdntfe4uw9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnm0z4/garage_ceiling_insulation_solution/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Scrap wood https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnm0e1/scrap_wood/ DIY urn:uuid:19f86a11-bc3d-3362-eb6d-9b13f1985562 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 18:36:47 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnm0e1/scrap_wood/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/ubq80ylouw9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=9b312e4d7c4b6bdfca815769dbdfd30b8719f4f9" alt="Scrap wood" title="Scrap wood" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Saw a comment on another post recently ablut people not liking having scrap wood around.</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Typical_Item_6103"> /u/Typical_Item_6103 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/ubq80ylouw9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnm0e1/scrap_wood/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Preserve Wood on House Exterior https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnky3b/preserve_wood_on_house_exterior/ DIY urn:uuid:c71eeb78-0d24-1650-f8f6-721dbe95ccaa Sun, 29 Jun 2025 17:53:30 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnky3b/preserve_wood_on_house_exterior/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/IqVgT7Y8nX0WBaHLVrfdtDUs3vdnfvafacqX5mWwmzA.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=e3d6d3de37948251b273afcd1d36b56101e377f2" alt="Preserve Wood on House Exterior" title="Preserve Wood on House Exterior" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>So it’s become unavoidable and obvious that I need to do something about preserving the wood on the outside of my house, but I don’t know exactly how to go about it. </p> <p>Last time I hired someone that the previous home owner recommended, which cost a mint. I was on business travel on and off, but I think it took him about a week and I think it involved him sanding and staining the wood. I’m not sure what final protectant he used, but I did pick out the color of the stain. </p> <p>I’d like to do this myself this time to save some money and learn more about DIY home improvement, so I’d like to ask for your advice. What does this project like like? Power wash and restrain/seal? Sand it down? What type of product should I use?</p> <p>Thank you for your help!</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/BadBig2849"> /u/BadBig2849 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lnky3b">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnky3b/preserve_wood_on_house_exterior/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Hot Grd Rev https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnkwbd/hot_grd_rev/ DIY urn:uuid:9942bb1f-cb3d-e5a9-dd93-b9dac68935f3 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 17:51:34 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnkwbd/hot_grd_rev/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/tTVeZ6UJYiAwpTichRyiVIi6xBe58nnccc6oX10wRt8.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=bc4456245859674d4d3b4e49ebbf88d66e6cde58" alt="Hot Grd Rev" title="Hot Grd Rev" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>My father is law and I replaced two outlet plugs. All of the sudden we have a hot/grd Rev according to our tester. They all worked before. </p> <p>The one outlet we thought was giving us problems had a metal box that we have since replaced. The ceiling fan in the room is also not working. </p> <p>1960 house with switches that control some plugs in the room. Two switches total, one for the ceiling fan, one for the outlets in the room (2). Attached are pictures. Please let me know if I can answer any questions. </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Walton565"> /u/Walton565 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lnkwbd">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnkwbd/hot_grd_rev/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Kitchen Cabinets Wont Close https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnkjp5/kitchen_cabinets_wont_close/ DIY urn:uuid:fa943e46-15e8-e573-6207-b256a91753d0 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 17:37:12 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnkjp5/kitchen_cabinets_wont_close/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/kFrCFicYW89KNagQ-30MWONrThWBe4bkDuEZ5zvS5Oc.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=0daecfd7cc6d8c534b8c4b2e53440b676d39a069" alt="Kitchen Cabinets Wont Close" title="Kitchen Cabinets Wont Close" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>So I had some loose cabinet doors beneath my sink and when I tightened them up they no longer align. They kinda did before but you had to force it. Now they’re just permanently unaligned. Any ideas on how to rectify this?</p> <p>Note: heed them to be able to lock to keep my toddler out of there. </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/jjfed11"> /u/jjfed11 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lnkjp5">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnkjp5/kitchen_cabinets_wont_close/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Refinish/restore old wood front door. https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnkeum/refinishrestore_old_wood_front_door/ DIY urn:uuid:8ae35371-93ac-dae3-7720-92f5234f3daf Sun, 29 Jun 2025 17:31:27 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnkeum/refinishrestore_old_wood_front_door/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/cH7ajLGCKl-TjyJkQ96t1PzzK32gf7HtfYwOIOjBmbk.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=cec29bb4231147b8cdfba096b833d1b514c651a7" alt="Refinish/restore old wood front door." title="Refinish/restore old wood front door." /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Our front door needs TLC. See attached pics. This is in a midwestern climate with cold winter/hot summer. The door gets some direct sunlight.</p> <p>I don’t know what products previous owners used. Nearly all of the finish is gone. It’s flaking in places and on the door jamb you can see the prior finish I’d guess it’s a polyurethane but I’m not sure.</p> <p>My plan has been to (1) sand thoroughly to remove old finish and even out the raised/weathered grain; (2) stain the wood to achieve a slightly darker color; (3) apply a few coats of an oil-based spar urethane.</p> <p>Reading various subs, some people seem to strongly prefer spar varnishes like epifanes. But I’m concerned about how long that project would take: 6-7 coats, waiting many hours between coats, etc. This is our front door and it can’t be out of service for long. Ideally I’d like to be able to do this project without taking the door off its hinges at all. (I know that method may not yield perfect results, but with kids and a busy life I’m happy with good enough, so long as it looks ok and protects the wood.)</p> <p>Any thoughts welcome. I’d also welcome recommendations on a spar urethane or other products. (I have been leaning to varathane oil based spar urethane because it’s widely available. Have had a so-so experience with helmsman on outdoor furniture in the past.)</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/jmm263"> /u/jmm263 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lnkeum">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnkeum/refinishrestore_old_wood_front_door/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> To remediate or replace… mold on Sheetrock due to one time event. https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnjwvh/to_remediate_or_replace_mold_on_sheetrock_due_to/ DIY urn:uuid:e97b5378-bd05-79b2-2050-0fed7af80c63 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 17:10:52 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnjwvh/to_remediate_or_replace_mold_on_sheetrock_due_to/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/gIY6JF0VDDraM8KOyXAz5X3GTj5JG2qB1I2oPxZaBbw.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=5aa43b935152635a6ed089adc0c63d051c205968" alt="To remediate or replace… mold on Sheetrock due to one time event." title="To remediate or replace… mold on Sheetrock due to one time event." /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I had the sprinkler on a timer recoiled in the garage, I generally use it to just set a fixed time, but I must have turned on a program and it turned on with the door closed.</p> <p>Mold (green and black) shows up in a couple days.</p> <p>I was out of town and my wife just turned it off but did not tell me till I got home.</p> <p>Sprayed with HO 3% and set a fan on it. It is all solid, structurally just needs the joints re-taped.</p> <p>Anyway… I was thinking to clean, treat with HO again and then seal with primer (kilts)…</p> <p>OK or does it really need to be torn out and replace the Sheetrock?</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/geek66"> /u/geek66 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lnjwvh">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnjwvh/to_remediate_or_replace_mold_on_sheetrock_due_to/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> fun little project we did this weekend! https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnjocj/fun_little_project_we_did_this_weekend/ DIY urn:uuid:dbe083be-edf3-f647-4a82-f020db5f0b99 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 17:01:24 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnjocj/fun_little_project_we_did_this_weekend/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/fwz4n1kpdw9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=b994461e22b19819ea2111a5aa6b696315cc2983" alt="fun little project we did this weekend! Just wanted to show off. DIY 'd my wedding jewelry, and I think it looks neat! https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnfwv9/just_wanted_to_show_off_diy_d_my_wedding_jewelry/ DIY urn:uuid:e9706a4b-7fd1-c909-57bc-bb06576fd868 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 14:23:51 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnfwv9/just_wanted_to_show_off_diy_d_my_wedding_jewelry/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/slqo43kllv9f1.png?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=976de8068d361a5b9dd423e1f311e564fd5279fe" alt="Just wanted to show off. DIY 'd my wedding jewelry, and I think it looks neat!" title="Just wanted to show off. DIY 'd my wedding jewelry, and I think it looks neat!" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>For a variety of reasons, I couldn&#39;t find jewelry I liked for the wedding I wasn&#39;t allergic to or would need to spend a small fortune on getting something custom made. Found 3 pieces of moonstone I loved, and a PERFECT match in size pair of circular studs and a little St. Benedict medal that was blank in the back. Got my epoxy resin, and boom. Already showed bridal party and MIL and they all though it was bought. Whole thing cost less than $39, too. So happy!</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/MagpieKaz"> /u/MagpieKaz </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/slqo43kllv9f1.png">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnfwv9/just_wanted_to_show_off_diy_d_my_wedding_jewelry/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> I’m not over my head, but the water is getting pretty deep. How much subfloor should I pull and replace? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnce4n/im_not_over_my_head_but_the_water_is_getting/ DIY urn:uuid:873eddf0-76fd-d2d9-555c-8ebf930c4ebe Sun, 29 Jun 2025 11:25:59 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnce4n/im_not_over_my_head_but_the_water_is_getting/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/KosXavkLT_vOjimdWCS-qYiDxv57X9GiLvUruxp_gyk.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=a5bd3b482506cb3ffcb246d622f6a3f83fe4aef7" alt="I’m not over my head, but the water is getting pretty deep. How much subfloor should I pull and replace?" title="I’m not over my head, but the water is getting pretty deep. How much subfloor should I pull and replace?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>This minor bathroom renovation is turning into something more extensive. You can see that water got under the vinyl flooring at some point and rotted near the corner of the bathtub. I&#39;m not sure why, but this bathroom has two layers of sub flooring. The bottom layer under that corner of the tub certainly needs to be replaced because I can poke through it. The end of the bottom plate right there is also really soft.</p> <p>So my question is, how do I determine how far back to pull up the sub flooring for replacement? You can see that the damage to the top layer of the subfloor doesn&#39;t really extend underneath of the bathtub. </p> <p>Also, should I replace that bottom plate or leave it as is? If the damage to the bottom plate is bad enough that it warrants replacement, is it possible to replace only part of it? Or should I do the whole piece?</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Dont_Call_it_Dirt"> /u/Dont_Call_it_Dirt </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lnce4n">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lnce4n/im_not_over_my_head_but_the_water_is_getting/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Quick Takes With: Maria Berman and Brad Horn https://www.gardenista.com/posts/quick-takes-maria-berman-brad-horn/ Gardenista urn:uuid:3d75264d-16f1-5658-cf39-cd4bbcdc0b46 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 08:00:46 +0000 &#8220;Weirdness and charm&#8221;: That&#8217;s how husband-and-wife duo Maria Berman and Brad Horn, who together make Berman Horn Studio, described the first project we covered of theirs, a quirky, color-filled farmhouse in upstate New York. That was back in 2017, and since then, we&#8217;ve marveled at the couple&#8217;s knack for creating mindful, architectural interiors that still [&#8230;] <p><em>“Weirdness and charm”: That’s how husband-and-wife duo Maria Berman and Brad Horn, who together make Berman Horn Studio, described the first project we covered of theirs, <a class="tracked-click" target="_blank" href="https://www.remodelista.com/posts/new-york-funky-farmhouse-remodel-with-contemporary-art-and-americana-by-berman-horn-studio/">a quirky, color-filled farmhouse in upstate New York</a>. That was back in 2017, and since then, we’ve marveled at the couple’s knack for creating mindful, architectural interiors that still leave room for playfulness. <a class="tracked-click" target="_blank" href="https://www.remodelista.com/posts/berman-horn-harlem-rowhouse-new-york-city/">“Silly, thrifty, and not too serious”</a> is how they think of their own Harlem flat, and their striking modern shingled house on the rugged island of Vinalhaven—a star of our recent Maine book—is filled with antiques and the occasional salvaged find from the town swap shop. </em></p> <p><em>“Our design work is inspired by the simplicity and clarity of vernacular architecture of New England,” they write. “Each responds to the rich context of history and landscape that surrounds it.”</em></p> <p><em>Today the Maine- and New York-based duo writes in with an above-and-beyond host gift, why they avoid “visual MSG”, and first thing they do in the morning (hint: it’s not looking at their phones). Read on….</em></p> <h4>You’re invited to dinner. What’s your go-to gift?</h4> <p>A pre-batched cocktail or mocktail to pass around. If it’s a special event, we try and find vintage silver or linens with the hosts’ initials.</p> <h4>What’s on your bedside table?</h4> <p>Books and magazines! Always too many. The early mornings are for looking at images and inspiration, and the evenings are for escaping into favorite stories. Also a few treasured photos. And a collection of little animal talismans that each have a particular meaning and can be used to center and ground the mind and as a meditative cue. Finally, lots of water.</p> <h4>What’s your desert island design/art/architecture-related book?</h4> <p>So many favorites! Hard to choose one, but <em>John Singer Sargent Watercolors</em> from the Boston MFA and Brooklyn Museum shows is an absolute treasure trove of his wondrous glowing works. We always think of Sargent as a portrait painter, highly polished and client driven, but the watercolors are small, intimate, and clearly painted for his own pleasure or as gifts for friends. They beautifully capture sunfilled days, travel, architectural elements, Venice, all forming a visual diary of his time. His mastery of the medium is truly inspirational.</p> <img style="margin-bottom:16px;max-width:100%;height:auto;" width="733" height="auto" decoding="async" class="size-post-content wp-image-1121740" src="http://www.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine-733x977.jpg" alt="Berman Horn House from Remodelista in Maine, Photograph by Greta Rybus" width="733" height="977" srcset="https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine-733x977.jpg 733w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine-225x300.jpg 225w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine-400x533.jpg 400w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine-1466x1955.jpg 1466w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine-492x656.jpg 492w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine-640x853.jpg 640w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine-150x200.jpg 150w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/berman-horn-house-greta-rybus-photo-remodelista-in-maine.jpg 1800w" sizes="(max-width: 733px) 100vw, 733px" /> Above: At Maria and Brad’s Vinalhaven house, shingled houses are connected by a modern, minimal screen porch the couple designed themselves. (See more of it in our book <em>Remodelista in Maine</em>.) Photograph by Greta Rybus. <h4>What’s a film or TV show whose aesthetic has stuck with you?</h4> <p>The recent <em>Shogun</em> series. Such an incredible evocation of the mood of medieval Japan, with glowing landscapes and intricate costumes and textiles in every scene. In contrast to this, we just recently rewatched the first few episodes of the 1980’s<em> Miami Vice</em> and were struck by the focus on architecture and fashion. A highly designed mid-80s time-capsule.</p> <h4>What has been your best house upgrade?</h4> <p>Split system HVAC. Efficient and ever more necessary in New England’s warming summers.</p> <h4>A simple or budget-friendly design move you wish you’d known sooner?</h4> <p>Buying parts of Ikea furniture to incorporate into custom designs.</p> <h4>My favorite paint color for the bedroom is…</h4> <p>Forever and always Benjamin Moore’s <a class="tracked-click" href="https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-colors/color/2118-70/heaven" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Heaven</a>. The palest lavender gray, which is almost imperceptibly a color, but makes the room feel like a glowing cloud. Serenity in a can.</p> <h4>My unpopular design opinion is…</h4> <p>There is never a single “right” design or decision. Thinking that there is brings so much unnecessary stress to the design process. Realizing that many different paths can all lead to happiness, comfort, and beauty allows the design to unfold organically without the pressure of fearing mistakes.</p> <img style="margin-bottom:16px;max-width:100%;height:auto;" width="733" height="auto" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-post-content wp-image-1007526" src="http://www.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/new-york-farmhouse-berman-horn-studio-8-733x489.jpg" alt="Hibiscus wallpaper in a New York farmhouse remodel by Berman Horn Studio" width="733" height="489" srcset="https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/new-york-farmhouse-berman-horn-studio-8-733x489.jpg 733w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/new-york-farmhouse-berman-horn-studio-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/new-york-farmhouse-berman-horn-studio-8-768x513.jpg 768w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/new-york-farmhouse-berman-horn-studio-8-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/new-york-farmhouse-berman-horn-studio-8-1466x979.jpg 1466w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/new-york-farmhouse-berman-horn-studio-8-688x459.jpg 688w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/new-york-farmhouse-berman-horn-studio-8-492x328.jpg 492w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/new-york-farmhouse-berman-horn-studio-8.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 733px) 100vw, 733px" /> Above: A glimpse from the first story we ran on Berman Horn: <a class="tracked-click" target="_blank" href="https://www.remodelista.com/posts/new-york-funky-farmhouse-remodel-with-contemporary-art-and-americana-by-berman-horn-studio/">‘Weirdness and Charm’ in an Upstate New York Farmhouse</a>. Photography by <a class="tracked-click disable-css-transitions" href="https://www.rushjagoe.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rush Jagoe</a>, courtesy of Berman Horn Studio. <h4>Your design pet peeve?</h4> <p>We try to avoid “visual MSG”, which is something that grabs the eyes and provides visual stimulation but gives little lasting satisfaction or nourishment. We love things that are unexpected, thoughtful but with the effortlessness of something undesigned that can all come together to create a space which can make its own history.</p> <h4>Our go-to kitchen utensil is…</h4> <p>A fish spatula and a Cuisinart. The fish spatula because it allows total control when cooking in a pan. The Cuisinart because it does everything: grates, chops, slices, whips cream. My machine is 15 years old and going strong.</p> <h4>Three words that describe our design style:</h4> <p>Confident, playful, undesigned.</p> <img style="margin-bottom:16px;max-width:100%;height:auto;" width="733" height="auto" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-post-content wp-image-1244808" src="http://www.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Berman_Horn_Headshot-733x620.jpg" alt="Berman Horn" width="733" height="620" srcset="https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Berman_Horn_Headshot-733x620.jpg 733w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Berman_Horn_Headshot-300x254.jpg 300w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Berman_Horn_Headshot-768x649.jpg 768w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Berman_Horn_Headshot-1024x866.jpg 1024w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Berman_Horn_Headshot-492x416.jpg 492w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Berman_Horn_Headshot-150x127.jpg 150w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Berman_Horn_Headshot.jpg 1360w" sizes="(max-width: 733px) 100vw, 733px" /> Above: Maria and Brad. <h4>First design love?</h4> <p>Charles Rennie Mackintosh and the Glasgow School.</p> <h4>What item from your closet do you have on repeat?</h4> <p>Vintage high-waisted Levi’s.</p> <h4>Favorite design shop to visit (online or in person)?</h4> <p>The Gallery at 200 Lex in NYC is a whole floor of incredible antique dealers and always time well spent, whether shopping or just browsing.</p> <h4>What is the last thing you purchased for your house?</h4> <p>Another lamp! It’s a problem.</p> <h4>Something you’re coveting?</h4> <p>A large flat-woven rug by Marta Maas Fjetterstrom.</p> <img style="margin-bottom:16px;max-width:100%;height:auto;" width="733" height="auto" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-post-content wp-image-1135052" src="http://www.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/berman-horn-harlem-house-greta-rybus-26-733x1099.jpg" alt="Berman Horn Harlem House, Photo by Greta Rybus" width="733" height="1099" srcset="https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/berman-horn-harlem-house-greta-rybus-26-733x1099.jpg 733w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/berman-horn-harlem-house-greta-rybus-26-200x300.jpg 200w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/berman-horn-harlem-house-greta-rybus-26-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/berman-horn-harlem-house-greta-rybus-26-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/berman-horn-harlem-house-greta-rybus-26-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/berman-horn-harlem-house-greta-rybus-26-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/berman-horn-harlem-house-greta-rybus-26-1466x2198.jpg 1466w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/berman-horn-harlem-house-greta-rybus-26-492x738.jpg 492w, https://media.gardenista.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/berman-horn-harlem-house-greta-rybus-26-150x225.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 733px) 100vw, 733px" /> Above: Maria and Brad <a class="tracked-click" target="_blank" href="https://www.remodelista.com/posts/berman-horn-harlem-rowhouse-new-york-city/">in Harlem</a>. Photograph by Greta Rybus. <p><em>Thanks, Maria and Brad! Follow their work <a class="tracked-click" href="https://www.instagram.com/bermanhornstudio/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@bermanhornstudio</a> and via <a class="tracked-click" href="https://www.bermanhornstudio.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">bermanhornstudio.com</a>. (They’re also members of our Architect and Designer Directory; <a class="tracked-click" href="https://www.remodelista.com/firms/berman-horn-studio/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">head here</a> for more.)</em></p> What’s the best tip or tricks to get stair stringers cut exactly the same, mine are off after cutting the second one https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1ln2z4q/whats_the_best_tip_or_tricks_to_get_stair/ DIY urn:uuid:fd180b6b-9e66-85f7-c6b2-a74cb40df86e Sun, 29 Jun 2025 01:39:23 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1ln2z4q/whats_the_best_tip_or_tricks_to_get_stair/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/5jz51477tr9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=9e5423a1f3b27c8f937b0fcd5a6a29a497655167" alt="What’s the best tip or tricks to get stair stringers cut exactly the same, mine are off after cutting the second one" title="What’s the best tip or tricks to get stair stringers cut exactly the same, mine are off after cutting the second one" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I made a jig for the rise and run and marked out the first stringer and cut it out. Then I took the jig again and marked out a second stringer and they are not perfect when matched together. Wondering what I can do to help this issue? I need 5 stringers cut and they are pricey for the lumber. </p> <p>I feel like I could do a better job by screwing them all together and just using a long blade on a sawzall instead….</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Elite163"> /u/Elite163 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/5jz51477tr9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1ln2z4q/whats_the_best_tip_or_tricks_to_get_stair/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Everytime I try to install a screw into the stud, it strips. WTF am I doing wrong? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1ln2r1a/everytime_i_try_to_install_a_screw_into_the_stud/ DIY urn:uuid:4c46c27d-a4f0-6690-d2e3-b8c87f911f0d Sun, 29 Jun 2025 01:27:24 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1ln2r1a/everytime_i_try_to_install_a_screw_into_the_stud/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/boy74zqgqr9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=fc17fb855beb5f810f743c5b27d463ef657fad97" alt="Everytime I try to install a screw into the stud, it strips. WTF am I doing wrong?" title="Everytime I try to install a screw into the stud, it strips. WTF am I doing wrong?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Ok, so please go easy on me I&#39;m not a very handy guy. So apologies if this is a dumb question.</p> <p>I&#39;ve put up shelving before but never had this issue. </p> <p>Trying to install a shelf bracket. </p> <p>Identified the stud. </p> <p>Screwing in 2.25&quot; wood screw. </p> <p>I got it in until about 1 inch remaining and then the drill needed more torque as it just stopped twisting the screw. </p> <p>Its the black and Decker drill with 1-10 and then a drill bit symbol.</p> <p>I increased the torque number each time and nothing.</p> <p>I had to go all the way to the drill bit symbol and it twisted the screw a little more and then stripped the screw. </p> <p>2nd time tried a different Philips head adapter for my drill. Same result. </p> <p>2nd time tried to screw it in by hand but I do not have enough torque to get it snug against the wall. </p> <p>WTF am I doing wrong? </p> <p>Screw is 2.25&quot; round head Philips zinc. </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/AggressiveEmuSlut"> /u/AggressiveEmuSlut </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/boy74zqgqr9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1ln2r1a/everytime_i_try_to_install_a_screw_into_the_stud/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Toilet Still Running After Changing Flush System/Fill Valve https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1ln04ru/toilet_still_running_after_changing_flush/ DIY urn:uuid:94181942-2dcc-b678-306b-db9821339fb8 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 23:14:29 +0000 <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Hey Everyone-</p> <p>Our toilet was running slowly into the bowl, making the tank refill every 5-10 minutes. We had an old flush/fill system which I replaced with the Fluidmaster one. Got everything installed, tank reassembled to the toilet, and the same thing is happening. At a loss for next steps.</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/arthenc"> /u/arthenc </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1ln04ru/toilet_still_running_after_changing_flush/">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1ln04ru/toilet_still_running_after_changing_flush/">[comments]</a></span> Is there any hope of fixing my floors? Stripped the shine. https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmzhvk/is_there_any_hope_of_fixing_my_floors_stripped/ DIY urn:uuid:77ade76c-6244-df1e-7a69-15ecc387b56b Sat, 28 Jun 2025 22:44:09 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmzhvk/is_there_any_hope_of_fixing_my_floors_stripped/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/mdg5he4yxq9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=acb429816806dd414acb89d7f299c8ec154d2b9e" alt="Is there any hope of fixing my floors? Stripped the shine." title="Is there any hope of fixing my floors? Stripped the shine." /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I have these tile floors (ceramic i think) and I recently decided to clean some old paint stains. I applied goof off, and although it removed the paint it also stripped the top coat from the tile. There are other spots where it&#39;s fading but this area is so obvious, it looks horrible. Is there any polish, wax, or sealant I can use to help restore them so they look cohesive again? My research has given me so many conflicting answers, but I know I can&#39;t afford to bring in a professional. </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/jessajoke4786"> /u/jessajoke4786 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/mdg5he4yxq9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmzhvk/is_there_any_hope_of_fixing_my_floors_stripped/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Stripping 90yr old garage door to eventually stain it - help… https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmyvc0/stripping_90yr_old_garage_door_to_eventually/ DIY urn:uuid:f2bb4057-b803-0dc2-3925-bb7aa95b768d Sat, 28 Jun 2025 22:14:24 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmyvc0/stripping_90yr_old_garage_door_to_eventually/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/WwGtY_UK6S_4OS3F7nhiIC88ZFDmChSezUQ9IbqbORg.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=9a65a7dba2820830d7203147db51ba6bd7c135a0" alt="Stripping 90yr old garage door to eventually stain it - help…" title="Stripping 90yr old garage door to eventually stain it - help…" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>So last week I decided to start stripping our garage door with the intent of eventually staining it the color of the lattice and doing all the coats of poly. </p> <p>The house is from the 1920s or 30s or so, and getting through the bottom panels and frames wasn’t fun, but doable. Started with sand blasting, turned to heat gun, and finally called it and went for the stripper. Takes 4-5 coats and stripping to finally get to wood.</p> <p>The row of panels at the top though, it’s like they’ve got 5 extra layers of paint, or glue, or… who knows… stripper at this point isn’t working as expected… took a belt sander to it just to see what would happen (80 grit), and diddles.</p> <p>Been using klean strip for all the rounds, wire brush for the trim… but any advice on how to get through this last bit of gunk and perhaps a proper step to get the panels fully clean would be greatly appreciated… </p> <p>Imma sit down and have a beer while thinking about my poor life choices.</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Lemkish"> /u/Lemkish </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmyvc0">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmyvc0/stripping_90yr_old_garage_door_to_eventually/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Update: That Un-Neat Electrical Box Install.. https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmyjys/update_that_unneat_electrical_box_install/ DIY urn:uuid:e92eaecc-8f82-7e24-a450-61c72675fb19 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 21:59:51 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmyjys/update_that_unneat_electrical_box_install/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/gp5pshn1qq9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=d2c547e59831e6c217da3581401c9f4d9e541f9a" alt="Update: That Un-Neat Electrical Box Install.." title="Update: That Un-Neat Electrical Box Install.." /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Hi!</p> <p>I posted a “help” question about my un-neat electrical box install, and got lots of helpful responses.</p> <p>I couldn’t figure out how to post a picture in my comments, so I’m posting an update here.</p> <p>In summary, the electrician left an unsightly mess around my electrical box when he installed it, and I needed help to make it neat.</p> <p>I am nearly done (the last bit is easy, as it’s just a door to add), but if anyone else has the same (or a similar) issue, here’s what worked for me:</p> <ul> <li>build a thin box out of ply. It’s pretty tall and wide, but about 2 inches deep.</li> <li>remove additional plaster by the wall on the left, which allowed me access to the stud there. I fastened the box on that side.</li> <li>sandwiched some ply on the backside of the plaster on the right side (ie, screw-&gt;plaster-&gt;ply), and then fasten the box to the ply through the plaster.</li> </ul> <p>It’s held pretty firm now, but I just need to add a small panel door, and I’ll be all done.</p> <p>Thanks so much to those on here with their ideas that helped me come up with a solution!!</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/TheTotallyRandomUser"> /u/TheTotallyRandomUser </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/gp5pshn1qq9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmyjys/update_that_unneat_electrical_box_install/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> How to I reinstall this? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmvruo/how_to_i_reinstall_this/ DIY urn:uuid:9429e867-2975-8aa1-166f-883a452d1396 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 19:54:00 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmvruo/how_to_i_reinstall_this/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/ZQKzlhI3r70KlbfK5mxXvcthmUHCRJ_tpYfGxKTIwQM.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=2986055d9613a8a7cd1efaa7bab460e2ce369eda" alt="How to I reinstall this?" title="How to I reinstall this?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>When I moved in, the door was never installed. I happened to find the door in the storage. How do I install this? There are probably parts missing like how do I know what parts are needed for this?</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/notgivingupprivacy"> /u/notgivingupprivacy </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmvruo">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmvruo/how_to_i_reinstall_this/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Leaking shower door https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmv0x0/leaking_shower_door/ DIY urn:uuid:10c78291-2a4e-af2e-8bfe-4ee56b3cf4f6 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 19:20:50 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmv0x0/leaking_shower_door/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/PN5IbLpW0B2eGc4ddm8XmORXlcoDPd973qPmOEkHvJk.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=dde18661ab0c8e4d8ee55d8c42eb29db6fdfccbb" alt="Leaking shower door" title="Leaking shower door" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I recently had a frameless door added to my bathtub/shower. It&#39;s been leaking like crazy through this gap between the door and the glass pane. The contractor has already come by and &quot;fixed&quot; it once and it only improved slightly. He says he can&#39;t get the bottom strip closer to the edge without blocking the vertical strip Is this something I&#39;ll just have to live with or is there anything I can do to block it from leaking more?</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Early_Suit_4456"> /u/Early_Suit_4456 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmv0x0">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmv0x0/leaking_shower_door/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Should I seal cracks before driveway reseal https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmv09h/should_i_seal_cracks_before_driveway_reseal/ DIY urn:uuid:dbe54d87-9208-3272-14b1-6b661fc8a133 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 19:20:02 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmv09h/should_i_seal_cracks_before_driveway_reseal/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/zylvr3xixp9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=a2c4e94d210a251c7944b9b3ed3449ced15202f4" alt="Should I seal cracks before driveway reseal" title="Should I seal cracks before driveway reseal" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Gonna reseal my driveway with “filler and sealer” should I get “crack sealer” before hand? </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/OldTeaching8407"> /u/OldTeaching8407 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/zylvr3xixp9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmv09h/should_i_seal_cracks_before_driveway_reseal/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Options for my Driveway https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmubi1/options_for_my_driveway/ DIY urn:uuid:3b48e1bd-b63a-44f5-c2b4-8f066ef2d6ae Sat, 28 Jun 2025 18:50:36 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmubi1/options_for_my_driveway/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/UAnqf-EPkx6ktVRRJsENlL_EaxaZ_rAjpmIz-nspKus.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=ad7c136c37e1d6503d3a9ba64de2b9bfad5d1dc2" alt="Options for my Driveway" title="Options for my Driveway" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I need help with fixing my driveway. Somebody gets stuck once a week, and I&#39;m not sure where to start. We get it graded and scraped twice a month and it just goes right back to soft sand whenever it rains. </p> <p>The dark dip always collects water and turns into a giant slushee. </p> <p>My driveway is 300ft by 10ft</p> <p>We&#39;ve thought about Crusher Run. Slag. Looking for something cost effective so I don&#39;t have to clear out my life&#39;s savings for this project. </p> <p>Pictures for reference</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/CallMeNervous"> /u/CallMeNervous </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmubi1">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmubi1/options_for_my_driveway/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> RAISED GARDEN https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmu4yx/raised_garden/ DIY urn:uuid:c59a02c4-482d-22fa-5556-eff59cb81350 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 18:42:48 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmu4yx/raised_garden/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/e3B2Gm6biA417SrXk8MyD61z5ztQGZB1GfJT-0gFJNE.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=e72a2227ec8f29303dfbaace894761f011b4a4ba" alt="RAISED GARDEN" title="RAISED GARDEN" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Made this out of Heat Treated pallets </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/333TREY"> /u/333TREY </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmu4yx">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmu4yx/raised_garden/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Tried to repair my kitchen faucet yesterday but made it worse. Turned the water off and left for the night. Today, it miraculously is no longer leaking. Do I trust this? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmtvdv/tried_to_repair_my_kitchen_faucet_yesterday_but/ DIY urn:uuid:c38471b1-7e1e-17df-17f9-09799a5d215c Sat, 28 Jun 2025 18:31:23 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmtvdv/tried_to_repair_my_kitchen_faucet_yesterday_but/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/m34qm7fuop9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=f22d24e39778a9c3aec871a39d458af077eb6358" alt="Tried to repair my kitchen faucet yesterday but made it worse. Turned the water off and left for the night. Today, it miraculously is no longer leaking. Do I trust this?" title="Tried to repair my kitchen faucet yesterday but made it worse. Turned the water off and left for the night. Today, it miraculously is no longer leaking. Do I trust this?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>The original leak was at the green circle. I replaced the connector to the left of the green, and then tried turning the water on. When I was replacing it, I think I must have messed up the connection between the right connector and the faucet, because it started leaking higher up. At that point, I cut my losses, turned off the water and left for the day. </p> <p>I came back today to reassess, and to my surprise, there is no longer a leak. I turned on and ran the hot, the cold, use the sprayer, move the faucet, but there’s no leak anywhere. </p> <p>Do I trust this? Or is it leaking somewhere that I just can’t see? </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/IllIIOk-Screen8343Il"> /u/IllIIOk-Screen8343Il </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/m34qm7fuop9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmtvdv/tried_to_repair_my_kitchen_faucet_yesterday_but/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Any advice on removing? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmtc22/any_advice_on_removing/ DIY urn:uuid:6897e6b0-d739-9ab3-5a1b-1747e5032122 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 18:08:13 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmtc22/any_advice_on_removing/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/nS_im9SIBRHZi8Zq5rLdODuM2_qRaxqBGsEZBM8HQi0.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=523c6d63529e18486e60b65aa485f18806101b44" alt="Any advice on removing?" title="Any advice on removing?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>No visible screws and the base doesn&#39;t turn very easily </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Jay-Live"> /u/Jay-Live </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmtc22">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmtc22/any_advice_on_removing/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Running Ethernet in attic, best way to walk across? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmsfek/running_ethernet_in_attic_best_way_to_walk_across/ DIY urn:uuid:86770475-4be8-4f29-bcbc-b80e91b365d7 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 17:30:22 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmsfek/running_ethernet_in_attic_best_way_to_walk_across/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/2dx9ujrudp9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=d6c131376235579208c3a6f09112eb681b7cb683" alt="Running Ethernet in attic, best way to walk across?" title="Running Ethernet in attic, best way to walk across?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I am trying to run ethernet from one side of the house to the other, and the attic also has this divider wall to maneuver through. I don’t want to fall through the floor since I have to go back and forth a few times to different areas.</p> <p>I was thinking I could put some 2x4s down temporarily, possibly nailed in where the existing insulation is already compressed, to give me a temporary, albeit thin, walkway.</p> <p>I don’t want to compress insulation if I don’t have to.</p> <p>Any recommendations or ideas to make this easier to navigate?</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/CouchEmperor"> /u/CouchEmperor </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/2dx9ujrudp9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmsfek/running_ethernet_in_attic_best_way_to_walk_across/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> My husband built me this window frame https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmrdsm/my_husband_built_me_this_window_frame/ DIY urn:uuid:4f605f4b-e7f5-0303-fa73-28e0057cb48d Sat, 28 Jun 2025 16:46:31 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmrdsm/my_husband_built_me_this_window_frame/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/hOfXFLuU6CfC8tUWqUAN2EGhOCBwtFAfaDWe_sU3otg.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=41ac74d1c9bf03a45b291c059fe919037e2255d6" alt="My husband built me this window frame" title="My husband built me this window frame" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>We just did a kitchen addition and we talked to 5 people, but no one would build a window frame. So my husband gave it a try, never having done it before and I think it’s great. I just wanted to show it off. </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/cindyaa207"> /u/cindyaa207 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmrdsm">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmrdsm/my_husband_built_me_this_window_frame/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> I what point do you toss a piece of scrap in the trash? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmr7lg/i_what_point_do_you_toss_a_piece_of_scrap_in_the/ DIY urn:uuid:d547a8e2-f09c-2fe4-bd55-f1d5fd320134 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 16:39:17 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmr7lg/i_what_point_do_you_toss_a_piece_of_scrap_in_the/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/i1oie3jt4p9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=df6e76f7108f66c717e92870047e637139b9e76e" alt="I what point do you toss a piece of scrap in the trash?" title="I what point do you toss a piece of scrap in the trash?" /> </a> </td><td> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/CrokeyCrash"> /u/CrokeyCrash </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/i1oie3jt4p9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmr7lg/i_what_point_do_you_toss_a_piece_of_scrap_in_the/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Help: hardware has to go in same spot? Better drywall anchor? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmr0gt/help_hardware_has_to_go_in_same_spot_better/ DIY urn:uuid:b7fbe6ee-ae8c-832b-91d4-43556219d87e Sat, 28 Jun 2025 16:30:43 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmr0gt/help_hardware_has_to_go_in_same_spot_better/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/8utW2WKXAyBQuAv2zS_HeGstggiIzL3ClIaltJM5XK0.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=4f972b12cdf2ae9bf63949e1cae5d145c681cf24" alt="Help: hardware has to go in same spot? Better drywall anchor?" title="Help: hardware has to go in same spot? Better drywall anchor?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Is there a way to fill in the hole with something the new anchor/screw has to go into? This is a baby gate and there isn’t much flexibility putting it somewhere else on the wall.</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/unoriginalname22"> /u/unoriginalname22 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmr0gt">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmr0gt/help_hardware_has_to_go_in_same_spot_better/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> What's the best way to find a matching pain colour? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmqbxw/whats_the_best_way_to_find_a_matching_pain_colour/ DIY urn:uuid:18d339c7-8b3a-fafe-b9aa-ad8b8ab9eb19 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 16:02:17 +0000 <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I need to repaint a door in my house and I&#39;m not sure what pain was used. All the doors are the same colour and I&#39;d rather not paint them all. There are about a million while paint colour options out there, what&#39;s the best way to find the matching paint? I&#39;m fairly certain it would be something off the shelf and not custom made. </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/dedlaw1"> /u/dedlaw1 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmqbxw/whats_the_best_way_to_find_a_matching_pain_colour/">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmqbxw/whats_the_best_way_to_find_a_matching_pain_colour/">[comments]</a></span> Peel & stick floor tile (FloorPops) over existing tile with wide grout lines https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmq9vt/peel_stick_floor_tile_floorpops_over_existing/ DIY urn:uuid:295e6189-3df3-cb94-01c0-7d833c3e21f5 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 16:00:05 +0000 <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I want to put down FloorPops in my kitchen to cover the very ugly, very dated, salmon-esque floor tile the previous owners chose in the 90s, however the grout lines between the tiles are quite wide. Like, the width of my pinky finger. Do I <em>need</em> to fill these grout lines before laying the adhesive floor tiles, or can I simply place the floor tiles over them? My plan is to place the 12”x12” adhesive tile so that it covers the corners of 4 different tiles, with the cross-section (+) of the grout lines in the middle of each tile. </p> <p>I don’t need it to last forever, but ideally for 1–2 years. Any advice is appreciated. I need to be able to do this as cost-efficiently as possible. Thanks in advance!</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/alyks23"> /u/alyks23 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmq9vt/peel_stick_floor_tile_floorpops_over_existing/">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmq9vt/peel_stick_floor_tile_floorpops_over_existing/">[comments]</a></span> Does powder quick dry joint compound go bad?? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmq4zb/does_powder_quick_dry_joint_compound_go_bad/ DIY urn:uuid:005f35ca-9794-f290-6c4b-3dfd56f45afb Sat, 28 Jun 2025 15:54:10 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmq4zb/does_powder_quick_dry_joint_compound_go_bad/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/rdhg89qswo9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=91952409c7a56b6ef0dd109050efc06bb964cea0" alt="Does powder quick dry joint compound go bad??" title="Does powder quick dry joint compound go bad??" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Does Dry 20 min joint compound go bad?? I have had this maybe 5 to 7 years. Has been kept inside in a closet. </p> <p>Just have a small project repairing some drywall holes. Hate to have to buy a new bag for such a small join but don&#39;t know if the adhesion degrades over time or not. </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/ThrowRA_20024"> /u/ThrowRA_20024 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/rdhg89qswo9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmq4zb/does_powder_quick_dry_joint_compound_go_bad/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> DIY restoring an 1888 Victorian home https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmom62/diy_restoring_an_1888_victorian_home/ DIY urn:uuid:df49b3e7-6b58-ece8-c84e-0e4b3fcd6a83 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 14:49:43 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmom62/diy_restoring_an_1888_victorian_home/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/erRJThjoer4blo7h8j5JXKZnyyi_l1CI16DkN0MJBn0.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=40cb560f28e7d55493d4a8c7cd3495fed98be700" alt="DIY restoring an 1888 Victorian home" title="DIY restoring an 1888 Victorian home" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>We purchased our home 2.5 years ago and have been DIY restoring/ renovating it. We are handy people, but for the most part are learning as we go. </p> <p>This is our grand staircase that we stripped of all the 100+ year old paint. Aside from all the cosmetic differences you see, we also had to fix the plaster walls, rebuild/ fix the stairs from underneath, installed wood paneling on the walls, and installed custom stained glass windows. </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/JonesRevival"> /u/JonesRevival </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmom62">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmom62/diy_restoring_an_1888_victorian_home/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Any suggestions / what is the best way to repaint the grille ? Can it be saved at all? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmob9p/any_suggestions_what_is_the_best_way_to_repaint/ DIY urn:uuid:18f10718-214a-3276-b7e6-7f69f48cc02d Sat, 28 Jun 2025 14:36:33 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmob9p/any_suggestions_what_is_the_best_way_to_repaint/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/uJuynq0OIxa9dlfknkX7vG-MGP85Uf6ndopB2jB9e4s.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=2d2809cd7d7811c1d51cd590eb6d82548d1e3cc5" alt="Any suggestions / what is the best way to repaint the grille ? Can it be saved at all?" title="Any suggestions / what is the best way to repaint the grille ? Can it be saved at all?" /> </a> </td><td> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/juggah_"> /u/juggah_ </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmob9p">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmob9p/any_suggestions_what_is_the_best_way_to_repaint/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Looking for suggestions for addressing this gap between asphalt driveway and cement https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmo318/looking_for_suggestions_for_addressing_this_gap/ DIY urn:uuid:187c91d1-9e11-a40a-b4ad-7bb35967eb3f Sat, 28 Jun 2025 14:26:31 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmo318/looking_for_suggestions_for_addressing_this_gap/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/pRHFbgz-p80RIMHQo9us11qwYfSgDPxc5pH4ySW061s.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=37398f0add96051f675509db95ab61307525e0aa" alt="Looking for suggestions for addressing this gap between asphalt driveway and cement" title="Looking for suggestions for addressing this gap between asphalt driveway and cement" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>This gap has gradually opened up. I am considering filling the area below the cement with some type A gravel. Others have suggested using a sealant with a backing rod once it’s filled in. I would love some suggestions for a DIY repair, even if it’s temporary. Thanks a lot </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/the_procurator"> /u/the_procurator </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmo318">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmo318/looking_for_suggestions_for_addressing_this_gap/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Glass kitchen cabinets https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmo1k1/glass_kitchen_cabinets/ DIY urn:uuid:ef85a32f-3053-c1d2-5a12-13d1a0c5caf6 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 14:24:38 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmo1k1/glass_kitchen_cabinets/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/fnfgliutgo9f1.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=bf2037eee5a27d9ae1537b17fd387827bbba203e" alt="Glass kitchen cabinets" title="Glass kitchen cabinets" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Hi! We have glass uppers in our kitchen and it drives me nuts, as it’s just not functional and I don’t want to have it nicely styled. </p> <p>I’ve gotten quotes for the glass to popped out / replaced with a matching panel or replacing all of the uppers entirely. Extremely pricey, so exploring some DIY options. </p> <p>Any other ideas? I was considering putting a decorative steel mesh behind the glass, but curious if anyone has any other ideas! </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Chicagomomming"> /u/Chicagomomming </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/fnfgliutgo9f1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmo1k1/glass_kitchen_cabinets/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Is this safe to walk on? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmo1h2/is_this_safe_to_walk_on/ DIY urn:uuid:a6cc81b8-84ca-0f59-299c-38e853009476 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 14:24:32 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmo1h2/is_this_safe_to_walk_on/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/4q7ZoM8t0uXZyIkgnGq_jHeBybbCu9k1thWnY5Spzhs.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=d8504c70caa3c8702a72f51905deb8bbc3112ed5" alt="Is this safe to walk on?" title="Is this safe to walk on?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>My family, the postman, our guests... Have been walking over it for two years. The inspector when we bought our house said it&#39;s shaking was probably just from a bad loose screw, and we could just tighten it and replace the treads and rails but keep the stringers, but now it looks to me like pretty much all of hardware where the stairs connect is completely corroded. </p> <p>I can&#39;t believe how unsafe this looks. Against my instruction I even had two delivery men take a refrigerator up it. </p> <p>Im not very handy, but I think I&#39;m handy enough to just replace the corroded hardware and the hangar board because I don&#39;t think that sounds too complicated but correct me if I&#39;m wrong. </p> <p>The top deck is fine, feels very sturdy and the boards were replaced a few years ago before we moved in.</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/trickytreats"> /u/trickytreats </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmo1h2">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmo1h2/is_this_safe_to_walk_on/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Food safe glue / epoxy that will be exposed to heat https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmnwci/food_safe_glue_epoxy_that_will_be_exposed_to_heat/ DIY urn:uuid:74259062-ef23-e28c-0bd9-5eb40409b2a7 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 14:18:09 +0000 <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>This would be for our coffee french press so this part would be exposed to 212 degrees water. The left part slides into the right so it should be an easy glue. </p> <p>Any recommendations?</p> <p><a href="https://imgur.com/a/roHk9rK">https://imgur.com/a/roHk9rK</a></p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/CenterInYou"> /u/CenterInYou </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmnwci/food_safe_glue_epoxy_that_will_be_exposed_to_heat/">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmnwci/food_safe_glue_epoxy_that_will_be_exposed_to_heat/">[comments]</a></span> What would you do? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmmwfm/what_would_you_do/ DIY urn:uuid:c247d87d-f6d0-60ec-55c1-0d5cd2ccb77d Sat, 28 Jun 2025 13:31:43 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmmwfm/what_would_you_do/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/D4I1mlb1zbGqZaOLEOqaocsoKjQmDEcQruJQnJIYCW4.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=c3d37513e6eb00576bb3f60f294c04856c0c144f" alt="What would you do?" title="What would you do?" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>How would you go about adding trim to this?</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Proper_String_3667"> /u/Proper_String_3667 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmmwfm">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmmwfm/what_would_you_do/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> Looking to Build a DIY Assistive Device to Help My Senior Dog Stand Up on His Own – Any Ideas? https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmmnmx/looking_to_build_a_diy_assistive_device_to_help/ DIY urn:uuid:eb53d86d-2f74-2b4a-3525-f5dd503d6bef Sat, 28 Jun 2025 13:19:37 +0000 <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I have a large dog who’s over 15 years old with arthritis in his back legs. He has a very hard time getting up from lying down, and I’d love to build or rig something that could help him rise more easily on his own, without needing me to lift him.</p> <p>I’m open to mechanical, pulley, spring-loaded, or bed/platform-based ideas—anything that could give him a boost.</p> <p>He weighs about 50-60 lbs, sleeps on the floor, and struggles most when going from lying down to standing.</p> <p>Has anyone seen or built anything like this before? Would love your input.</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Ashuriphoto"> /u/Ashuriphoto </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmmnmx/looking_to_build_a_diy_assistive_device_to_help/">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmmnmx/looking_to_build_a_diy_assistive_device_to_help/">[comments]</a></span> Color on shirt https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmmnbh/color_on_shirt/ DIY urn:uuid:31c44d1b-325b-58f7-b57f-4e9bf8e7de3c Sat, 28 Jun 2025 13:19:10 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmmnbh/color_on_shirt/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/E-u74A1Oy3v-z1Sr_EgovSch47dC3oZuNQhVmybks8s.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=beb16b24cbf6e6ad9b4e945057b8e00a4de95af5" alt="Color on shirt" title="Color on shirt" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I’ve drawn on this shirt with both acrylic and textile paint and over one wash it looks like this, I don’t know what to do with it. I was thinking maybe I could improvise and add something to it to make it look more like it’s supposed to be messy or just fix it somehow but I have no idea what to do. </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/0037yj"> /u/0037yj </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmmnbh">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmmnbh/color_on_shirt/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table> organic hanging wood sculpture from mockup to real life https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmlgwm/organic_hanging_wood_sculpture_from_mockup_to/ DIY urn:uuid:e684b8a2-9725-dad5-f959-21303608bae4 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 12:18:41 +0000 <table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmlgwm/organic_hanging_wood_sculpture_from_mockup_to/"> <img src="https://external-preview.redd.it/4mhQZMMIY6EKax9nLqryEXoMGCAnUbJK8mJyzptPeWY.jpeg?width=640&amp;crop=smart&amp;auto=webp&amp;s=d7b614029e31674e10a91995ef151441572c8e69" alt="organic hanging wood sculpture from mockup to real life" title="organic hanging wood sculpture from mockup to real life" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>i made this organic wood sculpture from mockups to real life</p> <p>Models were made by creative coding using processing, and milling in my own home made milling machine</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/WorldlinessOk1627"> /u/WorldlinessOk1627 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1lmlgwm">[link]</a></span> &#32; <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/comments/1lmlgwm/organic_hanging_wood_sculpture_from_mockup_to/">[comments]</a></span> </td></tr></table>