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TILING BASICS

The typical tiling job requires as much patience as it does skill. As our tile man shows, planning -- demonstrated here by snapping chalk lines and dry-fitting these 12-inch-by-12-inch tiles to determine spacing -- is a major ingredient for success. Why not give it a try? Click here.

PAINTING 101

The key to a long-lasting paint job is preparation, followed closely by quality product that is being applied in proper conditions. When you don't follow the rules, problems abound. A step-by-step PDF covering all of these tips and outlining the problems and how to avoid is available by clicking here.

DRYWALLING PRIMER

It looks intimidating, but hanging and finishing drywall doesn't have to be brain surgery. It comes down to planning, following directions and practice. A major drywalling effort has a better chance being accomplished with two people (an extra set of hands to hold a sheet of drywall as it is positioned and fixed into place with screws and a drill-driver). Click here to get started.

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