How to Install a Subway Tile Backsplash, Step by Step
Layout, outlet extenders, setting tile, grout and caulk: how to install a clean subway tile kitchen backsplash yourself.
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Category: DIY Tips & Tutorials
Step-by-step home improvement projects St. Louis homeowners can tackle themselves, and how to tell when a job needs a pro.
How to Weatherstrip and Caulk Windows and Doors for Winter
Find and seal the drafts around your windows and doors before a St. Louis winter: caulk, weatherstripping, door sweeps and window film, step by step.
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How to Re-Caulk a Bathtub or Shower So It Stays Sealed
Peeling, moldy tub caulk lets water into your walls. Here's how to remove it completely and lay a clean silicone bead that lasts.
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How to Patch Drywall Holes, From Nail Pops to Big Dents
Step-by-step drywall repair for nail pops, small holes, doorknob dents and large holes, plus how to feather, texture and prime so the patch disappears.
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How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets for a Factory-Smooth Finish
Degrease, scuff, prime and paint: a step-by-step guide to painting kitchen cabinets so the finish lasts instead of peeling.
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