Thought for Today: "Appreciation can make a day, even change a life. Our willingness to put it all into words is all that is necessary." - Margaret Cousins

 
 

The (Fortunately) Simple Solution to Getting Rid of Radon

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Radon is a naturally occurring, colorless, odorless gas that can represent a serious health hazard.  It can be present just about anywhere in the U.S.  In fact, I discovered I had a potentially dangerous amount of it right in my own home.  How did I detect it?  What did I do to get rid of it?  That’s the focus of this video article.

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How to Remove a Screw with a Missing or Broken Off Head

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I’ve suggested a couple of methods for removing a screw with a damaged or stripped out head, but what if the screw head is missing altogether?  Most often, this happens when the screw is over tightened and the head snaps off.  This is especially troublesome when the screw is holding a door hinge or other piece of hardware and a replacement needs to go in precisely the same position as the damaged fastener.  Here’s a technique, and a tool, to solve the problem.

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This Versatile Slatwall System is a Slick Way to Create Wall-to-Wall Storage

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I’m always on the lookout for ways to turn walls, especially those in garages and basements, into efficient and accessible storage.  Slatwall systems, long used by retailers to display merchandise in stores, are now available for use as home storage and organization solutions.  These systems are extremely flexible and can easily be put up on either finished or stud framed walls.  If you’re not familiar with the slatwall approach, take a look at this video article.

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