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Interior Home Repair: Tips and Step-By-Step Guides

This Section covers many useful interior home repair topics. Get information and how-to guidance on topics like repairing and working with drywall, how to caulk like a pro and others.

Paint Disposal and Recycling

This tutorial describes ways to reuse, recycle or dispose of latex and oil based paints, paint cans and solvents.

Ceramic Wall Paint Manufacturers

This article provides contact information on ceramic wall paint manufacturers.

Nails 101 - Nail Sizes and Types Around the Home

This tutorial describes the most common types of nails you will encounter and describes their use. Described are nail types including cut, common, box, annular ring, masonry, brad, finish, casing, roofing and duplex. An overview of nail sizing and terminology is also provided.

How to Remove a Popcorn Textured Ceiling

Describes the risks and process needed for removal of a popcorn textured ceiling.

How to Drain a Flooded Basement - Pump Out

This tutorial describes what to do if your home's basement is flooded with water from a major storm. Safely cleaning up a flooded basement requires a special procedure so as to avoid structural damage.

Drywall Introduction

This tutorial provides an overview to the most common types of drywall (gypsum wall board) used in home repair and renovation.

Caulk Removal Made Easy

Tips for easy removal of dried latex or silicone caulk from your tub or sink.

How To Remove Rust Stains From Toilets and Sinks

Removing unsightly rust and other stains from porcelain in toilets and sinks can be difficult. This tutorial will guide you through several ways to make this repair.

Before You Buy a Stud Finder

Describes things you should know before buying an electronic or manual stud finder.

Troubleshooting Wet Basement Problems

Wetness in the home basement is a common problem that can be caused by a number of issues, some simple to repair and others are more complicated. This tutorial will describe various basement water problems and describe how to diagnose and fix them.

Extending the Life of Wood Putty or Spackling Compound

Tip on how to make wood putty or spackling last longer

Choosing the Right Nail for the Job

Choosing nails depends on what type of work you’re doing, and it’s important to know a little bit about them before you head to the hardware store.

Wall Anchors - How to Fasten Objects to a Wall

Description of different types of wall fasteners and their use

Screw Extractor - How to Remove a Broken Screw

Describes how screw extractor works and how to extract a broken screw

Wet Basement Repair

About.com's Guide to Home Buying / Selling, Elizabeth Weintraub has a great article on how to spot a wet basement and to fix some of the common problems causing this situation.

Cork Flooring - Explanation of Cork Floor Materials

This cork flooring tutorial provides a comprehensive overview of cork flooring, what it is, how it's constructed, its benefits, maintenance and other information you want to know.

Wood Floor Basics

Describes types of wood floors including solid and engineered

Ceramic Wall Paint - Low VOC and Improved Durability

Ceramic wall paint is a low VOC paint with additional durability benefits

Low VOC Interior Paint and Other Healthy Alternative Paints

Tutorial about alternative interior paints with low VOC's

Healthy Nursery Painting

Paint tips and advice for painting a nursery

How to Baby Proof Your Home

Baby safety products for the home

Repairing a Large Hole in Drywall

This helpful Step-By-Step tutorial will tell you how to repair a large hole in drywall.

Repair a Small Hole in Drywall

A hole in the wall is a common problem caused by doorknobs, kids, toys and other elements of home life. This helpful Step-By-Step tutorial will tell you how to make a quick and easy repair of a small hole in drywall.

All About Paint

Comprehensive overview of interior and exterior paint for the house, what paint is made from and what type of paint to use where.

How to Properly Use a Paint Brush

This tutorial covers the basics of proper paint brush usage

Selection, Care and Storage of a Paint Brush

Successfully painting with a paint brush involves proper preparation and storage of the paint brush described in this tutorial.

How to Paint a Room

Quick tips on the order in which a room's elements should be painted

Repairing Textured Walls: Orange Peel

This tutorial will walk you through numerous ways to repair a damaged orange peel textured wall.

Caulk Like a Pro

Caulking is a home repair task that can be tricky to do in a way that looks good. Most home caulk jobs use too much caulk or apply it unevenly. This tutorial shows you how to easily get professional looking caulk results every time.

How to Select the Right Caulk for the Job

Selecting the correct caulk for your home repair job is important for its success. Learn about the different types of caulk and where they should be used.

Finding a Wood Stud in a Wall

Finding a wood stud in a wall is important for many home repair tasks such as hanging a heavy item on a wall. This tutorial guides you through the steps to locate that elusive stud.

Removing Oil Stains from Concrete

Removing oil stains from your garage floor is easier than you think and helps prolong the life of your floor.

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