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How to Paint a Finished Wood Banister

I would like to paint a finished wood banister in my Boulder, Colorado, residence. How would I go about doing that?

What do I do to make a floor not slick?

I refinished a hardwood floor for an elderly lady and she wanted it shiny and slick so it has oil base polyurethane on it. Now she says she doesn't want it that slick, it is too slippery for her at her age. What are your suggestions that I do? What can I do or put on it to make it not so slick?

How to Repair Cracks and Dents in Siding

A tornado ripped through our Springfield, Missouri neighborhood last year. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but our home suffered some siding damage. Most of the problem stems from debris hitting the siding, which led to cracks and in a few cases, a serious dent. Can I repair the cracks and dents in my siding, or do I have to replace each damaged piece?

How to Eradicate Black Mold

The bathroom in my Mobile home has a black mold problem. I've tried scrubbing the ceiling and walls - but the mold keeps coming back. A contractor suggested we put in a ventilation system to resolve the mold issue - but that only slowed the problem down. How can we eradicate this mold once and for all?

Removing Mold Safely

How can you remove mold safely?

How to Patch and Paint Drywall

My son busted the drywall in our kitchen here in York. It was an accident, but it left a deep gouge and cracks. I need a contractor's advice to patch and paint it.

How to Create Above-Garage Storage

How can I best utilize wasted space above my garage for storage?

How to Repair Damaged Roofing

What steps do I take to replace or repair asphalt roofing shingles?

How to Stop Drafts Around Windows

How can I seal my windows to stop drafts and lower my heating bill?

How to Caulk a Bathroom Shower

The caulking in my bathroom shower is black and starting to come out. What is the best way to re-caulk it, given I live in Seattle's moist climate? How do I re-caulk the shower in my bathroom?

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