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Sometimes, a short and to the point tip or trick can be immensely useful. Here, we try to list as many useful tips as possible
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How to seed your lawn!
May it be a patch or a new lawn specific steps are required for seeding a lawn and ensuring a beautiful result. I assume you're reading this because you're a do it yourselfer (DIY) so here are the steps I recommend:1) Get good quality top soil2) You'll need a "Starter" fertilizer, Lime and grass seed common to your area (look for low weed content under 0.2%)3) Spread the top soil with a rake4) Using a rotary or gravity spreader, spread the "Starter" fertilizer, then the lime and finally the seed...
submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on Jun 6 2011 under Landscaping & Gardening | How To's
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How to clean your air exchanger!
Did you know you should clean your air exchanger at least every 3 months? That's right! Unplug the unit, pull out the core and wash it in a large sink or tub with warm water and dishwasher soap will do. Let it dry before putting it back in. Cleaning the fan at least once a year is a good idea also. To remember this home improvement task, use reminders on your e-mail app, smart phone or the good old calendar! Have great day and always strive for a better home! :) jeansimon PS Questions ... submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on Apr 6 2011 under Cleaning & Sanitizing | Heating, Cooling & Ventilation | How To's
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How to install laminate flooring!
Did you know that all laminate flooring have multiple patterns? Indeed manufacturers will usually print around 5 different patterns or designs per batch or model number. To get the best and most consistant look, open a few boxes and determine the amount of patterns. Before you start installing, put the different pattern pieces into individual piles. When you start use identical pieces end to end and install in rows. If you have 5 patterns, start with a row with pattern 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 then star... submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on Apr 6 2011 under Flooring | How To's
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How to hang a frame or painting!
There are many ways of hanging frames or paintings on a common gypsum board wall, but you can damage your home’s envelop if the desired location is on an exterior or outside wall. Here’s a method that works on most walls and reduces the risk of damage. Nailing or screwing into a wall stub isn’t always possible so here’s what I suggest: 1) Measure and mark the desired spot; 2) Using a hammer and a punching screwdriver (pointy tip) or a small Robertson screwdriver (squ... submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on May 3 2011 under Insulation & Weatherproofing | How To's | Walls & Ceilings
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How to clean ceramic or porcelain tile grout!
Today's tip is a simple one. Ceramic or porcelain tile are very popular as floor coverings but the grout located between tiles tends to get dirty. Here's what I suggest to clean ceramic or porcelain tile grout...:1) If it's very bad you can start with a hand steamer to loosen the dirt;2) Get a large floor brush with a handle, some good old Comet with Bleach (this isn't a product placement, it just works!), a bucket of hot water, some kind of rag to wipe down and of course some rubber gloves;3) S... submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on May 4 2011 under Flooring | Cleaning & Sanitizing | How To's
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How to clean ceramic top stoves!
What can I say; I have cleaning theme going with my recent tips, it must have something to do with my obsessive tendencies! LOL For those of you who own a ceramic top stove, you know they can be difficult to clean with those dark stubborn stains. I’ve been using a product that really works and it’s a Vileda Glass Ceramic Scrunge and here the link to the product: http://www.vileda.ca/en/scourers/ceran/ Look I’ve said it before, I’m not much for product placemen... submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on May 5 2011 under Appliances | Cleaning & Sanitizing | How To's
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How to get rid of weeds? Greener option...
Want to get rid of weeds like dandelions and you don't want to use heavy pesticides? Again I'm not much for product placements but show me a product that works that I can use and I'll be happy to promote it. I've tried a few products and the most effective I've come across is the Scotts EcoSense WEED B GON made with iron. Check the following link for details: http://www.scotts.ca/smg/catalog/productTemplate.jsp?proId=prod10440002&itemId=cat10130002 If you have a lot buy the big container w... submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on Jun 7 2011 under Landscaping & Gardening | Go Green | How To's
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Start Composting! How to make your own bin for under 15 dollars!
For years, I have been thinking of composting. I thought it would be great to turn things that we might normally put into the trash into rich soil for our garden. Of course the price of most composting bins even the simple ones can be quite high and my wife wasn't to keen about getting into it anyways... Here are a few reasons to compost: · Food and yard waste can be put into the composter, rather than going to the landfill in a plastic bag. · Soil tha... submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on Aug 4 2011 under Landscaping & Gardening | Go Green | How To's
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