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How to Design a Fireplace
When designing a fireplace, it's important to consider where you want the fireplace to go, along with what style you're looking for. Design the perfect fireplace with tips from a fireplace and...
Cleaning Fireplace Glass
An easy way to clean fireplace glass is to use some water, vinegar and paper towels. Clean your fireplace glass with tips from a fireplace and grills store owner in this free video on fireplace...
How to Light Pre-Made Fireplace Logs
To light pre-made fireplace logs, you need to locate your valve, diesel ignition button, control valve as well as your high low valve for your burner. Discover how to light pre-made fireplace logs...
How to Replace Logs in a Ventless Fireplace
To replace logs in a ventless fireplace, the only tool you should need is a crescent wrench to remove the set of vent free logs. Remove the gas logs from your fireplace with help from a fireplace...
Fireplace Tools
There are four fireplace tools you're going to need, a shovel, a broom, a poker and a pair of tongs to move logs if you need to reposition those in the fire. Make sure you have all the necessary...
How to Stack and Store Firewood
To stack and store firewood, it's best to use a log holder or log carrying device. Keep your firewood dry and ready to use with tips from a fireplace and grills store owner in this free video on...
How to Update a Fireplace
Updating a fireplace is fairly simple and will make it safer to use as well. Keep your fireplace updated and safe with tips from a fireplace and grills store owner in this free video on fireplace...
How to Clean a Brick Above a Fireplace
The brick above a fireplace will occasionally have smoke that's going to billow out of the opening when you open your fireplace door. Discover how to clean the brick above your fireplace with...
Cleaning a Fireplace
When cleaning a fireplace, you'll actually need to turn your logs on to get them hot enough before spraying your soot remover on them. Learn to properly clean your fireplace with instruction from...
Cleaning Soot Off of Fireplace Bricks
When cleaning soot off of fireplace bricks, you'll need a shovel, a small broom and some type of non-combustible pail. Clean the soot off your fireplace bricks with tips from a fireplace and...
How to Build a Fire in a Fireplace
To build a fire in a fireplace, you'll need some nice, dry, seasoned firewood to start with. Get a fire going in your fireplace with tips from a fireplace and grills store owner in this free video...
How to Fertilize Blueberry Bushes Organically
Organic fertilizers are best for blueberry bushes, as they stay in the ground longer when sprinkled directly over the root line. Feed a blueberry bush every few months using an acidic organic...
How to Prune a Blueberry Bush
Pruning a blueberry bush regularly will encourage it to stay bushy, resulting in more fruit during growing season. Use sharp, clean pruning shears to trim back stray branches with help from a...
How to Transplant a Blueberry Bush
To transplant a blueberry bush from a pot to the ground, dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, place the new plant into the hole, and fill in the hole with a peat moss and soil mixture....
How to Propagate a Blueberry Bush
Propagating a blueberry bush involves taking a cutting from the top of the plant's apex, applying some root hormone to the exposed cut and planting it in a peat moss and perlite mixture. Encourage...
How to Plant Blueberries in Pots
Blueberry bushes can thrive in pots if the right potting soil and fertilizer is used. Plant a blueberry bush in a large pot of well-draining soil with help from a professional landscape designer...
How to Create Mulch from Leaves
Shredding leaves to create nutrient-rich mulch can be easily done by filling a trashcan one-third of the way with raked leaves and using a string trimmer to chop them up. Create airy mulch from...
How to Make a Worm Bin
A worm bin is a great way to create healthy compost in a small space, as it only involves using a plastic bin, moist newspaper and kitchen waste. Build a welcoming environment for composting worms...
How to Choose a Poinsettia
Picking out a healthy poinsettia plant for the holidays requires looking for brightly colored leaves, closed center buds and lots of foliage. Choose a poinsettia plant that will last through the...
How to Do a Seed Germination Test
A seed germination test can be helpful in determining which seeds are worth planting. Check a batch of seeds for germination with advice from an organic gardener in this free video on growing from...
How to Re-Pot a Root-Bound Plant
Re-potting a root-bound plant is crucial to encourage healthy growth and nutrient absorption. Transplant a root-bound plant into a slightly bigger pot with a demonstration from an organic gardener...
How to Clean Paint Rollers
Cleaning paint rollers properly is crucial to keeping them from being damaged and malfunctioning. Clean your paint rollers correctly with tips from a freelance designer in this free video on...
How to Choose Interior Paints
When choosing interior paints, it's important to keep in mind the different sheens and bases of the paints. Choose the right interior paint for your walls with help from a freelance designer in...
How to Paint Interior Wood Trim
When painting interior wood trim, first you'll want to reduce your paint to get a consistency you are comfortable with. Paint your interior wood trim with help from a freelance designer in this...
How to Scrape Paint Off an Interior Wall
To scrape paint off an interior wall, you're going to need a scraper and a drop cloth. Safely scrape the paint off your interior walls with advice from a freelance designer in this free video on...
How to Touch Up Interior Paint
When touching up interior paint, make sure you get an exact match made from your local paint store. Touch up your interior paint with tips from a freelance designer in this free video on interior...
What Type of Paint to Use on Interior Trim
When choosing what type of paint to use on interior trim, it's important to keep in mind the different grades of sheen. Determine the right type of paint for your trim with advice from a freelance...
How to Use Painting Tools
Using painting tools properly is important because it will make them last much longer if they aren't misused. Learn how to use painting tools with help from a freelance designer in this free video...
How to Remove Paint From a Wall
Removing paint from a wall can be done with either a heat gun or with a scraper and chemical remover. Safely remove paint from your walls with guidance from a freelance designer in this free video...
How to Sand Walls Before Painting
Sanding walls before painting is important so that the paint will be able to stick to the walls. Learn how to best sand your walls before painting with tips from a freelance designer in this free...
How to Choose an Accent Wall Color for Interior Painting
Choosing the right accent wall color for interior rooms can really bring out the walls and make a more comfortable environment to live in. Determine the right accent wall color for your room with...
How to Reduce the Gloss of Interior Wall Paint
Reducing the gloss of interior wall paint can be a hassle, but there are a few different methods that you can try. Discover the best way for you to reduce the gloss of interior wall paint with...
Easy Interior Painting Techniques
There are several techniques to make painting your interiors easy, starting with laying a drop cloth on the floor to protect against spilled paint. Discover these easy interior painting techniques...
How to Mix Paint & Reducer
Mixing paint and reducer can help make the brush flow better on the wall when painting. Mix your paint and reducer correctly with help from a freelance designer in this free video on interior...
Using Spray Starch to Iron
Learn how to use spray starch for ironing clothes in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
Using Liquid Starch to Iron
Learn how to use liquid starch for ironing clothes in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
How to Iron the Outer Leg of Pants
Learn how to iron the outer leg of your pants in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
How to Iron the Inner Leg of Pants
Learn how to iron the inner leg of your pants in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
How to Iron the Waist of Pants
Learn how to iron the waist of your pants in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
How to Iron Pants
Learn ironing tips for pants in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
How to Sort Clothes for Washing
Learn how to sort your clothes for washing in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
Tips for Washing White Clothing
Learn tips on washing and bleaching whites in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
Tips for Hand Washing Sweaters
Learn how to hand wash wool sweaters in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
Washing Clothes With Fabric Softener
Learn how to use fabric softener for washing clothes in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
Testing Detergent for Washing Clothes
Learn how to test a detergent before washing your clothes in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
Clothing Care Tips
Get an introduction to basic clothes washing for maintaining your wardrobe in this free clothing and fabric care video from our professional wardrobe expert.
Folding Up a Table Saw
Learn how to fold up a portable table saw from a professional contractor in this free video clip on home repair tools and accessories.
Breaking Down Table Saw Accessories
Learn about breaking down the portable table saw accessories from a professional contractor in this free video clip on home repair tools and accessories.
Forty-Five Degree Cut on a Table Saw
Learn about making a forty-five degree cut with a portable table saw from a professional contractor in this free video clip on home repair tools and accessories.
Ninety Degree Cut on a Table Saw
Learn about making a 90 degree cut with a portable table saw from a professional contractor in this free video clip on home repair tools and accessories.