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Tame Your Cable Ties
Keep ties organized and easy to pull out when you need one.
PVC Cap for Caulk
Use a scrap of PVC trim to form a tight seal on tubes of caulk or sealant.
Straighten Plywood Panels
Use a temporary screw to pull warped panels into position when building cabinet boxes.
How to Choose a Building Site
From the city center to the most rural neighborhoods, choosing the right site can have a great impact on your budget, and what you can build.
Strong Connections With Loose Tenons
Make sturdy doors and frame-and-panels of any size with tools you already have.
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Sharper Shovels
Use a flap disc on a grinder to create a sharp edge that will slice through soil.
Keep Self-Leveler in Place
When there are gaps in a soon-to-be-tiled subfloor, a self-adhered membrane applied on top will keep self-leveler from pouring through the cracks.
Straighter, Stronger Shelves
Add a rabbet to shelf nosing to keep plywood shelves rigid and free from curves.
Storage-Bin Solution
Organize your tools and hardware on the wall by hanging unused bins on this variation on a French cleat.

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