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How to Caulk Around a Toilet

Remove any old caulk., Clean the base of the toilet., Apply masking tape to the floor., Choose the right caulk., Insert...

11 steps 5 min Advanced
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How to Calibrate a Torque Wrench

Mark the back of the wrench at the center of the drive of the wrench., Measure from that mark to where you would...

12 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Use a Power Miter Saw

Select the type and size miter saw you will need., Decide how much muscle your miter saw will need., Purchase, rent, or...

12 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to Change a UPVC Door Lock

Identify the kind of lock you have., Unlock and open your door., Measure your lock., Remove the retaining screw...

9 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Change a Deadbolt Lock

Remove the screws of the deadbolt., Pull out the interior faceplate., Remove the exterior faceplate., Unscrew the set...

15 steps 5 min Advanced
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How to Change a Mortise Lock Cylinder

Open door partially to reveal the mortise lock cover plate at the edge of the door., Note the position of the keyway as...

9 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Change a Lock

Determine which brand of lock you have., Measure the size of your doorknob., Remove the interior knob, if possible...

21 steps 6 min Advanced
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How to Change Door Locks

Check on the door latch to find out the brand of lock you have., Measure the lock from the latch of the door to the...

17 steps 5 min Advanced
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How to Fix a Sticky Lock

Buy a can of WD-40., Attach the applicator straw to the nozzle of the can., Insert the straw into the opening of the...

5 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Install a Sliding Bolt

Gather all the Things You'll Need., Choose a height for your sliding bolt., Align the main body of the bolt with your...

12 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Glue Acrylic

Find an appropriate work space., Take the appropriate safety precautions., Select your work surface., Examine the edges...

10 steps 5 min Medium
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How to Glue Glass

Select a glue., Clean both pieces with soap and water., Apply glue along one of the broken edges., Press the two pieces...

6 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Open a Rusty Bolt

Obtain some fizzy drink., Pour the fizzy drink over the bolt. , Wipe it clean with kitchen towel. , Unscrew the bolt...

5 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Lock Wire Drilled Head Bolts

Decide the length., Cut the length., Take the safety wire, thread one end of the safety wire through one of the holes...

18 steps 1 min Advanced
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How to Lubricate Door Hinges

Purchase suitable lubricant., Find the hinge pin., Remove the hinge pin., Clean, and Apply lubricant., Reassemble the...

7 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Remove a Broken Bolt

Center punch the broken bolt as close to the center as possible., Drill a pilot hole into the center of the broken bolt...

5 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Open a Lock

Recognize combination locks., Find the combination., Turn the dial clockwise 3 times., Turn the dial clockwise to your...

9 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Remove a Door Hinge Pin

Make sure you've got the right tools., Lodge a book underneath the door for support., Force the pin up from the door...

5 steps 3 min Medium

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