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How to Remove Powder Coat

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One of the main features of powder coating is its durability — in other words, once applied, it doesn’t come off easily. For situations when you need to remove powder coating, you have several options. Learn about how powder coating works and different removal methods. Then, check out my step-by-step guide to removing powder coating …

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How to Join Two Pieces of Wood

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Joining two pieces of wood is the most basic of woodworking tasks. There are many ways to join wood together to make corners or wider boards. In this article, learn about different ways to make wood joints out of two pieces of wood.  How to Join Two Pieces of Wood to Make a Wider Board …

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How to Remove Oil Based Stain From Wood

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Whether you’ve botched a stain job or are simply refinishing an old piece, this article will give you all the info you need to remove oil based stain from wood. After describing and defining oil-based stain, I’ll tell you how to get past protective coatings to the stain underneath. Then, get step-by-step instructions for three …

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How to Install Overlay Cabinet Hinges

Overlay soft close hinges

This article will cover everything you need to know about overlay cabinet hinges. It includes an overview of the different terminology used to discuss overlay cabinets, as well as information about the different types of overlay cabinet doors and hinges. Finally, it details the steps required to install overlay cabinet hinges Different Parts of a …

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How to Install Drawer Slides On Face Frame Cabinets

Side mount drawer slides

Drawer slides allow drawers to move in and out of cabinets. They must be properly installed to function well and support the weight of your belongings. Proper installation depends on cabinet and drawer slide type. In this article, learn how to install drawer slides on face frame cabinets in three types. Face Frame vs Frameless …

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How to Stain Wood Furniture Darker

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When you want to darken the stain on the existing wood finish, one option is to completely refinish it. However, you can also darken the existing stain. In this article, you’ll learn how to prepare wood furniture to be darkened, four different methods for darkening stain on wood furniture, and how to choose between them.  …

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How to Use Denatured Alcohol to Remove Paint?

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Maybe you’ve spilled or splashed paint, or maybe you have a painted surface and want to change the color or finish. Denatured alcohol is a powerful solvent that can remove acrylic or latex paints. Learn all about this useful substance and how to use it to remove paint.  What Is Denatured Alcohol?  Denatured alcohol is …

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How to Make Wood Stain From Acrylic Paint

Acrylic paint on stained wood

Stains can be frustratingly limited when it comes to color choices. Typically, several different shades of brown are offered, with maybe one or two other colors such as gray and blue. If you want more colors to choose from, make your own wood stain using acrylic paint. This article covers two methods to choose: craft …

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How to Install Bottom Mount Drawer Slides

Opened white bottom mount drawer slides

Bottom mount drawer slides take up less space than traditional side-mount drawer slides, making them an attractive option to get as much drawer space as possible. They can be tricky to install, though, and no one wants a wobbly or ill-fitting drawer in their new cabinets. Read this article for foolproof instructions on installing bottom …

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How to Stain Kitchen Cabinets Without Sanding

Applying a polyurethane on a wooden cabinet

Tired, dingy, or dull kitchen cabinets need a refresh? Don’t have the time, space, or energy to spend hours sanding? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with some general tips and step-by-step instructions for three kitchen cabinet refinishing methods – no sanding required.  Staining Kitchen Cabinets Without Sanding Before getting into specifics, here are some …

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Wiping Stain vs Gel Stain

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Keep reading to learn all about wiping stain vs gel stain, when to use them, and the major differentiating factor between them.