more permanent repair, carefully separate the part from the frame. If both ends are loose, remove the entire piece. For very stubborn joints, twist the part slightly to break the glue bond; if necessary, use self-locking pliers. Pad the part to prevent damage to the wood from the plie...
Improved side sill or rocker panel trim part and methods of molding same are provided. In the methods, a substantially C like cross-sectional shaped mold cavity is provided having a pair of terminal cavity portions therein. A living hinge-forming cavity space is provided between a midpoint of...
Step 1: Sand and clean the wood surface in need of repair. Start by preparing the damaged surface. First, remove any loose chunks of wood or flaking paint. Next,sandany rough edges in or immediately adjacent to the damaged area you wish to repair. Finally, clear away all lingering dust ...
As we mentioned, washing machines are complex, but there are some simple steps you can take to diagnose common washer problems. Is the washer receiving power? The first line of defense for any electrical repair is the sincere hope that it's as simple as a loose plug, damaged cord or malf...
While 2-¼”-wide trim is the most common, you can often find widths up to 3-½ inches at a home store. Anything wider must typically be custom ordered. Summary In our opinion, the three methods we have given you are the best ways to fix a damaged door frame. It is important ...
Form it: With everything set up, heat your plastic until it droops, then quickly move it to the vacuum section. The vacuum sucks the plastic down, molding it over your shape. Video Tutorial This tutorial will show you how to do it, step by step. You can also refer to our written ...
In a home where there were heavy smokers I've found it necessary to first clean all interior surfaces: ceilings, walls, cabinets, trim, etc., and then I might have to paint ceilings and walls, possibly trim, with an odor-sealing paint such as types used after fires in buildings. See...
1. Clean and Repair the Molding Cleaning and repairing often take longer than expected, especially if you have to wait a few hours for the repairs and caulk to dry before you can paint them. Keep that in mind when scheduling the project. ...
Decide if you want to add trim At this point your shelves are functionally done. If all you want is some utilitarian shelves that hold stuff, you can stop right here. But I always like to add some trim to the front of my shelves to give them that custom built-in look. The wood for...
There are several ways to fill the gap between your baseboard and floor, and the method you choose will depend on the size and location of the gap. Some of the most popular methods include using caulk, flexible trim strips, or adding shoe molding. With a little bit of know-how and some...