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Steps for patching a hardwood floor: Materials 2 1/4-inch hardwood flooring Wood glue Flooring nails Tools

Jenn planted a variety of plants, including dwarf fountain grass, lady’s mantle, stonecrop, coneflower (echinacea), Blue Hill Salvia, Rose Marvel Salvia, and windflower. These can all be found at nurseries and home centers. The other tools and materials Jenn used to plant the foundation plantings, including the wheelbarrow, shovels, and mulch, can all be found at The Home Depot. Expert assistance with this project was provided by Nawada Landscape Design....

What do you cover plants with in the winter? You can cover your plants in burlap to allow moisture in but keep the harsh elements, like wind, out. Other options include adding 3-4 inches of leaves or a layer of mulch around your plant’s base; this will help moderate the soil’s temperature. If you have many plants to protect, consider buying an anti-desiccant spray (a wax that keeps the plant from losing its moisture)....

The good news is that it’s not difficult to restore stainless-steel surfaces to their former glory, especially if you have the right materials and products. Here’s how to get scratches out of stainless steel. Assess the Damage and Gather the Materials Are you dealing with light, minor scuffs or deeper, visible scratches? Depending on the condition your stainless steel is in, your approach will be different. What You Need for Small Scratches For less significant nicks and dings, all you need is a non-abrasive, stainless-steel scratch remover compound, which will work to fill in the fine lines and smooth out the surface....

Because sound is made up of energy (vibrations), if you absorb or block those vibrations, the sound will decrease. You can wear noise-canceling headphones all day, but that gets old—and you do want to be able to hear some things. If you have a dedicated room where you work, here are some soundproofing options that should help quell the noise. Soundproofing Doors If you have a hollow-core door, you could replace it with a solid door....

Building a simple partition wall—a stud wall that divides an interior space without bearing any load—is a perfect introduction to the basics of home construction. This project employs the same principles and components that are used in the construction of any frame house: 2x lumber spaced and nailed correctly, then set plumb. Think of it as Framing Carpentry 101. Even though all this work ends up buried behind drywall, shortcuts lead to trouble....

In this episode: Landscape designer Jenn Nawada takes an overgrown flower bed and transforms it into a beautiful garden. Jenn demonstrates how to clean up a garden by pruning, dividing, and defining the edges. Without spending too much extra money, Jenn shows you how to expand your garden while blending it in with an already established landscape. Home technology expert Ross Trethewey teaches how air filtration systems work and how to build a localized DIY air filter....

In this episode: In this special episode of Ask This Old House, Tom Silva and Mark McCullough tell you everything you need to know about fireplaces. Fireplaces make a statement about your style and your home and there’s nothing better than gathering around a fire. If they are not built and maintained correctly, fireplaces can be dangerous. To make sure yours is safe, start with a inspection from a reputable company....

In this episode: Carpenter Nathan Gilbert takes us through his journey from child to carpenter to cast member on the Ask This Old House team. Nathan explains who his biggest influences were, and how he first gained experience in the trade. As a proud military veteran, Nathan explains his call to duty, how he spent his time in the US Navy, and the doors that experience opened for him. He even goes on to explain how general contractor Tom Silva took him under his wing through the This Old House Next Generation program....

In this episode: This project has seen many renovations in the last 130 years. As the demolition team peels back layers, Charlie Silva uncovers some shortcuts used by previous builders, like no footing found under the existing foundation. Kevin O’Connor finds Charlie working with the excavator to correct foundation issues which entails adding new footings to support the existing foundation. A new basement will be added underneath the family room, which the homeowners’ request to be 14” lower than the existing basement....

Top 5 Dinnerware Sets Most Unique: Pfaltzgraff Trellis 16-Piece Dinnerware Set Key Features Made from stoneware Set for four people Four 11-inch dinner plates Four eight-inch salad plates Four six-inch cereal bowls Four 14-ounce mugs What Customers Are Saying Most reviewers said that the plates were easy to clean and of good value considering the price. However, disappointed customers said that the dishes started to show scratches after a few months of use....

Top 5 Hangers These non-slip velvet hangers are offered in a variety of colors, quantities, and styles, allowing you to find the perfect pack to hang all of your articles of clothing. Plus, their slim design prevents them from taking up extra space in your closet. Key Features 50 hangers Made of velvet 17.4 by 0.2 by 9.2 inches each Available in other colors, quantities, and styles What Customers Are Saying Best Rotating Hook: Utopia Home Velvet Hangers These lightweight and durable hangers have a non-slip velvet coating around them to safely hold your clothes....