Home Improvement

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Door Latch Won’t Retract? Here’s How to Fix It Quickly

A door latch that won’t retract can prevent you from closing your door correctly and compromise your security and privacy. I often come across this issue, so I know exactly how frustrating it can be. Fortunately, in most cases, there’s a pretty simple fix to the problem. There are several possible reasons why your door ...
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Door Latch Not Extending Fully: How to Fix It Like a Pro

Are you having trouble locking your door? Is the latch not extending fully? This is a common problem that various things, such as misalignment, wear and tear, dirt, or damage can cause. In this article, I’ll show you how to fix a door latch that refuses to extend fully so you can restore the functionality ...
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How to Quickly Open a Jammed Door (Step-by-Step)

Few things can be as frustrating as a stubborn, jammed door that refuses to open no matter how hard you pull or push. Whether it’s due to humidity, warping, a faulty lock, or a broken hinge, a jammed door is a really annoying problem that you need to solve quickly.  If you can’t get your ...
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Best Front Door Material: Choose the Perfect Entryway

When selecting a front door, the choice of materials plays a crucial role in overall performance and longevity. With a variety of options available, such as wooden, steel, fiberglass, and glass doors, it’s essential to understand the pros and cons of each to make an informed decision. In this article, we’ll explore the top front ...
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12 Best Front Door Colors For Dark Gray Houses

If you’re looking for the best colors for your front door that go well with a dark gray house, you’re in the right place. In this article, I’ll show you all the trending tints, shades, and tones that look fantastic with a dark gray exterior. 1. Turquoise Green Turquoise green is a welcoming color that ...
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11 Simple Ways to Cut Wire Without a Wire Cutter (Illustrated)

There are many situations where you need to cut some wire but simply don’t have the right tool at hand. So what can you do? Is it possible to do the job without a wire cutter? And without too much hassle? The short answer is a definitive yes. I took my time, and I tried ...
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How to Check Moisture Content of Wood With and Without a Meter

No matter what purpose you want to use wood for, you can save yourself a lot of time and annoyance (and probably money), if you use it in a properly dry condition. Wood is a hygroscopic material which means its weight, volume, and size dynamically change according to the relative humidity of the environment. This ...
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How Many Watts Does a Refrigerator Use? 2967 Models Compared

No one likes to waste energy. Not just because it’s expensive, but also because it’s bad for the environment. The easiest way to reduce your energy consumption is to buy and use energy-efficient appliances. As a refrigerator is one of the biggest electricity users in most homes, choosing an eco-friendly model can help you save a ...
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How Many Watts Does a TV Use? 357 Models Compared [With Charts]

As energy prices are predicted to keep rising over time, it’s a good idea to keep your energy consumption as low as possible. One easy way to do that is to use devices that need less power to operate. Unfortunately, TVs are among the home appliances that consume the most electricity. The good news is ...
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What Size Refrigerator Do I Need? A Visual Guide (with Charts & Calculators)

Choosing the right size refrigerator is key because you’re likely to use it on a daily basis for a long period of time. Unfortunately, picking the wrong size refrigerator is not uncommon at all and you can’t really do much about it once you have it in your kitchen. This is why it’s so important ...