How to Remove Nasty Old Caulk
Today I’m excited to share some good ol’ DIY wisdom with you. If you’re dealing with old or moldy caulk in your home, don’t worry …
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How to Remove Grout Haze Quickly & Easily
Anyone doing DIY tile gets grout haze from time to time. Today I’m going to share a little secret that will easily remove the haze …
Transform a Spare Room into a Home Theater Cinema Experience
Hello friends, this article will explore turning a room into a home theater. Many of you may have a spare room in your home that …
How to Apply Vinyl Mailbox Decals
Whether you are selling your home or settling into a new house for many years to come, curb appeal matters. Your mailbox- and any mailbox …
How to Hang a Ceiling Light without Wiring
Many older homes feature rooms with no wiring for an overhead light. In this post, I demonstrate a simple method to add a ceiling light …
How to Splice an Extension Cord to a Light Fixture
One of my most-read posts – and the post that really got me taking my blog more seriously- is my tutorial on how to …
How to Make Cheap Storage Shelves with Ultra-High Storage Capacity
These cheap storage shelves are fast and easy to make. They store a ton of stuff in a small footprint and, best of all, they’re …
Easy Method: How to Paint an Antique Silver Finish
While it’s easy to paint a bright polished silver finish on a frame or other item using the incredible metallic finish spray-paint on the market …
Oxidized Copper Patina Faux Finish Technique
With this method, it’s easy to paint a faux antique copper finish on any surface that can be spraypainted. Using this painting technique, you can …
DIY: How to Make Homemade Wood Stain Art with Vinegar to Make Cheap Wood Look Rustic
Making DIY vinegar-based wood stain art is cheap, fast, and effective. In this post, I’ll show you: Keep reading for a recipe for homemade vinegar-based …
How to Make Homemade Cutting Boards for Kitchen Display
After my recent kitchen remodel, I needed a way to add visual interest to my countertops that was: A. pretty, B. functional, and C. affordable …
How to Clean Air Vent Covers & Paint Old Heat Registers
The air vents in the house from which Hawk-Hill.com takes its namesake were crusted, dirty, and rusty. To restore the air vent covers, I cleaned …
13 Ways to Get Rid of a Bad Smell in a House
A persistent bad smell in a house can be frustrating, and getting rid of odors can be a challenge. In this article you’ll learn: Keep …
DIY Reclaimed Wood Shelves | Homemade Kitchen Open Shelving
St. Louis is a city filled with historic neighborhoods. While I’ve grown used to cities and towns where the historic district bridges a few blocks …
How to Deep Clean Outlets & Light Switches
In this quick guide, I’ll show you how to clean outlets and light switches quickly and safely. With this method, you can clean deep into …
How to Restore a Vintage MCM Desk Chair
Vintage midcentury modern furniture is hot – really hot. But one challenge of bringing authentic vintage MCM furniture into your home is the grime of …
How to Add Beadboard to Ikea Furniture Bookcases & Wardrobes for a Custom Look
IKEA furniture can be, well, plain. Every time I see IKEA furniture in a IKEA catalog I think to myself how classy it looks, but …