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Fix It Tips

Learn easy shortcuts for ordinary household repairs and maintenance chores from handy homeowners and contractors so you'll save time, money and energy taking care of your home.
TipBand-Aid for copper water pipe
TipRoof felt paper
TipRemove gum from fabric
TipTuckpointing trick
TipScheduling roof work
TipAwning advisor
TipClean brass hardware recipe
TipLook for leaks in gutters and downspouts
TipHold mortar in a hawk board
TipPlan ahead for drainage system
TipRemove a stubborn tile
TipPet hair remover
TipA penny for your battery
TipMoving solo
TipMake your own gutter scoop
TipFoam insulation for tight spots
TipDishwasher quick fix
TipKeep scissors sharp
TipMake hangers slide
TipRepair for rotted wood
TipRemedy for stained Formica
TipTap out a stubborn hinge pin
TipKeep cash on hand
TipAmmonia to clean lawn furniture
TipCable cutoffs as twisted ties
TipTub door track cleanup
TipTub caulking advice
TipSpray paint storage
TipOrganize tool manuals
TipPliers made better
TipAnother way to apply weed killer
TipWobbly table leg solution
TipRemove sticky residue
TipSilicone tape to plug a leak
TipRemove water stain on table
TipScraps of screen stop insects
TipGentle cleaner for brass and copper
TipFurniture polish from the pantry
TipStop ants
TipRemove stains or film on glassware
TipEasy way to clean dryer vent
TipCar fixes
TipLeaky tent solution
TipUnclog a dishwasher spray arm
TipClean white grout
TipSharpen scissors
TipBaby oil on leather
TipLining a toolbox
TipToolbox organizer
TipRepair hole in vac hose
TipString holder
TipStuck drawer
TipHoley screens
TipTiny items storage
Tip5-gallon wine bucket
TipPrevent rust stains
TipMake a cable tie connector
TipBrighten dull wood
TipUnclog a vacuum hose
TipSharpen small needles, tweezers etc
TipStop pests with foam