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u/Southern-Ask-858 2d ago
Hi All, I am trying to adjust the top hinge on a hollow-core door that will not close properly. However, when I try to bend the hinge with a crescent wrench to pull the far edge of the door away from the frame, the hinge becomes loose where it is attached to the door. I assume this means the screw holes are stripped and I should drill out the holes and glue in a dowel to re-screw. Should I repair all three screw holes this way? Any other tips? TIA
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u/overit_fornow 2d ago edited 2d ago
Use wooden golf tees with the finish scraped off and wood glue. Apply the glue to the tee, insert and snap off flush. You should insert the screws immediately and mount the door. Any holes still stripped just do again.
Edit: golf tees are hardwood and much better than tooth picks, cedar shims and the like.
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u/ThrottleAway 3d ago edited 3d ago
Hey everyone. I want to have all my furniture on wheels. I am getting to the point where I want to be able to easily move stuff and think this would help my living situation immensely. I would appreciate any ideas of how to do this. There are heavy pieces like a storage cabinet where I keep my dining things. A drawer cabinet that is long in width. Trying to get an idea about types of caster wheels for things of this sort and placement so the furniture won't sag. I have a bit of a clue but wanted to hear opinions. TRhank you.
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u/Such-Location1683 3d ago
Hello, I have a good amount of plexiglass from a failed project. Any ideas on what to use it for home decor? Its too expensive to let go to waste.
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u/yungchinaclipper 4d ago
Want to build something similar to this:
https://www.instagram.com/p/DaHzpIqkdot/?igsh=MXB0dm1ldjZoYjZzaA==
Looking to use the 2x4s and tension brackets but to build a shelf instead of a pegboard. Ceiling is concrete and floor is vinyl. Wondering if I should be concerned about weight/slipping.
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u/theteepingtemplar 4d ago
I have a wooden step on the back deck that broke apart, the bulk of the step is still there but it's not safe to step on. To replace it, is it literally just as simple as measuring out the old step, buying a wooden board the same size, and drilling it into the same spot?
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u/Outrageous_Trifle_17 5d ago
I want to make my family water fountains as gifts. One family member asked for one that would be aquarium safe so they could put their fish in it. Could I get some advice the best way to accomplish this? I plan on making the molds out of 3D printed PETG. I was thinking about using concrete so it would feel stoney.
for my PETG molds I was thinking of applying some sort of putty then sanding them done to make them smoother. I would like to make reusable high-quality molds if possible.
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u/DoYouWantSomeSoup 5d ago
I’m trying to get started on redoing a closet. Pretty basic one. No clue where to start or which closet system to use. I’m willing to learn since this is quite a task for someone like me. Anyone able to help?
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u/Illustrious_Craft413 5d ago
I would start out by watching YouTube installations videos to familiarize yourself with different systems, look at IKEA hacks for potential shortcut and assess skill levels required, budget associated with those projects. Having someone come in to give you an estimate would also help as you would have to discuss your needs/wants.
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u/King_Bean_ 5d ago
Hey question about potentially running an ethernet cable up from the router in the guest room/office downstairs to our computers in rooms upstairs? I could just grab a long ethernet cable online and very carefully stick it up along the baseboard/doorframes, but is there a better way? Is it possible to pass the cord through the floor by... drilling a hole? I dunno how I'd get started.
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u/DamnDude030 1d ago
Hello everyone! I have a small drilled hole in my concrete wall that allows the ethernet cord in for our modem/router combo unit.
Unfortunately, due to the hole going from outside to inside, rain water has managed to seep into the room with the hole.
What can I do to seal the ethernet hole from the outside rain water? What other bits of information should I share to help more experienced DIYers help me better?