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How to Repair a Coleman Crawdad Plastic Boat

When a crack or hole develops in your Coleman crawdad plastic boat, it will turn the boat un-seaworthy. Not repairing the damage in a timely manner can cause the crack or hole to become larger, leaving you with a bigger problem. Hitting a rock or other debris in the water can damage the plastic boat. Things You Will Need + Liquid dish soap Cloth Scissors Wire mesh KC welder Filler rod Using a path kit that contains glues is only a temporary fix that will not withstand several uses.

How to Install a Chair Rail on Rounded Corners

You can make a 90-degree angle in trim molding by cutting two 45-degree angles and placing them together, but approximating a curve requires a large number of small, angled pieces. Flexible trim molding is made of a polyester blend designed to bend around curves. This molding is more expensive than wood molding, but it produces a much more attractive result on a rounded corner. Polyester-blend molding is available in the same shapes and sizes as standard trim molding.

How to Paint Synthetic Stucco

Synthetic stucco, or EIFS (exterior insulation finish systems), is a composite siding made up of layers of fiberglass mesh, foam insulating board and a final layer of synthetic stucco. Although the final layer is colored, it can still fade over time. The USDA Forest Service recommends that their synthetic stucco buildings be painted every five to seven years. Synthetic stucco has come under fire for causing water retention problems, where moisture wicks through the layers and becomes trapped, causing wood and drywall to rot.

How to Clean a Blackened Or Burnt Coffee Pot

A sparkling clean coffee pot produces robust coffee filled with flavor. Maintaining that coffee pot, especially after it has burned-on coffee stains, may be difficult. Regular cleaning will prevent the buildup of coffee stains, but removing the mess from a burned-on pot requires a little more. Clean a Blackened Or Burnt Coffee Pot Things You Will Need + Ice cubes Baking soda Salt Dish detergent Water Pour 1/8 cup of salt in the coffee pot.

How to Decorate a Nightclub

Decorating is an important aspect of any nightclub, since the club's appearance will define the perception and experience of guests. The decor needs to be a cohesive fit for the style of nightclub that you operate or plan to operate. Top considerations include furniture, lighting and artwork. When setting out to decorate a nightclub, it is important to plan the decor out and consider how each piece you add will contribute to the overall vision for the space.

How to Install Shrink Film on Windows With Blinds

Window blinds attractively provide privacy, shade a home from harsh sunlight and help repel cold winter winds. However, in the harshest winter conditions, blinds aren’t always enough to keep the warm air in and the cold air out. Clean your blinds and window before installing shrink film. This presents a dilemma for homeowners who want to insulate their windows while keeping their blinds intact. There is a solution to allow you the comfort and energy-saving benefits of shrink plastic wrap without removing your blinds.

How to Repair a Metal Gate

All gates eventually sag or develop other problems. A metal gate shares come common problems with other gates, yet it also has its own set of problems. Two common problems that are easy to resolve are a sagging gate and a broken gate hinge. Learn how to fix a sagging metal gate. Other problems, such as broken wires or cross braces, may take more effort to repair. If you’re a do-it-yourselfer, you can repair most metal gates with a few tools, some supplies and a bit of effort.

How to Stake Gladiolus | HomeSteady

Gladioli may blow over in strong winds due to their height, which ranges from 2 to 5 feet, according to the North Dakota State University Extension. Additionally, their weight can cause them to lean or break as they mature. The height and weight of gladiolus spikes necessitate staking them. Staking your gladiolus plants provides a way to ensure that they grow tall and straight. The length of the stakes depends on the anticipated growth of your gladiolus plants.

How to Clean PVC Furniture

Cleaning PVC furniture can be challenging at times. Baked on sun screen, dirt mixed in with dried rain and food can really be hard to get off. PVC tends to slowly turn black as time goes on, even if you wipe it down all the time. Mildew stains the PVC when it's left outside in the rain and sun. Clean PVC Furniture Things You Will Need + Garden hose Dish soap Bleach Scouring sponge Bucket Rubber gloves Mr.

How to Spray Bug Pests With Lemon Juice

Sooner or later, most of us will experience the problem of bug pests in and around our homes. Ants, spiders and mosquitoes making themselves comfortable doesn't usually make us very comfortable, but using powerful insecticides may not make you very comfortable either. Fortunately, most common pests have a natural distaste for citrus and store-bought lemon juice can be used in a mixture to keep bugs where they belong: outside.