Church pulpits and lecterns can cost anywhere from several hundred to several thousand dollars. But you can build your own very attractive pulpit with simple woodworking tools and building materials from your local hardware store. By using off-the-shelf millwork pieces, you can give your pulpit the look of finely crafted wood even if you don't have carpentry skills yourself. This design features an easy-to-make cross on the front, but you can easily adapt it for other faiths as well.

A digital multimeter is a great tool to determine whether there is a short in a given electrical system. It is also possible to use one multimeter to check another multimeter for a short. Digital multimeters can be used to check for a short in a circuit in other digital multimeters. If your multimeter does not power on or is giving incorrect readings, you can check for a short circuit using a second multimeter to check the continuity or the resistance of the circuit.

Concrete slabs provide strong surfaces that withstand years of wear and tear with little maintenance. If you appreciate the functionality but want to add style to an existing concrete slab, you can stamp new concrete overlay over the surface. Stamped concrete with a chevron pattern. With some supplies and a full day of dedicated labor, you can transform an otherwise plain surface. Concrete stamps are designed to resemble cobblestone, brickwork, pebbles and other natural stones and designs.

Burlap is a type of jute fabric that is used for multiple purposes, such as bags, crafts, mats, curtains and even clothing. Burlap is a popular fabric choice because it is durable and inexpensive. If you have burlap fabric that acquires a foul odor, you must take care in treating the fabric. Washing some burlap fabrics in a washing machine can distort them severely. With a little work and some gentle cleaning products, you should be able to rid your burlap of any unpleasant smells.

Bending wood beams is a fascinating process that works by saturating the wood with enough water so that it bends rather than breaks. This works best with thinner pieces of wood, but even thick beams can bend slightly with enough water saturation. Wood beams can be bent into unique shapes. Things You Will Need + PVP pipe large enough to fit the beam inside Large clamps Medium density fiberboard Cork Glue Beams Electric saw Pencil Hot plate Container to hold hot water Hose Tea kettle 2 PVP end caps Drill Duct tape Thick gloves This project can be dangerous, so take all safety precautions possible such as eye and hand protection.

Perhaps you fell asleep while doing your homework, and when you woke up, your marker was leaking all over your history book. Or perhaps your pen broke open in your bag, leaking all over the new novel you just got at the book sale. Whatever the cause, ink on a book cover is a disappointing sight to see. Things You Will Need + Paper towels Lighter fluid Hairspray Sponge Soap With a little care and a solvent you may already have in your home, you can remove ink, even from the fabric cover of a book.

Household propane refrigerators are a favored option for people trying to limit their electrical consumption, because they run without it. A propane refrigerator paradoxically uses the heat of the burning propane to create a cool environment inside it. This is possible because the heat initiates a cyclic process of evaporation and condensation of a gas inside the grid in the back of the appliance. The only connection you have to make is the one between the refrigerator and a source of propane.

Old houses can be a hassle to maintain. And lead sewer lines can be one of these repair headaches if old toilets have to be replaced. Converting the end of the lead line to fit a standard toilet flange isn't an impossible task though, and a little ingenuity can take care of the issue without requiring you to replace all the lines in your home. Working with lead sewer pipes is a fairly simple process.

A copper-to-brass threaded fitting has either a male or female threaded end, and the other has an inlet for a copper pipe. The fittings come in various sizes to accommodate different diameter copper pipes. The copper pipe is joined to the brass fitting with melted solder. As brass has a greater density than copper, it takes longer to heat up to the point where the solder will melt. After soldering, the threaded end of the fitting is screwed to the appliance.

Building a stone bench on your property can add beauty, comfort and lasting value to your outdoor space. Because of the weight of the stones and the time required to cut and mortar them, this is a physically demanding project that is best undertaken with assistance. Once completed, your bench will be an attractive and sturdy addition that is certain to be a focal point for future entertaining. Allow yourself a minimum of three full days to complete this project after assembling your materials and preparing your work site.