Ethan Allen has created some timeless pieces of furniture, but just because it's timeless doesn't mean it's impervious to wear and tear. If you have a maple Ethan Allen dresser that has seen better days, know that refinishing it is a time-consuming, but rewarding process. Stained Wood The less ornate the woodwork, the easier the process. Choose a darker or lighter stain if you want to change things up, or paint it instead of staining it.

When faced with the task of cleaning and restoring log homes, property owners often consider sanding the logs to remove stains and restore the beauty of older wood. While hand sanding or sanding with a mechanical sander can renew the finish, proceed with extreme caution as sanding can damage the logs. Things You Will Need + Scrub brush Household bleach Bio-degradable soap Pressure washer Extension ladder or scaffolding Many fine old log structures have been severely damaged by excessive sanding or other failed do-it-yourself methods.

Skirting a mobile home can result in lower utility bills. It helps eliminate drafts and prevents frozen pipes. You can create a beautiful oak skirting look, or paint it to match the home's exterior. Make your mobile home more energy efficient and keep out animal pests by making your own mobile home skirt. Mobile homes lacking underpinning may result in higher energy bills. Set aside a full day for the job.

The great thing about DIY porch kits is that the kits contain just about everything you need to build the enclosure in a neat package. Depending on the kit you select, you may be required to purchase some lumber and do some fine-tuning to prepare the porch. This porch is a perfect candidate for a DIY project. Purchase a kit that is designed to fit the configurations of your porch or can be adjusted accordingly.

Removing stains from upholstered chairs can be difficult, as it is not as simple as throwing the item in the washing machine. Instead, you must work the damaged area by hand to absorb and remove the stain. While retail stain removal products are available, these can be expensive and many times contain harsh ingredients harmful to ourselves and our families. Instead, consider using inexpensive, natural ingredients that are most likely already in the home.

Cutting with a power miter saw makes mitering moldings and other pieces simple, and laminate floor scotia, or base shoe, is no exception. The key to successful miters is accurate measurements followed by correct placement on the saw. In most cases, the end cuts of scotia will be 45-degree miters. A power miter makes quick work of flooring scotia. Two 45-degree ends equal 90 degrees, which is the angle of every square corner.

A faulty or broken hinge on your Maytag dishwasher means that the door won't open and shut properly. This allows for water to leak from the front of the dishwasher, which renders the whole unit useless. Before you call a technician you may want to take a look at the door hinges yourself. There are quick ways to troubleshoot and fix the hinge or hinge spring. A dishwasher with working hinges.

You have a room that needs something simple and elegant hanging across the window. Decorating a window with a sheer panel or lightweight curtain and a valance can finish a room with a light and airy touch. Curtain with a Faux Balloon Valance Valances come in a variety of widths and styles, including boxed pleats, faux balloon, traditional swag or scalloped edge treatment. Even though they might look otherwise, many valances are actually made to be hung using a simple curtain rod.

When you are deciding on changing your floor, one of the changes made is to add carpeting. If you do not wish to remove your current floor, it is possible to simply put carpet over the previous floor. To do this, depending on the surface, it can be similar to starting on a new floor. Certain floor surfaces will require more work, but the general tools are the same.

Dyson, the vacuum company that revolutionized the industry with its bagless cyclone technology, has added handheld vacuums to its product line. Handheld Dyson vacuums, like the DC16, the DC31 and DC35, give you the suction and convenience of a Dyson without having to worry about cables. The handheld vacuums are powered with 1500mAh lithium ion batteries you can recharge by simply storing the vacuum on its stand and plugging the stand to the wall.