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Patching Drywall: 10 Tips & Techniques
Seal Exposed Drywall Paper Before Patching - When you peel off old adhesive or self-sticking picture hangers, you often tear off the top layer of drywall paper, leaving fuzzy brown paper exposed. If you try to patch over this without sealing it first, the water in the patching material will cause the paper to bubble and create an even bigger problem. The key to patching torn drywall paper is to seal it first with an oil- or shellac-based sealer (KILZ Origi
Low-Maintenance Front Yard Shrubs for Spring Landscaping
Beautify your spring landscaping effortlessly with our guide to low-maintenance shrubs for the front of the house. Explore a variety of evergreen, dwarf, flowering, low, small, tall, and more shrubs suitable for both full sun and partial sun, perfect for planting this spring.
Best ground covers to replace mulch
Let’s face it, anywhere you put mulch, you can dig a hole and plant ground cover. Indeed, ground cover plants are simply living mulches that don’t cost time or money to install every spring. Just like mulch they help retain soil moisture, and they keep weeds from crowding in. Ground cover also provides an extra layer of color and, often, beautiful flowers.
25 Materials for DIY Adaptive Equipment
Discover 25 everyday materials for DIY adaptive equipment and assistive technology projects! Create functional and personalized equipment or modifications to existing devices. This post is perfect for DIY enthusiasts, people with disabilities, occupational therapy practitioners, physical therapists, speech therapists, teachers, special educators, and more. Follow the link for the materials list.
6 Low Tech Assistive Technology Solutions for Gripping and Grasping
Low tech grip and grasp assistive technology solutions are customized tools and devices designed to assist individuals with holding objects more effectively. They come in various forms, like specialized handles, straps, adaptive tools, and ergonomic devices, tailored to meet the specific needs. We cover DIY ideas for built up handles, weighted handles, friction enhancements, cushioned handles, and custom molded handles. Click the link for details!