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This category will list a number of projects that fit the do-it-yourself person. You might have found our site while searching for information regarding a project that you are working on. We will try to keep this category updated with new, and informative, projects.

Perfect Father’s Day Gift for the Handy Dad

By WNY Handyman|June 1st, 2011|How To's|

Father's Day is upon us. Last year, my son (via my wife), purchased the book "Handy Dad" by Todd Davis. This book is absolutely terrific. There are 25 projects for all skill levels. Some of the projects can be completed in a very short period of time while others (such as the skateboard ramp) will [...]

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Install Wood Siding how-to

Exterior Projects, How To's

Install Wood Siding how-to

By WNY Handyman|May 18th, 2011|Exterior Projects, How To's|

How to install wood siding. Installation of wood siding is foreign to most. With today's building materials, traditional wood lap siding has gone by the wayside. The cost of lumber has skyrocketed in recent years. Because of that, vinyl became an easy alternative. Who can argue with the low maintenance. of a vinyl siding? The need for wood [...]

Laundry Room Redo Sketchup File

By WNY Handyman|February 22nd, 2011|How To's|

I did a quick renovation of our laundry room last year and have been surprised to find how many people have asked questions about it when it came time to do their own. We live in a neighborhood of new'ish homes where many share a similar layout for the laundry room and pantry. The general [...]

Allure Floor Installation and Review

By WNY Handyman|January 4th, 2011|How To's, Tools and Reviews|

Well, our Trafficmaster Allure floor installation is complete. If you aren't familiar with this plank vinyl flooring product you can find it at Home Depot. The product is a fantastic alternative to a peel and stick vinyl tile. At the end of the installation, the product acts as a sheet vinyl would rather than free [...]

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DIY Drywall Lift

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DIY Drywall Lift

By WNY Handyman|July 23rd, 2010|How To's|

If you have done drywall work you probably understand how difficult certain areas are to reach. Without a drywall lift (Red Line Professional 11-Foot Drywall Lift Panel Hoist Jack) the job can be difficult and dangerous. I had a ceiling job to do so that we can move forward with other projects in this room [...]

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$3 Garage Door Bracket Repair

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$3 Garage Door Bracket Repair

By WNY Handyman|March 22nd, 2010|How To's|

A $3 tube of adhesive caulk along with a few screws and a little elbow grease was all that was needed to repair my garage door support bracket. Wayne Dalton garage door bracket I have a Wayne Dalton garage door and the bracket ripped from the door yesterday morning. Kind of surprising since [...]

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