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How to Waterproof Floors in Any Room

March 4, 2020 Brittany Bailey 2 Comments

Today we're prepping to tile in the kitchen and bathrooms. Having seen firsthand how much damage water can cause to a home, I want to show you this tutorial for How to Waterproof Floors! Waterproofing Floors in Any Room Renovations are finally moving forward at Millie's … [Read more...]

Build It, Home Maintenance, Millie's Remodel, repair, Tile, Tutorial

Tips & Tricks to Self-Level a Floor at Millie’s Remodel

February 21, 2020 Brittany Bailey 3 Comments

After demolition, I realized several water leaks left some low spots in the kitchen floor at Millie's Remodel.  Today I’m going show you how to use self-leveler to fix a sagging floor.  I’ll also show you a few tools you’ll find helpful when pouring self leveler. Tips & … [Read more...]

Build It, Millie's Remodel, renovation, repair

How to Repair Your Dishwasher - Control Panel Replacement

How to Repair a Dishwasher

November 24, 2017 Brittany Bailey 5 Comments

How to Repair a Dishwasher: Control Panel The holidays are here and your kitchen will surely be getting a work out! Now is NOT the time for your dishwasher to break. Recently we found ourselves with a non-functional dishwasher. The control panel buttons stopped working and … [Read more...]

Electrical, Fix It, Home & Auto Maintenance, Home Maintenance, repair

How to Replace a Wheelbarrow Tire in 5 Minutes | Pretty Handy Girl

How to Replace a Wheelbarrow Tire in 5 Minutes

October 24, 2016 Brittany Bailey 5 Comments

What happens when you are ready to do some work in the yard and discover your wheelbarrow has a flat tire? You pump it up. But, then you realize the tire is dry-rotted and no air will stay in the wheel. Trust me when I say you don't want to muscle the tire off to replace it … [Read more...]

Home & Auto Maintenance, Landscaping & Gardening, repair

4 Ways to Remove a Broken Light Bulb

September 16, 2016 Brittany Bailey 5 Comments

Have you ever found yourself staring down the base of a broken light bulb? You must resist the temptation to reach up and unscrew it with your fingers. Not a smart idea. Instead you can safely remove it using one of these 4 Ways to Remove a Broken Light Bulb. Let's get to it! … [Read more...]

Home & Auto Maintenance, repair

11 Ways to Keep Your Home Warmer | Pretty Handy Girl

11 Ways to Keep Your Home Warmer this Winter

November 2, 2015 Brittany Bailey 6 Comments

That bugger, Old Man Winter is peeking around the corner. He's ready to put the chill in your bones and push drafts through every little crack in your home. But, you can be ready for him with these 11 Ways to Keep Your Home Warmer this Winter. Is your home truly as energy … [Read more...]

energy conservation, Fix It, Home & Auto Maintenance, Home Maintenance, repair

How to Protect Your Pipes from Freezing | Pretty Handy Girl

Protect Pipes from Freezing

October 30, 2015 Brittany Bailey 8 Comments

In the same vein as Monday's post about adding insulation, let's continue preparing for winter. While you are under the house looking at insulation, take notice of your water pipes. Are they insulated too? If not, it's important to protect your water pipes with foam insulation to … [Read more...]

31 Days of Handy Home Fixes, energy conservation, Fix It, Home & Auto Maintenance, Home Maintenance, Plumbing, repair

Is Your Home Ready for Winter? | Pretty Handy Girl

Is Your Home’s Insulation Ready for Winter?

October 26, 2015 Brittany Bailey 6 Comments

The folks at Duluth Trading Company want you to stay warm and comfortable this winter. They have sponsored this post to help you get your home ready for winter.  And to help you stay warm and comfortable while taking on these energy conserving tasks. Winter is fast approaching … [Read more...]

energy conservation, Fix It, Home & Auto Maintenance, Home Maintenance, repair

How to Caulk Like a Pro

How to Caulk Like a Pro

October 4, 2015 Brittany Bailey 11 Comments

Knowing how to caulk is a valuable DIY skill. A good looking caulk bead can turn a mediocre trim job into one that looks like a professional installed it. Replacing caulking around your home can also help you save money on heating and cooling. Replacing cracked and worn caulk in … [Read more...]

caulking, Home & Auto Maintenance, repair

Refinishing a Mid-Century Sideboard

September 21, 2015 Brittany Bailey 5 Comments

Have you ever turned down a piece of furniture that looks ruined? Aha, today's rocker is Emily and she has the superpower to make furniture look brand new again!  On the Rockstar DIY stage today is a performance you won't forget. Emily will single-handedly take you through the … [Read more...]

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Easy Clean Your Storm Windows with Steam | Pretty Handy Girl

How to Easily Clean Mildew Off Windows

April 3, 2015 Brittany Bailey 6 Comments

Winter is tough on everyone, but it's especially tough on your home.  The temperature difference between the outside and inside your home can leave a thick layer of mildew on your windows. Aluminum storm windows are especially prone to this condition. Before you open the windows … [Read more...]

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How to Refinish Wood Floors without Sanding | Pretty Handy Girl

How to Refinish Wood Floors without Sanding

March 2, 2015 Brittany Bailey 28 Comments

How to Refinish Wood Floors without Sanding I love our antique heart pine floors! They are beautifully distressed. The round pegs and square nails securing them in place add loads of character. However, the square nails sit flush with the surface preventing us from ever being … [Read more...]

Aged, Antique Heart Pine Flooring, Before and After, cleaning, dark wood, Do It Yourself, Fix It, floor protectors, flooring, Home & Auto Maintenance, polyurethane, Product Review, ReNew, repair, sander, Tutorial, Video, wood floor refinishing, wood grain

Fixing a Leaky Faucet – Take 2

January 19, 2015 Brittany Bailey 7 Comments

Remember last week when I was showing you how to fix a leaky faucet in 10 minutes? Well, sometimes a fix doesn't always solve the problem. This is not unusual in home repairs. It doesn't mean you did it wrong or it's time to call a plumber. It just means you have to look further … [Read more...]

Fix It, Home & Auto Maintenance, Plumbing, repair

Fix a Leaky Faucet in 10 minutes

January 12, 2015 Brittany Bailey 15 Comments

Drip, drip, drip! Is that leaky faucet keeping you up at night? I have a 10 minute fix that will bring you sweet dreams and a lower water bill. Oftentimes the washers in faucets wear out after continuous use. Replacing them is actually easy and will only take about ten … [Read more...]

Fix It, Home & Auto Maintenance, Plumbing, repair

Do You Open or Close Crawlspace Vents | Pretty Handy Girl

Day 25 – Do You Open or Close Crawlspace Vents

October 25, 2014 Brittany Bailey 7 Comments

Do you leave your crawlspace vents open or closed? The great debate ends now. If you guessed open, you are right. If you guessed closed, you are also right! Crawlspace vents should be opened in the spring and closed in the fall. The reason being that you want to … [Read more...]

31 Days of Handy Home Fixes, energy conservation, Fix It, Home & Auto Maintenance, repair

how to choose the right wall anchor

Day 15 – Use Good Wall Anchors

October 15, 2014 Brittany Bailey 8 Comments

Curtain rods, towel bars, and other wall mounted accessories are relatively easy to hang. The trick is securing them to a stud so they can hold up to the abuse. But, how often have you found that you don't have a stud where you want it mounted? Probably 98% of the time, … [Read more...]

31 Days of Handy Home Fixes, curtains, Fix It, Hanging Blinds, Hanging curtains, hanging shelves, Home & Auto Maintenance, repair

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