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The bottom of a frying pan.

Leveling a Frying Pan Bottom?Sometimes, a pan bottom will be concave, warped or off-kilter in some way. This page has advice about leveling a frying pan bottom.

 

Pop up camper at a campsite.

Replacing the Window Screen in a Popup Camper?A damaged window screen in your pop-up camper may prove a challenge to repair. This page contains some useful tips for repairing or replacing camper screens. This is a page about replacing the window screen in a popup camper.

 

A pink cashmere baby blanket with satin trim, with some brown staining.

Repairing a Cashmere Baby Blanket?This is a page about repairing a cashmere baby blanket. Cashmere blankets can be quite delicate. Repairing it may not be possible but there are options for covering the damaged area.

 

A plastic lid being held on with a hair band.

Fixing Tupperware Lids That No Longer FitHeat and weight may be able to help you reshape your Tupperware lids. This is a page about fixing Tupperware lids that no longer fit.

 

Carpet showing front and back side

How to Repair the Backing on a Throw Rug?Over time and after repeated washings the backing on throw rugs can dry out and even begin to crumble. Often the face of the rug is still in good shape. This is a page about how to repair the backing on a throw rug.

 

A bottle of liquid paper.

How to Refresh Dried Liquid PaperThere is a product on the market made especially for this purpose or you can try adding hand sanitizer or non-acetone nail polish remover to the container of correction fluid. This is a page about how to refresh dried liquid paper.

 

Man installing a dryer vent.

Installing a Dryer Vent?Installing a dryer vent may be necessary when you have purchased a new dryer. Installing a dryer vent is usually pretty easy and doesn't require more tools than a screwdriver.

 

Green cutting mat with a ruler and two cutting tools.

Refreshing a Cutting Mat?Cutting mats develop scratches and rough spots over time as they are used. Refreshing a cutting mat surface may be possible with some light sanding.

 

Men's wrist watch.

Making a Watch Battery Last LongerStopping a watch when you are not using it is a great way to ensure the battery lasts as long as possible. This is a page about making a watch battery last longer.

 

Rubbing sandpaper across a metal food grater.

How to Sharpen a Food GraterIf your food grater is used often, it can become dull. This is a page about how to sharpen a food grater.

 

Fisher Price Record Player

Repairing a Fisher Price Record Player?Sometimes repairing an old record player is as simple as replacing the needle. This is a page about repairing a Fisher Price record player.

 

An inexpensive wall clock.

Inexpensive Battery Powered Clock WorksIf you have a favorite clock that has stopped working, you may be able to replace the clock works with one from another less expensive clock. This is a page about inexpensive battery powered clock works.

 

Kids in Above Ground Pool

Fixing a Tear in an Above Ground Pool?If your above ground pool has a tear, you will need to repair it prior to filling it will water for Summer fun. This is a page about fixing a tear in an above ground pool.

 

Above Ground Pool in Backyard

Finding a Leak in an Above Ground Pool?Locating and repairing a leak in an above ground pool is imperative prior to it being put to use. This is a page about finding a leak in an above ground pool.

 

Several old glass bottles.

How to Repair a Chipped Glass Bottle?If the rim of a glass bottle gets chipped the common way to repair it is to sand it smooth. This is a page about how to repair a chipped glass bottle.

 

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Repairing a Wind Chime - long shell wind chime

Repairing a Wind Chime?I have a a beautiful shell wind chime I got from an Asian store. Today it broke due to heavy winds. I want to repair it, but have no idea what type of string I should use. I want it to withstand heavy winds. Can you help me?

 

Close up of Turn Lock on a Leather Purse

Replacing a Turn Lock on a Leather Purse?Finding a good leather or shoe shop might be the best solution to replacing this type of purse latch. This is a page about replacing a turn lock on a leather purse.

 

A piece of embroidery thread being inserted into a knot.

Using Thread to Untie KnotsThread can be used to loosen knots in rope or larger twine. This is a page about using thread to untie knots.

 

A candle being used to lubricate the zipper of a purse.

Lubricating a Zipper with Candle WaxSometimes a stuck or hard to close zipper can be fixed by rubbing it with candle wax. This is a page about lubricating a zipper with candle wax.

 

A pair of eyeglasses being repaired.

Use Clear Nail Polish to Secure Loose Screws on GlassesIf your glasses are out of warrantee and a screw becomes loose, one way to hold it in place is to use clear nail polish. This is a page about use clear nail polish to secure loose screws on glasses.

 

Two yellow and blue fiberglass rowboats.

Repairing a Fiberglass Boat Hull?If your fiberglass boat has a damaged hull, you will need repair it before you set out on the water. This is a page about repairing a boat hull.

 

A closeup of a piano keyboard.

Keeping a Piano in TuneKeeping your piano in tune is the best way to ensure you can enjoying playing it whenever you like. This is a page about keeping a piano in tune.

 

scratched watch face

Fixing Scratches on a Watch Face?A scratched watch face can be quite annoying. Some scratches can be repaired though. This is a page about fixing scratches on watch face.

 

Pop Up Camper Won't Go
All the Way Down

Pop Up Camper Won't Go All the Way Down?It is sometimes difficult to determine why your camper top is not closing all the way. This is a page about pop up camper won't go all the way down.

 

Scratched CD

Repairing Scratched CDs and DVDsSometimes it is possible to repair scratched media disks. There are kits and even some household products that consumers have used with varying success. This is a page about repairing scratched CDs and DVDs.

 

close of hinge

Repairing Hinges on Pop Up Camper?The hinges on pop up campers get a lot of use. Over time you may need to repair or replace them. This is a page about repairing hinges on pop up camper.

 

Electric Blanket Controls

Replacement Controls for a Biddeford Sealy Electric Blanket?Electric blanket controls have a tendency to fail before the blanket does. This a page offers advice about how to find replacement controls for a Biddeford Sealy electric blanket.

 

coffee cup stuck in small bowl or cup

Separating Fiestaware That is Stuck Together?Ice and hot water is usually the best method for separating glass or ceramic dishes. This is a page about separating Fiestaware that is stuck together.

 

A roll of masking tape.

Refreshing Old Masking TapeThis is a page about use microwave to refresh masking tape. When masking tape dries out it can come off in little pieces. Try this tip to make it work as it should.

 

A whiskey decanter with a stopper.

Decanter Stopper is Too Loose?This is a page about decanter stopper is too loose. Keeping the contents of a glass decanter from evaporating may require an additional gasket.

 

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Several snow covered mailboxes at the edge of a snowy field

Replacing a Mailbox Post?This is a page about replacing a mailbox post. Mailbox posts age and fall or are knocked over by a passing vehicle. Either way they need to then be replaced.

 

Hand holding tweezers

Repairing and Sharpening TweezersSometimes you may need to make minor adjustments or repairs to your tweezers. This is a page about repairing and sharpening tweezers.

 

Garden swing with canopy

Finding a Replacement Canopy for a Garden Treasures Swing?This is a page about replacement canopy frame for garden treasures swing. With the proper measurements you may be able to order a replacement canopy frame.

 

Repairing a Pearl Station Necklace

Repairing a Pearl Station NecklaceThis is a page about repairing a pearl station necklace. When the pearls and other beads on a station necklace come loose and move out of position the piece can look less attractive. Luckily, it can be fixed.

 

Elastic Beaded Bracelet on a girls wrist near string of matching beads and small gold beads loose on counter

Repairing Elastic BraceletsThis is a page about repairing elastic bracelets. Elastic bracelets are a popular costume jewelry accessory. However, over time the elastic can stretch or break.

 

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Repairing Floor in Pop-up Camper?I am not sure what happened, but the floor raised up some while using my camper. Now the bed won't slide in, it's about a inch higher than the slide on inside.

 

Four stacks of plastic cups red, yellow, green, and blue

Separating Plastic Drinking CupsThis is a page about separating plastic drinking cups. When plastic cups are stacked one inside of the other they sometimes get stuck together.

 

Cracked handheld mirror laying on the ground

Repairing a Cracked MirrorThis is a page about repairing a cracked mirror. Mirrors can be expensive or difficult to replace if they get cracked. This is a page about repairing a cracked mirror.

 

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Repairing the Wiring in an Electric Blanket?I have a vintage automatic blanket in which the heating wire is broken (interrupted). If I could get such wire, I would be able to change it. Now where can I purchase this type of wire?

 

frayed and worn edge on purse

Repairing a Frayed Nylon Purse?I have a black nylon purse that my husband bought me several years ago. The nylon is starting to fray on the seam. How can I repair it? My husband said to use wax, I don't think it's going to work with wax. Should I spray some kind of sealant on it?

 

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Repairing the Coating on Metal Glasses Frames?My husband has a pair of metal frame glasses. The coating on the temple tips has fallen off. Is there a way to replace this or do we just have to by him new glasses?

 

spice bottle under handle

Balancing a Warped SkilletThis may have only happened to me. But if you ever have this happen, you will probably remember this tip.

 

corona kitchen countertop

Repairing a Corian CountertopThis is a page about repairing a Corian countertop. A remarkably durable material, this Dupont manufactured surface can occasionally get scratched or burned, and need repair.

 

Mattress Cover

Repairing A Plastic Mattress CoverThis is a page about repairing a plastic mattress cover. Plastic mattress covers are one way to waterproof your mattress, however they can tear.

 

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Repairing Pin Hole in a Stainless Steel Pan?I have a 6 qt stainless steel pan that has a tiny pin hole and was wondering how to fix it.

 

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Pen Ink on Paper

Removing Pen Ink From Paper?This is a page about removing pen ink from paper. It can be difficult to remove ink from any kind of paper.

 

Gold Ring

Removing Scratches on a Gold Ring?This is a page about removing scratches on a gold ring. Rings that are worn daily can get scratched.

 

Wicker Basket

Repairing Wicker BasketsThis is a page about repairing wicker baskets. Wicker is used to make a wide variety of baskets, including picnic baskets, hampers, and market baskets to name a few. Wear and tear can leave your favorite basket in need of repair.

 

A truck towing a vintage popup camper.

Repairing a Popup CamperThis is a page about repairing a popup camper. In order to be able to use a compact camper trailer, it must be able to lift up easily, and keep the rain out.

 

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Removing Super Glue on Plastic LensesGet 91% alcohol and Q-tips and rub the smudge like crazy. This will take some time and a little elbow grease but it works. I just did it on my plastic lenses. And they are crystal clear. this really does work!

 

Opening Frozen Car Door

Opening a Door That is Frozen ShutThis is a page about opening a door that is frozen shut. Cold, wet weather can cause you many difficulties, including having to defrost a door that has frozen shut.

 

Earbuds Missing Foam Covers

Replacing Foam Earbud CoversThis page is about replacing foam earbud covers. These very, small headphones can suffer a lot of wear. The foam ear cushion may need to be restored.

 

Photo of a screw.

Removing a Stripped ScrewThis page is about removing a stripped screw. When the head of a screw no longer can be turned with your screw driver tip, it can be difficult to get out.

 

repair man

Fixing a Hydro-Sil HeaterThis page is about fixing a Hydro-Sil heater. Getting your heater fixed or finding a repair person for these reduced energy consuming heaters can be a challenge.

 

Mobile Home

Repairing a Mobile HomeMaintaining and replacing parts on these inexpensive homes present unique challenges for the home owner. This page is about repairing a mobile home

 

Percolator Filter

Finding Replacement Percolator Parts?This page is about finding replacement percolator parts. A type of boiler coffee maker, whether plug-in or stovetop, needs to have an inner stem and basket.

 

Crocheted Blanket

Repairing a Crocheted Blanket?This page is about repairing a crocheted blanket. Matching stitches, patterns and colors make fixing a crocheted covering a challenge.

 

Window Shades

Repairing Window ShadesThis page is about repairing window shades. When a shade gets ripped you might not have to replace it; you may be able to extend its usefulness.

 

A white toilet with a green toilet seat cover.

Using a Toilet Seat Cover?This page is about using a toilet seat cover. A nice decorating touch for the bathroom, but the bowl cover still needs to work properly.

 

Blue Mosaic Soap Dispenser

Repairing a Soap DispenserIf your soap dispenser breaks try and fix it instead of buying a new one. This is a page about repairing soap dispensers.

 

Marble Countertop

Repairing a Burn Mark on a Marble Countertop?This is a page about repairing a burn mark on a marble countertop. There are ways that you can repair a burn on marble that may not damage the surface.

 

old photo

Removing a Photo Stuck to GlassThis page is about removing a photo stuck to glass. It is a challenge to remove a photo without ruining it from glass when it is old or has gotten wet.

 

old photos

Removing Paper Stuck to a PhotoPhotographs save our precious moments and memories. This page is about how to save a photograph that has paper stuck to it.

 

Clock Repair

Repairing ClocksClocks are an essential part of our daily lives. This page is about repairing clocks.

 

Shower Curtain

Repairing a Shower CurtainThis page is about repairing a shower curtain. You can extend the life of your plastic curtain with some simple repairs.

 

Old leather sofa

Repairing a Cut in Leather?This is a page about repairing a cut in leather. A cut in the leather upholstery of your furniture, car, or other items made of leather is damage that may be best left to the professionals. However, if you are game to try there are products and methods that might do the trick.

 

Purple and Black wrist watch

Replacing a Watch BatteryThis is a page about replacing a watch battery. When your watch stops working, the first possibility is that the battery is dead. Although it is sometimes difficult to remove the back, you can replace the battery yourself.

 

Rusted Nut

Removing a Rusted Nut or BoltThis page is about removing a rusted nut or bolt. Rusted metal nuts and bolts can be difficult to jar loose.

 

Standing sewing box opened to full extent.

Removing Velvet Lining from Wooden Sewing Box?I purchased a wooden sewing box from a yard sale, hoping to fix it up and use as a place to store my daughter's Barbies, and all her accessories. The problem is the interior of the sewing box has a (nasty) velvet lining that is glued in, and I am not sure how to get it off without ruining the wood.

 

Frozen Lock

Fixing a Frozen LockThis page is about fixing a frozen lock. Freezing temperatures can cause all kinds of problems.

 

Tambourine

Recovering a Tambourine?This is a page about recovering a tambourine. If the drumhead on your tambourine is worn or damaged you may be able to recover it.

 

Photo of a large TV.

Repairing the Roof on an RV or TrailerThis is a page about repairing the roof of an RV or trailer. The metal roofs of RVs and trailers eventually need repair; the seams are susceptible to leaking.

 

Broken Porcelain Doll

Repairing Broken Porcelain Dolls and FigurinesThis is a page about repairing broken porcelain dolls and figurines. It is very sad when treasured porcelain dolls or figurines get chipped or broken. Sometimes if the damage is not too bad they can be fixed.

 

Smoking a cigarette in a car.

Repairing a Cigarette Burn on Car Upholstery?This is a page about repairing a cigarette burn on car upholstery. Cigarettes cause holes in the upholstery of a car that may be difficult to repair.

 

Retro Stroller

Restoring Fabric on a Stroller or PramThis is a page about restoring fabric on a stroller or pram. Rather than buying a new stroller or pram, perhaps you can rejuvenate the fabric on your old one.

 

broken eyeglasses

Repairing EyeglassesThis is a page about repairing eyeglasses. Minor repairs to your eyeglasses can be done at home.

 

Repairing Wind Chimes

Repairing Wind ChimesWind and sun can wreak havoc on your wind chimes. This is a page about repairing wind chimes.

 

Shrinking Leather

Shrinking Leather?This is a page about shrinking leather. Whether you are trying to shrink a too big pair of shoes or something else made of leather, it can be confusing trying to find the best method.

 

Scotch Tape in Blue Dispenser

Uses for Scotch TapeThis page contains uses for scotch tape. This tape can be helpful in a variety of ways.

 

Photos That are Stuck Together

Separating Photos That are Stuck TogetherThis page is about separating photos that are stuck together. Moisture can wreak havoc and destroy your photos.

 

A portable Vornado heater.

Repairing a HeaterYou may be able to save money by buying a thrift store heater and refurbishing it or taking a second look at the one in you attic to see if cleaning it does the trick.

 

Garden Angel Statuary

Repairing Concrete Statuary?This page is about repairing concrete statuary. Sometimes even this solid material can get broken.

 

How to Untangle a Necklace

How to Untangle a NecklaceThis is a page about how to untangle a necklace. Untangling a necklace can be very frustrating.

 

Pink Purse on White Background

Repairing PursesThis is a page about repairing purses. Don't throw out your favorite purse just because it is broken or slightly damaged; try repairing it.

 

Repairing an Air Mattress

Repairing an Air MattressThis is a page about repairing an air mattress. Air mattresses are a convenient extra bed for guests or for use when camping, but they do sometimes spring a leak.

 

Save Spray Tops From Empty Bottles of Perfume

Save Spray Tops From Empty Bottles of PerfumeI buy many of the same type of perfume from the Dollar Tree, particularly Eternity and Ralph for Women. I find that if I lose a top off one of the ones I like, there is always an extra one I keep.

 

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Removing Scratches from Clear Plexiglass?How do I get scratches out of clear plexiglass?

 

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Can Corningware Dish be Repaired?What kind glue do I use to repair a broken Corningware casserole dish?

 

Antique tea cup and saucer.

Repairing Cracks in Fine ChinaThis is a page about repairing cracks in fine china. Fine china is very expensive to replace and often is a family heirloom. While the repaired piece may never be as strong again, there are methods to repair these cracks.

 

Open tube of mascara with brush prominent.

Saving Money on MascaraThis is a page about saving money on mascara. Many woman love to wear mascara to enhance their eyelashes. Depending on what brand you buy, mascara can be quite expensive.

 

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