Steps for Both Single-Pole and 3-Way Switches - Bob Vila
WEBNov 29, 2021 — Connect the white neutral wires in the first box to one another by twisting them together and securing them with a wire nut. Twist the three ground wires together in the first box and secure them ...
The 15 Best Exterior Home Color Combinations - Bob Vila
WEBJan 7, 2023 — 9. Blue, Red, and Tan. Photo: ashleyavila.com. Blue is a popular exterior color for homes in waterside settings like this one. Adding red and tan to highlight trim and architectural features was a ...
Electrical Wire Colors and What They All Mean, Solved! - Bob Vila
WEBJan 21, 2021 — Red or orange wires are often used to provide the secondary phase voltage in a 220-volt application. Always assume that a red or orange wire (in addition to the black wire, which provides the ...
3-Way Switch Wiring: A Step-by-Step Guide - Bob Vila
WEBOct 24, 2022 — STEP 8: Install the switch covers, turn on the power, and then check the switches. After all of the wires are secure, the switches can be secured back into the box with two screws. Next, reinstall ...
DIY Toilet Repair: 5 Common Commode Problems and How to Fix …
WEBNov 13, 2021 — Recommended fix: Jiggle the handle. If that doesn’t work, replace the flapper. If you continue to hear water running in the commode when the tank has refilled after a flush, give the handle a ...
How To Identify Black Mold And Get Rid of It For Good
WEBJul 29, 2022 — The best mold test kits will typically run between $30 and $40, with some advanced kits costing up to $90 and basic kits costing as little as $10. A mold kit is not a black mold test specifically ...
PEX Pipe 101: All You Need to Know - Bob Vila
WEBFeb 11, 2021 — PEX is available in a variety of lengths, from short 10-foot pieces (for small repairs) to rolls over 500 feet long, which are used to install a home’s entire water supply system. PEX pipe ...
The Best Home Design Software - Top Picks from Bob Vila
WEBMar 30, 2022 — BEST OVERALL: Virtual Architect Ultimate Home Design. BEST VALUE: Total 3D Home, Landscape & Deck Premium Suite 12. PROFESSIONAL PICK: Chief Architect Premier Professional Home Design. BEST FOR ...
How to Get Rid of Fleas in the House - Bob Vila
WEBMar 21, 2022 — STEP 4. Choose an insecticide that contains an insect growth regulator (ICR). These are chemicals (e.g., methoprene and pyriproxyfen) that prevent fleas from reproducing. Treat all soft surfaces ...
The Best Super Glues, Tested - Bob Vila
WEBAug 23, 2024 — BEST FOR GLASS: Loctite Glass Glue. BEST FOR FABRIC: Aleene’s Super Fabric Adhesive Super Glue. BEST FOR RUBBER: 3M Scotch-Weld Plastic & Rubber Instant Adhesive PR40. BEST SUPER GLUE REMOVER ...