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Melissa Hawkins

Contributing Author

Published articles: 118


Melissa is our top Home Improvement Expert and Senior Editor. She loves writing about kitchen remodeling, plumbing, gardening and power tools. She can turn every home task into a masterpiece.

How to Paint Over Silicone Caulk [2 Methods Explained]

You’ve caulked around your tiles with silicone and now you want to paint over it. But the paint won’t stick. And you’re stuck having to look at the clear white material that interrupts your beautiful paint.    How to paint over silicone caulk? You’ll need to increase the roughness of the silicone surface. And prime it. …

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How to Wire a 2 Speed Motor to a Switch: All You Need to Know

Two-speed motors have a higher operating speed and a lower starting speed. Many individuals have trouble connecting the motor to a switch. But, in actuality, it’s rather simple. How to wire a 2 speed motor to a switch? Wiring a 2 speed motor to a switch is very easy. First, you need to connect an …

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How to Remove Pilling from Blankets [2 Methods]

You may never want to use an unsightly blanket caused by pilling. They make even new blankets seem worn. The balls of loose fabric don’t just look bad, they also clog up your washing machine. You’d want to get rid of them.  How to remove pilling from blankets? Getting the pilling out of your blankets …

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How to Turn A Porch Into A Room: Explained in 7 Easy Steps

Reducing a porch into genuine living space necessitates making the area compact. You’ll need to make minor adjustments to the space to make it usable. How to turn a porch into a room? At first, you need to decide what type of room you’re going to turn the porch into. Once that’s set, you can …

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How to Fill Large Gaps in the Subfloor [4 Effective Methods]

Our floor tends to show signs of wear and tear more quickly than any other surface. The subfloor may have gaps or fissures that cause unusual sounds. This problem can be remedied without the help of a professional. How to fill large gaps in the subfloor? Large gaps can be filled by rearranging the floors. …

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