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Plaster cracks on walls are usually the stress release points of the wall. To prevent old plaster from cracking, maintain a constant humidity in your house. To repair cracks in plaster, apply tape or large sheets of thin fiberglass mesh and spread the joint compound over this.

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Stamped concrete can take on the appearance of wood boardwalk, cobblestone, brick, etc. You may have walked on it not knowing it was "just" a stained concrete. Concrete stains and stamped concrete have been used for years in residential and commercial applications.

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House wrap will save money by adding a waterproof skin to your home, and serving as an air infiltration barrier. House wraps guard against heavy air leaks, which provides energy savings.

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Build a patio of brick for a beautiful home enhancement. Brick patios of paving bricks are solid. Good patio designs add living space as outdoor rooms. Here's how to create yours.

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DIY plumbing may be worth a try, but you can quickly get in over your head. Plumbing is a true craft, and even soldering copper pipes can be a challenge. Discover secrets from a licensed master plumber, Tim Carter.

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Decks can be constructed out of many materials. My deck construction choices would be chemically treated pine for the structural aspect and construction grade redwood. This will look gorgeous in anyone's deck plans.

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