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Cleaning brass can be difficult but there are many products that can remove tarnished brass easily. Some brass cleaning solutions are more caustic than others. Be sure to wear cotton or rubber gloves and read the instructions.

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Brass restoration requires a fair amount of work. Tarnished brass can be restored with a paint stripper and washing of the hardware. Apply a clear coating lacquer or urethane to the brass last.

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Deadbolt installation requires a certain level of skill. Deadbolts must be installed with the right tools. You must also have good hand-eye coordination, the ability to measure accurately and patience.

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Exterior doors are often installed too low by the builder. The door then sits too close to the floor and rubs the carpet in front of the door. This problem is totally avoidable if the rough carpenter adds extra height to the rough opening and installs an extra piece of lumber on top of the subfloor.

 

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Acoustical ceiling tiles have come a long way in the past 35 years. Not only are there more styles, colors, and choices, the actual materials are much better at controlling sound. Many homeowners are turned off by acoustic tiles because they think of the ones they see in the discount department store ceilings. These tiles are not the top of the line! You must see the new tiles to believe them.

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