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SILENT SIGNS your house is in BIG trouble*
THE FAMILY
#1 in DIY Home Improvement
EXPERT TIPS FOR
OUTDOOR
LIGHTING
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Table of CONTENTS
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FEATURES
Special Section: Deck & Patio
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Stuff We Love
Live large in your outdoor space
with waterproof cabinets and
power wherever you need it.
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Outdoor lighting
With low-voltage systems, you
don’t need electrical experience
to light up your yard.
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Garden bench
A classic style made easier with
dowel joinery and techniques
for perfect curves.
41
Soggy yard?
We’ll walk you through the
options, from downspout fixes
to dry wells and French drains.
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6 silent signs your house
is in trouble
Leaks, condensation and rot do
their damage on the sly. Here’s
how to spot problems like these
before it’s too late.
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DEPARTMENTS
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Handy Hints
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Smart ways to haul yard
debris and clean and store
your lawn equipment.
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Pro Talk
Tips for handling extension
cords, long tools and
folding metal sawhorses.
58
DIY Quiz
Think you’re a DIY whiz?
See if you can ace this test.
82
Pro Tips
Fast and foolproof ways
to get rock-solid handrails.
60
Home Care + Repair
Spring is the perfect time
to replace your patio door
weather stripping.
92
Great Goofs
®
64
Home Tech
DIY mobile apps to help you
with design, leveling, math,
buying materials and more.
Paint-can shake-up, a
pint-size roof safety system
and pressure washer prowess.
66
Top Ten Tips
Buy the right refrigerator for
your space, needs and budget.
71
What Homeowners
Must Know
How to extend the life of
siding, appliances and tile.
74
Car + Garage
Small engine won’t start?
Fix it yourself and save!
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