Got a Great Idea? Protect It With A Provisional Patent ...
The following article discusses what you should do if you have a great idea for a new invention. Find out how and were to fill out a Provisional Patent Application (PPA) for your new idea. Most people think they should call a lawyer and patent it ... [... more]
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Align a Cupboard Door
Mark Donovan of HomeAdditionPlus.com shows how to determine the hand of door, or swing of... watch video Wondering "how do I install glass in cabinet doors?" Well, here's your answer. AsktheDecorator.com host... watch video How to align [... more]
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Building Cabinets 1 - Introduction
Review the checklist thoroughly before proceeding with this project. Go through the tools and materials and study your plans carefully. Know the safety standards for the project. Before you begin, plan to gather the items that you will be using, ... [... more]
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Building Cabinets 2 - Tools and Materials
A checklist of the tools and materials you need to build cabinets. Plywood for door, false front insert and kick plate face A doweling jig or a horizontal boring tool Cabinet grade plywood for carcass Finishing nails (6d) Flathead wood ... [... more]
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Building Cabinets 3 - Overview
Safety considerations and common mistakes when building cabinets. Take special care in reviewing the tape regarding the use of the table saw fence settings, and the suggestions on how to make cuts using safety guards, push sticks, push blocks, ... [... more]
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Building Cabinets 4 - Cutting and Assembly
Instructions for cutting the plywood and assembling the base unit. Measure from the fence to the inside of the saw blade, cut along the scrape side of the stock to make sure you have an 18 1/4" cut. If the cut is made to the good side of the ... [... more]
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A Guide to Refacing Kitchen Cabinets
Some advice on stripping old cabinets and buying new cabinet hardware to give your old kitchen cabinets a brand new look. Have you been thinking of giving your kitchen a facelift? If so, consider refacing your cabinets instead of purchasing and ... [... more]
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Cabinet Refacing - Planning and Preparation
Part one of a four-part series on how to re-face kitchen cabinets, discussing planning the project and choosing new cabinet materials. Extravagant, fashionable and stocked with the latest hot technological gadgets, the kitchen has become the ... [... more]
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Cabinet Refacing 2 - Tools and Supplies
Part two of a four-part series on how to re-face kitchen cabinets, discussing the tools and materials you'll need for this project. There are some basic tools that you will want to make sure you have on hand before you actually begin your ... [... more]
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Cabinet Refacing 3 - Cabinet Boxes and Hardware
Part three of a four-part series on how to re-face kitchen cabinets, discussing how to apply the new veneer to the face of your cabinet boxes and install new hardware. Once your material arrives, take a few minutes to inspect it all. Take note of ... [... more]
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Add a Kitchen Island to Your Remodeling Project
There are many ways to create an organized and efficient kitchen environment, but more and more homeowners are opting for the beauty, convenience and practical charm of a kitchen island. There are many reasons why a homeowner would want to ... [... more]
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Add an Entertainment Prep Area to Your New Kitchen
Americans are opting for kitchen spaces specifically designed for party and entertainment preparation. As Americans rediscover the art of entertaining, they are opting for not only larger, open kitchens with integrated dining areas, but also for ... [... more]
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