Windows Sticking:
Examine window inside and outside to see where paint has stuck window. Insert a medium width putty knife where crack should be. Tap handle with hammer if necessary. Cut seal all around. If window is still stuck, remove excess paint from track above with sanding stick or rasp chisel. Lubricate along track by rubbing with candlewax.

Hammering and Nailing Tips:
If hammering a nail near the edge of a wooden part, drill a hole first to avoid the problem of the wood splitting. Stop hammering nail when it is still slightly above the surface. Use a nailset to finish sinking the nail into wood. Always nail light wood to heavy. Use nails 3 times longer than the thickness of wood to be held. If nailing into hardwood, drill small nail hole first. Tap nails a few times with hammer before driving all the way in. Sink nails with nailset when just above surface in surfaces which will show. Select the proper types of nails for each job to be done.

Holes in Plaster Walls:
For small holes, remove loose plaster, dampen edges. Apply patching compound with putty knife. Let dry. Sand in circular motion until smooth.

Wallpaper Patching:
If wallpaper bubbles, slit an X with a razor blade. Peel back, apply glue, press down. To patch a torn section, remove torn section with razor blade, tear matching leftover scrap in irregular shape; glue under original paper. Reglue torn ends. HINT: Expose leftover scraps to light when storing so it will match the paper on your walls!

Power Tool Safety:
Know exactly how your power tools works; study it's manual. Wear safety glasses. Always plug into 3 prong outlet if the tool has a 3 prong plug - it is NOT safe to use an adapter. Check cords and plugs regularly for signs of wear.

Hanging Objects on Walls:
Locate a stud - generally found on 16 inch centers along the walls. The best way to find them is to use a magnetic stud finder. Another way is to measure 16" from corner and tap lightly along wall with your knuckles to hear differences in sound. The area that contains the stud will not sound the same as the area between studs. If a stud is not located where you wish to hang an object, use one of the following depending on what you wish to hang. For lightweight pictures, use a picture hook. For lightweight objects where a screw is needed, use plastic wall anchors. For heavier things, use a molly bolt. And for very heavy objects, use a toggle bolt. HINT: Bolt must be inserted through the hanger for the object being hung BEFORE inserting into wall.

Removing White Spots from Wood:
Put rubbing oil, such as lemon oil, petroleum jelly, or salad oil on the white ring mark. Using a soft cloth, rub in circular fashion all around the white spot. When the smoth is gone, remove oily residue with a clean cloth. Polish surface with your usual polish. HINT: If you have used wax, you will have to rewax the entire surface.

This how to project is provided as a guideline only. Any do-it-yourself activity involves some risk and the reader remains responsible for the selection and use of tools, materials, and methods.