Use Painter's Tape to Get A Straight Line While Caulking
Place painter's tape above and below where you want to caulk to create a border. The trick is to remove the tape before it dries, or else you may have to start over again.[dt_divider style="thin" /]
Determine Electrical Breakers With A Vacuum
Sometimes electrical panels have been poorly labeled and it's hard to figure out which is which. You could run back and forth to determine which breaker belongs to each room, or you could use a vacuum. If you turn the vacuum on, and then flip each breaker switch, you will know which breaker it belongs to once the vacuum turns off. Make sure you label it so you will know for next time.[dt_divider style="thin" /]
Use Pantyhose to Reduce Dust
Reno's produce lots of dust, therefore it's a good idea to protect and cover your air vents. You can easily achieve this by wrapping pantyhose around the vent covers and securing it with tape. Make sure you turn off the furnace once you start working as well.[dt_divider style="thin" /]
Add Molding to Plain Doors
Transform your doors by filling in any cracks or holes and then add a unique molding design. Finish by painting it, and you have yourself a brand new door.[dt_divider style="thin" /]
Use a Phone App
The app "Stud Find" can help you locate wood supports behind your drywall. It can even detect electrical currents from wiring.[dt_divider style="thin" /]
Look at Paint Colours in a Well-Lit Room
The bright lights in a store can make paint look completely different than it would in your own home. Paint colours will also change when next to different flooring and lighting. It's best to buy testers, paint a wall and see how it looks.[dt_divider style="thin" /]
Use Old Containers to Organize
So much goes on during renovations and it's easy to misplace small items. Keep everything organized by storing items in containers that you would have otherwise thrown out/recycled.[dt_divider style="thin" /]
Swap Sanding for a Damp Rag
Avoid sanding by folding a damp cloth and gently wiping it across any small drywall holes. This will only work on small screw and nail holes, and only as long as you don't press too hard.[dt_divider style="thin" /]
