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How do i clean up a polyurethane stain from a composite deck?

Long story short, I moved into a new condo yesterday, had my interior floors screened, and the floor guys left noticeable stains on the shared front porch (composite decking). I've...

Paint Removal and CleaningJune 30, 2018
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Our Handyman took our materials and never returned

PISSED OFF OWNER Plymouth, Ma We have had the worst experience. We had a small job to have a piece of Aluminum Handyman said he had to bend it with a machine and would be back to i...

Siding/ResidingJune 27, 2018
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Suggestion for use of Penetrol with Spar Varnish and Miniwax Cherry Stain?

I am Carving a Maple Tree, creating an Abstract Sculpture. I heard that Penetrol enhances the use of Spar Varnish. I was also wondering if it works with Minwax Cherry Stain (I want...

Finish Carpentry, Trim and MoldingJune 11, 2018
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drill bit for brick won't drill into the brick! What am I doing wrong?

Bought a masonry drill bit, but it refuses to drill into the brick! Any tips or tricks?

HandymanMay 31, 2018
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I posted the same project twice, how do I remove one of them.

I just need to know how to remove duplicated project.

Glass and ScreensMay 29, 2018
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Need a Handyman to Install 59 standards and 3 slat wall panels on the wall

Hello, I am looking for a Handyman in Laurel area to install some standards on the wall. Standards are like 7 feet and lightweight metal sticks. Also, we have 3 slat walls that nee...

OtherMay 22, 2018
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Need a Handyman for installation

Hello, I am looking for a Handyman for installation light sticks on the wall, they are about 7 feet and it's for my store located in Laurel. Can someone please let me know the quot...

HandymanMay 18, 2018
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why my spiral balancers windows cannot be find at stores

i have aama certification windows and my spiral balancers are broken. windows series 2000 sh. aama/nwwda 101. i.s 2-97 HR30-44x60 with hook that clip on the bottom of window..?

WindowsApril 29, 2018
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WHAT HAPPENED TO MY LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP ??

OtherApril 18, 2018
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Install Ceiling Fan in using a smaller electrical box

Hi, I have a ceiling fan that has a standard fixture bracket with a 4" width between the hanging holes. The box I have is only 3" wide. The box is very secure and I dont really wan...

Fans and VentilationApril 18, 2018
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How do I locate work in certain couties or city's?

I am only looking for work in the houston Galveston conroe kingwood texas area's

FencingApril 16, 2018
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In the Los Angeles area, do you have picture hanging services?

FYI ... I have tried to "sign up" multiple times on the web site, but when I click to register, nothing comes up. Help!

Odd-JobsMarch 27, 2018
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Looking an upholster around Washington DC. Any contacts?

We to refurbish booths at a restaurant in DC. Thank you

DesignerMarch 16, 2018
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I need a table assembled. Please contact me asap. ebk720@comcast.net

Kindlly contact me asap about someone to assemble a table from Wayfair. ebk720@comcast.net or call me 610-272-5076. Thank you.

OtherMarch 8, 2018
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Hello, i wanted to put a cover on opening of 33

Hello, i wanted to put a cover on opening of 33" x 23" on my unused fireplace as it has draft. I noticed the flue even is close has a gap so that might where the draft came from. I...

FireplaceFebruary 17, 2018
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