Category: DIY

How To Seal Grout In 60 Seconds

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27 Jan

How To In 60 Seconds Alure Home Improvements' Doug Cornwell is back for another 60-second fix. In this DIY, how to in 60 seconds, he shows us how to effectively seal grout. What you’ll need: – Paper towel or rag – Grout Sealer 1. Paint the lines of grout with the sealer. - Hint: Squeeze gentle so it gets into the applicator.…

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How To Stop A Door From Opening Fully In 60 Second

20 Jan

How To In 60 Seconds Alure Home Improvements demonstrates an easy way to prevent a door from slamming into a wall in this how to in 60 seconds. What you’ll need: – Hammer – Screw driver – Hinge Stop 1. Pop out the top hinge pin. - Hint: Use a hammer and a screw driver and hit it into the bottom…

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How To Change The Color Of Grout In 60 Seconds

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06 Jan

How To In 60 Seconds Alure Home Improvements' Doug Cornwell gives us a much-needed lesson in how to change the color of grout in his latest how to in 60 seconds.  What you’ll need: – Clean rag – Grout Coloring Stain – Paint brush – Cup 1. Make sure all the grout lines are clean. - Hint: Use white vinegar and a rag to…

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7 Stylish Home Decoration Ideas for Christmas

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22 Dec

Now is the right time to give way to Christmas and embellish your homes appropriately. During this season, many families are adorning their homes according to the season. This gives a warmth and inviting nature to all those who will come to visit their homes. Stylish home decorations during Christmas are what families strive for. However, it’s quite challenging to…

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How To Stop Cabinet Doors From Opening Too Far In 60 Seconds

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16 Dec

How To In 60 Seconds Alure Home Improvements' Doug Cornwell tackles a common problem in this how to in 60 seconds: cabinet doors opening way too far. What you’ll need: – Manufacturer restrictor clips – Screw gun 1. Use a screw gun to take the cabinet door off the hinge. - Hint: Put the hinge in the position that it would be in if…

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How To Clean Grout In 60 Seconds

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09 Dec

How To In 60 Seconds In this how to in 60 seconds, Alure Home Improvements' Doug Cornwell is back in the bathroom. This time he's giving us a lesson on the best way to clean grout. What you’ll need: – White vinegar – Water – A cup – A white rag 1. Put white vinegar in a cup that you will use…

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The Most Important Winterization Projects For Your Home

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21 Nov

With winter coming, it’s never too early to start thinking about preparations for your home and how to get the most out of your utilities without receiving a jaw-dropping bill for them. Winterizing may seem like an overwhelming and costly project, but actually, there are many simple ways you can keep your home warm and safe during the coldest months.…

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How To Clean Shower Doors In 60 Seconds

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29 Jul

How To In 60 Seconds Alure's Doug Cornwell is once again inside his favorite room in the house -- the bathroom. Listen to Doug preach about preventive maintenance as he shows us how to clean shower doors in 60 seconds. What you’ll need: – Water – Sponge - Soap - Squeegee – Clean rags – Shower and glass cleaner 1.…

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How to Clean Granite Countertops in 60 Seconds

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08 Jul

How To In 60 Seconds Doug is a big believer in "preventive maintenance." That's why he dropped by to show us all how to properly clean granite (or other stone) countertops in this DIY 60 second fix. For more 60 Second Fixes, visit our 60 Second Fix Playlist. What you'll need: - Bucket - Water - Dish Soap - Sponge…

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How to Hang a Level Shelf in 60 Seconds

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24 Jun

How To In 60 Seconds Alure's DIY expert Douglas Cornwell gives us a lesson in how to hang a level shelf. Supplies you'll need: - Level - Pencil 1. Grab the level and put it up to the wall. - Hint: Make sure the wall is level 2. Take a pencil and draw a very faint line. - Hint: Don't…

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