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How to remove closet shelf clips and brackets without damaging the wall?

The wall is already damaged - nails do that to walls - so you're looking at fixing the wall no matter what. With that in mind, you want a hammer, a small pry bar, a small quantity of joint compound o …
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How can I cut up and remove a metal kerosene storage tank that is in a cellar?

Your biggest concern is gas concentration. You can't get ignition if the mix isn't there, so ventilate, ventilate, ventilate. Open windows, put fans in them, and have fans blowing on your work area. …
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How can I quietly tear down drywall?

Well, you really only need to punch one or two holes in the drywall to get it started, then you can simply pull it down with your bare hands. Assuming it's really just drywall and not something heavi …
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How can I remove a plank from the middle of the field?

If you really want to try to save the plank, BMitch's instructions for removal are spot on but instead of a circular saw, get yourself one of these babies: The square blade shown here will give you …
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What's this tarry sheet under the tiles?

It looks to me like roof membrane. And I have to say I can't imagine why anyone would do the install like they did. With a solid concrete base, the only water proofing necessary is against the fo …
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Do products like Ditra make tile removal more complicated?

Removal is intended to be difficult - in fact easy removal is a clear indicator that the installation wasn't done well. … The sub-material is often destroyed in the removal process because of the force necessary for removal of the product. DITRA, being textured, would hold onto the mortar used to mount the tile. …
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