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        How to Hang Wainscoting

        Simple, Dramatic Change

        An easy update for any dining room, the job is even easier with adhesive.

        Simple, Dramatic Change

        Install a Curtain Rod

        Curtain Rod How-To

        Learn the best position for a curtain rod and the best technique for installation.

        Curtain Rod How-To


        Replace an Old Door

        A New Door in Under 2 Hours

        Pre-hung doors are the most popular choice for hanging new doors or replacing old ones.

        A New Door in 2 Hours

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        How-To Videos

        1-7 of 7 Install Chair Rail Videos

        1. How to Install a Chair Rail

          How to Install a Chair Rail (07:41)

          Amy Matthews demonstrates step by step how to install a chair rail.

        2. Chair Rail Install: Overview

          Chair Rail Install: Overview (03:58)

          Here's a brief overview of how to install a chair rail.

        3. Step 1: Select a Chair Rail

          Step 1: Select a Chair Rail (00:27)

          How to choose the proper style and size chair rail for a room.

        4. Step 2: Determine Height

          Step 2: Determine Height (01:11)

          How to determine the height at which to install a chair rail.

        5. Step 3: Measure and Mark

          Step 3: Measure and Mark (00:48)

          How to measure and mark walls for a chair rail.

        6. Step 4: Cut and Install Pieces

          Step 4: Cut and Install Pieces (04:06)

          How to cut and hang the pieces of chair rail.

        7. Step 5: Sand and Paint

          Step 5: Sand and Paint (00:50)

          How to finish the chair rail molding by sanding and painting or staining.

        1-10 of 10 Doors Videos

        1. Country Cottage Kitchen Door

          Country Cottage Kitchen Door (02:08)

          See how easy it is to redesign a door with paint and beadboard paneling.

        2. Easy Garage Door Check-up

          Easy Garage Door Check-up (02:53)

          Avoid frequent repair headaches by keeping your garage door maintained.

        3. Garage Door Opener Install

          Garage Door Opener Install (05:06)

          Learn how to install a garage door opener with safety sensors.

        4. Contemporary Pocket Door

          Contemporary Pocket Door (02:40)

          Home expert Amy Matthews teaches a homeowner how to replace a pocket door.

        5. Front Door Kick Plate

          Front Door Kick Plate (01:09)

          In minutes, spruce up your front door with a stylish new kick plate.

        6. Changing a Doorknob

          Changing a Doorknob (01:30)

          Replace that old door handle with something new!

        7. Installing a Deadbolt Lock

          Installing a Deadbolt Lock (03:52)

          Putting a deadbolt lock on your door is easy. Here's how to do it yourself.

        8. Doggie Door

          Doggie Door (00:02:12)

          To install a doggie door in your home, here's what you should know.

        9. Pet Doors - DIY Weekend Tips

          Pet Doors - DIY Weekend Tips (01:13)

          Paul Ryan walks us through the buying and installing of pet doors.

        10. Garage Door Opener

          Garage Door Opener (03:48)

          Our expert covers all the steps for installing a new garage door opener.

        1-8 of 8 Install Wainscoting Videos

        1. How to Install Wainscoting

          How to Install Wainscoting (12:40)

          Here's how to create custom wainscoting to give a room an elegant upgrade.

        2. Overview: Install Wainscoting

          Overview: Install Wainscoting (04:10)

          Here's a brief overview of how to install wainscot paneling.

        3. Step 1: Plan the Layout

          Step 1: Plan the Layout (05:19)

          Here are tips on choosing materials and planning a layout for wainscoting.

        4. Step 2: Install Plywood Panels

          Step 2: Install Plywood Panels (02:59)

          Amy Matthews shows how to hang the plywood panels for custom wainscoting.

        5. Step 3: Install the Top Rail

          Step 3: Install the Top Rail (01:10)

          Amy Matthews shows how to install the top rail of custom wainscoting.

        6. Step 4: Cut and Install Stiles

          Step 4: Cut and Install Stiles (00:59)

        7. Step 5: Install the Baseboard

          Step 5: Install the Baseboard (01:14)

          Here's how to install the remaining trim pieces for custom wainscoting.

        8. Step 6: Finish the Wainscot

          Step 6: Finish the Wainscot (00:47)

          Paint, stain or polyurethane is required to protect wainscot paneling.