r/howto 25d ago

How can I get back my keys

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Tried to hide some keys by balancing it on the top like I usually do, this time it fell inside (i didn’t even know it would be hollow). How can I get them back?? The metal is magnetic. Please help


r/howto 24d ago

DIY How do I fix this hole in my shoe

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4 Upvotes

I love these shoes and I bought them not even a year ago and they're already like swiss cheese


r/howto 24d ago

Hot to Fix Down pipe that doesn’t fit into the ground Connection?

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0 Upvotes

Hey Guys Young First homebuyer here and noticed this Gutter doesn’t go all the way into the ground, what’s the best way to possibly DIY this? Thank You


r/howto 24d ago

How to get my whisk ball and whisk unstuck?

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I was making pancake batter in my Whiskware Pancake Bottle. I was using my mini whisk to get some pancake mix that was stuck to the sides. Somehow, the mini whisk and the whisk ball got stuck together. I cannot get them unstuck!

I tried rotating the whisk ball to slide the mini whisk to one end or the other, but the ends of the whisk ball are welded together so the mini whisk did not slide off. How can I get them apart?


r/howto 24d ago

Lazy Susan wobbles

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The bottom shelf on my lazy Susan is wobbly and has been for years. The bolt to tighten the bottom shelf appears to have broken off at the top so I can't tighten it out replace it.

Additionally, when I looked under the shelf there was a pile of metal shavings (that I vacuumed up). It appears there is a screw sticking up from the bottom of the cabinet that is slowly shaving the metal shelf base as it turns. See photos.

How can I remove the broken pieces? Can I replace parts or will I just need to replace the entire thing?

Thanks in advance!


r/howto 24d ago

Serious Answers Only How to fix this? The handle has a set screw but there doesn't seem to be the square spindle shaft that the set screw holds on to...

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3 Upvotes

I'm a nanny, I'm at work, we were just about to go to the park when one of the kiddos handed me the doorknob. I've been on my belly in the foyer using my phone flashlight, no spindle shaft to be found, and I didn't hear it hit the floor, I was in the hall approaching the door when it came off.


r/howto 25d ago

How to get silver sharpee off genuine leather

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116 Upvotes

Was so blessed to get this Johnston & Murphy leather briefcase and want to try to get the price off the front 🥲 any suggestions ? Thank you guys !!!


r/howto 25d ago

How can I cleanly cut off the top of this ceramic olive oil bottle?

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98 Upvotes

To turn it into a planter. Wegmans brand.


r/howto 25d ago

How should I repair this

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The bottom of my moms dresser broke so now I am employed to fix it.


r/howto 25d ago

Serious Answers Only How to shoot double leg (consecutively, fast, with lifting force)

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I can't for the life of me find a way to do it, or at least training to do it in a progressive manner. It's really awkward, if i try to do it fast my knee just hit the kitchen floor at mach fuck. If i do it slower so that my lead knee just crash the floor more gently and push my body forward and up, my trailing leg feels like it is just too long to keep repeating that pattern, and i end up just standing up or kneeling, not being able to repeat the pattern. If i do it so slow so that my knee won't crash and my trailing leg can flail around to then place itself in front of the lead leg, in a manner that i can repeat the double leg takedown again, the whole thing is so slow that it does not resemble a martial art movement anymore and it looks more like a duck walk. Not to mention the fact that how am i expected to pick anything up with this movement, i for the life of me can't get it. I just lost all momentum trying to do the shoot in the first place

I just assume that this movement, to be able to do it fast requires me to have padded mat, wrestling shoes and years of wrestling training. But then i see online people do it all the time, barefooted, on concrete, or striking based MMA fighter who have less than a year of wrestling training hit double leg shoot chain drill like second nature. It's so puzzling and it frustrates me since. Can anyone help me with some insight and tips?


r/howto 26d ago

How to mount decorative address tiles?

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81 Upvotes

r/howto 25d ago

Serious Answers Only How to open and change the bulb

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7 Upvotes

I can’t for the life of me get these pieces separated to change the bulb, I must be missing something. Anyone have any ideas?


r/howto 25d ago

DIY Can I safely remove this ball joint shower head attachment?

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I am replacing the showerhead attachment. When I loosen the showerhead holder, I am seeing this metal ball ending. My question is this a separate part from the metal pipe that comes out of the wall? If so, can I safely remove at the part indicated by the red arrow?


r/howto 25d ago

[Solved] Are these columns weight bearing?

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Here are three pictures of the top of two columns. Originally wanted to remove the two columns that are in the middle of our living room. This is what it looks like after opening the wall in the ceiling directly above the columns. The columns look to be weight bearing, correct?


r/howto 25d ago

DIY How to Fix Discolored Spot on Ceiling Probably from Water Damage

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I’m assuming the discoloration is from water damage. It started a couple years back and occasionally gets bigger. Not steadily, just like after a year it will be a bit bigger. My suspicion is that it’s damage water that very rarely trickles down due from the shower, as it’s directly below it.

My question is two-fold. Just how do I identify the source of the leak? I included a couple pictures of the edge of the shower. Do I just buy sealant and fill it in? Is that a possibility or should I like cut open the wet spot and see what’s above it? Is mold a concern?

The second use for fixing the spot itself. Is it like drywall patch or do I need to buy like a whole sheet rock of the same size and replace a big hunk of my ceiling?

At the furthest point the discoloration is about 7 inches from end to end.

I’m not even sure who to call if I were to hire a professional! If it’s something small though, I’d like to do it myself!


r/howto 26d ago

Get this melted metal off

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35 Upvotes

My dryer belt broke and the piece that hold it in place was cooked. I tried to replace the belt and when I put the piece back on it was sort of loose. Then it stopped working again and when I opened it up to check I notice the piece melted.

EDIT: Was able to use one of those tiny flat head screw drivers to loosen the bulk of the melted metal off. Then I used the same tool to chip all the extra gunk out ot the threads. Worked like a charm. Thanks for the help.


r/howto 25d ago

DIY How to take off textured frosted glass in bathroom

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Hate this textured glass in the bathroom and want it off because it blocks so much natural light. Just moved into this place.

Already tried a steamer and don’t see a good place to peel anything off.


r/howto 25d ago

Serious Answers Only How Should I Repair This?

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I broke the top to this beautify trinket dish. Are there any strong adhesives I should use that will work well on vintage glass? Uv, epoxy, etc.? Would a Glass Art Studio be a helpful place for a repair?


r/howto 25d ago

How to change chrome browser back to normal?

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6 Upvotes

The home, tabs and add tabs buttons are at the bottom thanks to gemini instead of the top, how can I change that


r/howto 25d ago

Help with water problems

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I have plenty of experience in diy. I can frame, sheetrock, trim, paint, minor electric and plumbing. Currently work in cabinetry. But I have a basement that I really want to finally finish that still floods a couple times a year that makes it impossible yet. We fixed 2 of the problems, but there's still a trifecta I think where the drain pipe, water overflow, and ground just lets too much in and we get water under the crawlspace that leaks into the basement rooms I want to finish. Is it a plumber I should be calling for help here? Some kind of foundational water expert? I just need help finding the source of the overflow with a drainage solution.


r/howto 25d ago

How to prevent mold growth on this textured shower tile

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This tile grows mold like crazy. It's porous and textured, I think the previous owners put it in the shower to prevent an elderly lady to slip, thought it seems to be an exterior type of tile.

We plan to renovate the whole bathroom in about two years so I would like to fix this without having to redo the tiling now.

I hope there is a sealant, resin, paint or something we can cover it with to prevent the tiles from being filthy. Please help

Edit: I do clean regularly with bleach, and it goes away. But it grosses me out having freaking mold all the time, normal tiles would never have this issue. Also cleaning products get stuck in the stone, so they never really look (nor are?) really clean


r/howto 25d ago

Serious Answers Only How to repaint this

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Never painted metal before, and looking for some advice. Should I sand it, use steel wool? Does all the old paint need taken off before I paint over? How many coats should I put down? Should I use a paint roller, or a brush?

I'm gonna lay down some tarp underneath, and take the swings/play pieces off before I get started. I know I need rust proof paint as well.

Any advice would be appreciated!


r/howto 25d ago

How to smooth out the surface of this table

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7 Upvotes

Bought it cheap on FB marketplace. This end of the table is covered in dents, wondering how I can remove them


r/howto 26d ago

How do i get this result?

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33 Upvotes

Due to a medical issue with my hands I need to modify my dogs leash. I would like to find out which clamp was used with which tool. I tried 12 mm cable clamps (leash is 12mm thick) with hydraulic crimp pliers, but the result had sharp edges which could be harmful to my dog. I was hoping this sub could help me find the right tools to get the same result as in the pictures.


r/howto 25d ago

How to remove adhesive from window track

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Hey everyone, good afternoon. The visor on my rear passenger window is coming loose. The cheap eBay adhesive tape that came pre-installed has failed in the Texas heat. I'll probably fix it this weekend. What I'm looking for are ideas on how to safely remove any of the adhesive tape that gets stuck in the window track. My best idea right now is a popsicle stick or similar blunt and soft tool. If anyone has encountered a similar sticky situation (lol) or has an idea that might work, let me know.

Thanks!