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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Cover basement support columns]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[A basement that’s high and dry gives a home untapped usable space under cover. It’s often partially heated, making it very livable and comfortable. That’s why many refer to a basement as a bonus room. An eyesore in most basements is the ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Apr/27/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Install a bath vanity light bar]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Take a walk down the aisles of the “Bathroom Lighting” section in any home or bath center and you’ll see a staggering selection of bathroom light bars designed for topping a mirror and vanity. Who knew replacing an ordinary bathroom light ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Apr/20/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Paint laminate cabinets]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Transform old laminate kitchen cabinets with a coat of paint, and you’ll be surprised at their new look and appeal. If they’re trimmed in wood, paint it the same color for a sleek, modern appearance. If you prefer new cabinet pulls and knobs, ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/doityourselfornot/s-4057561</link>
 
    <pubDate>Apr/13/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Install an aluminum awning]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Give your home a facelift that protects it from the damage of strong sunlight with the addition of a colorful aluminum awning at the entry door. That curb appeal is nice, but you’ll also enjoy lower summer energy costs and gain protection from ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/doityourselfornot/s-4051661</link>
 
    <pubDate>Apr/06/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do it Yourself or Not: Repair textured drywall]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[A textured wall surface is an attractive finish, but making a repair to the surface can be tricky. The finish, also called a “knockdown finish,” is random, so it’s not easy to replicate the surface texture to match when the repair is ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/doityourselfornot/s-4036580</link>
 
    <pubDate>Mar/23/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Install a wall shelf]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Designers tell us that an attractive way to showcase a collection is by grouping them together on a wall shelf to call attention to the display. A wall shelf is an attractive way to show off a prized collection of vintage books or used as a ledge ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/doityourselfornot/s-4029329</link>
 
    <pubDate>Mar/16/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Hang a pegboard wall]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Consider using pegboard panels to line the wall of a garage, basement, workshop, garden shed or hobby room for a retro look that also solves a storage problem. Teamed with pegboard hardware that fits into the holes of the perforated panels, you ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/doityourselfornot/s-4028129</link>
 
    <pubDate>Mar/09/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Install a programmable thermostat]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[A key advantage of a programmable thermostat is that you can lower the level of heat or air conditioning when everyone’s away from home or asleep, and create a comfortable and affordable temperature inside your home. The device allows you the ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/doityourselfornot/s-4029321</link>
 
    <pubDate>Mar/02/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Install a hands-free kitchen faucet]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[It wasn’t until we replaced our kitchen faucet with a hands-free faucet that we appreciated its convenience. And you don’t have to be a gourmet cook to appreciate touch technology. Just tap anywhere on the spout or handle with your hand, wrist...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/doityourselfornot/s-4028130</link>
 
    <pubDate>Mar/02/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Install a Roman shade]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[A Roman shade, combining a built-in valance with a shade for a window, is a complete package for a window treatment. The shade’s stand-alone style makes it a handsome addition in any room, especially in a finished, tailored decor. It’s a good-...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/doityourselfornot/s-4008713</link>
 
    <pubDate>Feb/23/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Restore butcher block]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Butcher block has long been a hard-working surface for cabinet countertops, table tops and work surfaces, but when it becomes scratched, stained and scarred it can be an eyesore. However, it’s a forgiving material that can be restored with a ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/doityourselfornot/s-4001513</link>
 
    <pubDate>Feb/16/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Weatherproof an old window]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Seal up a drafty window and keep your energy bills under control with an inexpensive window insulation kit. It isn’t pretty or a permanent solution, but an interior storm window is a quick fix to stop wind from whistling through old rattling ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/doityourselfornot/s-3999376</link>
 
    <pubDate>Feb/09/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Do It Yourself or Not: Paint a wooden floor]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Not all wooden floors are meant to be painted; those in good condition can be refinished to bring out their natural beauty and good looks. But wood floors made of mismatched planks pieced together, or those already painted, can be transformed with...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/doityourselfornot/s-3999375</link>
 
    <pubDate>Feb/02/2026</pubDate>
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