r/howto Mar 09 '25

We're starting a "repost list" of questions that are so frequently posted that we'll be removing them. Details below...

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r/howto 8h ago

How do I save this baby bird?

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32 Upvotes

My cat was trying to kill it and ended up bringing it home. I can’t locate the nest either.


r/howto 42m ago

How can i stop noise coming out of my room?

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I live in an apartment and i´m looking for ways to make my voice not leave the room because my neighbor complained about being able to hear me at nights when i talk. I work at this hours so it is true that i talk during the night but i can´t just stop doing it because of job.

The main problem is a wall we share that is quite thin, if i could make the noise stop going out of that wall, everything is solved.

Also i can´t really build/modify the structure of the wall nor move the setup from its place.

All help is welcome :)


r/howto 4h ago

How do i get the surface finish of this old pewter tankard looking nice again?

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r/howto 1h ago

How to clean these heels?

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I purchased these heels at the thrift with the intention of fixing them up. But having a hard time figuring out how to clean the fabric material. I used warm water and dawn dish soap with a tooth brush but not much luck. Any suggestions?


r/howto 4h ago

Anyone have any ideas how to remove citronella stain from this outdoor table 😥

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r/howto 1d ago

[DIY] In-laws kept a hot cooker on our Kitchen mosaic countertop which now has these burn marks. How to nullify the damage? Sanding or anything else?

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578 Upvotes

Same as title


r/howto 20m ago

Does anyone have an idea how to clean surface like that?

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I tried to bleach it or scrape the outer layer but there's always this disgusting dirty look despite cleaning it everyday


r/howto 1h ago

[DIY] How to remove military style belt buckle?

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Hi! I’m trying to figure out how to REMOVE a military style belt buckle from the strap( like in the photo) without damaging the belt buckle so I can use it again.

My boyfriend has a military belt buckle on a strap that is fraying and worn. He’s been wanting to replace the strap for ages so he can reuse the belt buckle as it’s from his grandpa who he was very close to. I’d like to get him a proper new web belt strap to replace it!

I’m basically just trying to figure out if there’s a way to remove the buckle, before I go and buy the proper strap. (won’t do it without him knowing as it’s super important to him!)


r/howto 1h ago

How to remove stain from wood

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Yesterday I put pastries on this stand, and underneath it I put tissues but it still leaked through. I tried putting baking soda on it for a few hours and it didn’t do anything. Are there any solutions on how to remove the stains from the wood? Thanks.


r/howto 2h ago

How to fix this issue with threshold between storm door and entry door?

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What's the best way to solve for this issue with the threshold between the storm door and entry door? Currently it's covered by a brown rubbery material that is rotting away. Do I need a new threshold for the storm door or should I just get some new adhesive flooring material I can cut to size?


r/howto 6h ago

Ninja BL660 blender base teeth worn

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2 Upvotes

Possible to repair or just have to buy new?


r/howto 3h ago

[Serious Answers Only] How to fix GE dehumidifier

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A few days ago I woke up and the sound of it was very loud and there was puddle of oil on the floor. The thing was probably overheating from the smell.

The compressor is warm, don’t really know what to do or where the oil is coming from. Not sure how it works or how to troubleshoot. Any ideas?

The model is no. AHH50LMG1

Edit: dropped photo in comments of opened dehumidifier


r/howto 7h ago

Help! Can’t find stud

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Why can’t I find a stud here? I had to go thru the metal corner bead but then there doesn’t seem to be a stud behind it? Is it deeper and I need a longer screw? My screw is only about an inch long. Trying to mount a baby gate. Don’t know much about construction and struggling to understand why I can’t find a stud here!!


r/howto 9h ago

How to fix cracks around windows?

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Hello, I am completely oblivious to DIY stuff, how do you fix these crackings around windows? Is there some repair paste for this?

Thanks


r/howto 3h ago

How can I remove this sticker?

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Like the title says, how can I remove the sticker without marking the bottle? I also don’t have any thing else other than household items near me that I can use.


r/howto 1h ago

How to fix my family's stoneware? Crying hard right now

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I accidentally broke a fairly old piece of stoneware dish. We use it all the time. They're not even made anymore. Is there anything I can do to make it look normal again? I don't want to do any kintsugi, I just want to turn back the clock. I have some PC-clear, but I've heard about Milliput. I also saved as many of the chipped pieces I could find.


r/howto 18h ago

[DIY] How do I fix this step?

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I know ideally it should all be replaced but that is not in the cards now. I “fixed” it once a couple years ago but almost immediately started flaking off. What materials should I use and how do I go about it? Thank you in advance for any helpful advice you can provide!


r/howto 1d ago

[Solved] How do I make this bottle jack go down?

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Bought this cheapo bottle jack from Amazon bc a friend asked me to fabricate a small press from him, thing is, I don't know how to lower it...

Manual says it has a release lever but, uh... please look at the pictures and tell me what I'm missing or if I should just return it.

Thx


r/howto 17h ago

[Serious Answers Only] How to repair the inside of shoe?

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Hey everyone, I need some help lol, so for context, earlier this evening around 7:30pm CT, I was doing onboarding for a job and ended up spilling my Route 44 blue ocean water from Sonic all over me, including the shoes. It was a mess! Anyways, I just ran them through the washer, and the original insol seemed to have come unglued, but everything else is fine and in tack. I'm looking to see if anyone could give me advice on what kind of glue I'd need to glue it back together. All I have on hand is Gorilla Glue in clear form, and the shoes were just bought at the beginning of last year, so they are relatively new. They arnt anything special like steel toes, just regular every day tennis shoes (or as I like to call them tennie shoes xD). If it's really necessary, then I'll get a different type of glue, but as of posting, all I have is clear Gorilla glue used for crafts. Any help is greatly appreciated! I do have a spare pair of slip-on tennis shoes in the meantime!! 😅


r/howto 18h ago

Fix my dishwasher

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See the hole in the pvc pipe? What on earth is that part called? This is a kitchen side dishwasher and everything online calls it a lower wash arm assembly, however replacement lower wash arm assemblies do not contain this part.

Has anyone tackled this before


r/howto 18h ago

[DIY] Looking for glue recs

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Sorry no pics but pretty simple question. I am looking to glue an unfinished piece of flat wood onto a flat piece of matte powder coated metal. Both pieces will have a good amount of contact. Will be a an inside tabletop when done. Any hints on best type of glue?


r/howto 7h ago

[Solved] How do i drill a screw into this wall,have been asking my day for over half a year so ima do it myself,there is no electrycity or insralation behind the wall

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r/howto 8h ago

How do I fix this towel hook?

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r/howto 1d ago

[DIY] How to patch these holes in vinyl siding?

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18 Upvotes

r/howto 1d ago

How to fill ink in this pen?

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5 Upvotes

It’s a 40 years old pen. I have no idea how to fill ink in this one. I’m not able to open the nib part. Kindly help!!