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Dunn DIY offers how-to guides on projects including a boardwalk, broken door latch replacement, as well as tips on using power tools like a Kreg Gig and a chop saw.

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  1. DIY Product Series: Roof Patching

    DIY Product Series: Roof Patching

    “If you need to patch a roof, the first thing you may think of is black, messy tar. That can work, but there's also a cleaner alternative.” - Todd Dermody Materials Through the Roof (10.5-ounce tube) Through the Roof (1-quart jar) Through the Roof (1-gallon can) Gaining confidence as a DIYer isn’t just about mastering the tools—it depends equally on...

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  2. How to Install a Bathroom Timer Switch

    How to Install a Bathroom Timer Switch

    Installing a timer switch to a bathroom fan is a simple upgrade that can lengthen the lifespan of the fan. Plus, it’s easy to install on your own.

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  3. How To Replace a Bathroom Fan

    How To Replace a Bathroom Fan

    Upgrade your bathroom fan with this seven-step tutorial using Panasonic's WhisperFit fan.

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  4. Dunn DIY 2023 Year in Review

    Dunn DIY 2023 Year in Review

    2023 marked our ninth year of Dunn DIY and was made even more memorable thanks to the Dunn employees who joined us to share their own skillsets and project plans. Here are all their projects!

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  5. DIY Product Series: Caulk

    DIY Product Series: Caulk

    Walk down the caulking aisle of any hardware store and you’ll likely find hundreds of products. So—how do you know which caulk to choose?

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  6. The DIY Tool Guide: What Tools To Buy and How To Use Them

    The DIY Tool Guide: What Tools To Buy and How To Use Them

    Acquiring and understanding basic DIY tools is often the biggest hurdle when you’re first becoming a DIYer. We break down our essential DIY tools and show you how to use each in this guide!

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  7. Tools 101: What Are Driver Bits?

    Tools 101: What Are Driver Bits?

    In this episode of Tools 101, we're covering the basics of driver bits: what they are, how to use them, and different types.

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  8. Tools 101: Assorted Drill Bits and Accessories

    Tools 101: Assorted Drill Bits and Accessories

    In today’s episode of Tools 101, we’re covering less common drill bits and other drill attachments that will allow you to get even more use out of your power drill.

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  9. Tools 101: How To Use Spade/Paddle Bits

    Tools 101: How To Use Spade/Paddle Bits

    In today's episode of Tools 101, we're covering everything you need to know to get started with using spade/paddle bits.

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  • About Dunn DIY

    Home is what you make it. It's a feeling. It's a place where you can settle in and live out the truest expression of yourself. Your home is your canvas, your signature. It's not a place to be ordinary. You're not. And neither are the spaces where we live. They are inspired. They are unique. They are reflections of our dreams, hopes, and aspirations. This is your chance to transform that imagined future into a reality - with wood stain, wall paint, and nails. Here you can do it yourself. Here you can be elegant, but gritty, independent, but empowered. It is a place where you can inspire and be inspired, a place where you can make it yours.

  • Authors

    • Kirsten Dunn
      Kirsten Dunn
    • Todd Dermody
      Todd Dermody
    • Special contributers
      Special Contributors
  • About Dunn contractor

    Dunn Lumber has been providing the greater Seattle area with expert service and quality materials for over 100 years. Over time, we've made long-lasting relationships with contractors and craftsmen.

  • Authors

    • Daniel Westbrock
      Daniel Westbrook
    • Jim Coshow
      Jim Coshow
    • Mike Dunn
      Mike Dunn
    • Katheryn Coshow
      Kathryn Coshow
    • Todd Dermody
      Todd Dermody
    • Special contributers
      Special Contributors