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Wall Safety

Protect your home & family with our safety tutorials on all things wall.

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How to Hang a Heavy Mirror on Masonry

Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner hang a large mirror on the stone chimney above his fireplace
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How to Hang a Heavy Mirror

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares tips and techniques for safely hanging framed objects on walls
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Reciprocating Saw 101: How to Cut Into a Wall Safely

Pro tips on avoiding disaster when plunge-cutting into a wall
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New Way to Strip It Away

New tools help take the misery and mess out of removing damaged or outdated wallpaper.
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Choosing the Proper Fastener

Can't find a wall stud when hanging a picture or a shelf? You can attach anything to hollow walls if you use the right fastener