Keep everything on the level with a wedge when replacing a door
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DIY Door Work
Before removing a door that will be reinstalled, snug a wooden wedge underneath it at the hinge side and duct tape the wedge to the floor. This makes reinstalling the door much easier because you’ll get the height right on the first try. — Art Desgroseillers
Avoid having to attach a hook to your home and try this hanging basket idea. This hanging basket plant stand is a great way to hang a small plant at your home's entryway. This hanging basket plant stand can also be used indoors.
Try some of these pretty hanging planter ideas to brighten up your home.
These small pots are hanging from a steel rail, which is a great idea if you're short on garden space. While flowers would work well in this deck rail plant hangers space, you could also try herbs, small lettuces and even some peppers.
Here are a dozen vegetables you can grow in pots.
If you already have a pot in mind, you can make your own hanging pot with some rope. Find the full instructions with photos at Instructables.
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Upside Down Tomatoes
These tomato plants hang from homemade bucket pots that are attached to a fence. This over the fence plant hangers way of growing tomatoes works well for those short on gardening space.
Discover five clever ways to grow tomatoes.
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Hanging Basket on Tree
If you pick up a hanging basket of flowers from your favorite garden center, try hanging it someplace besides on a shepherd's hook this season. Depending on the type of plant and its sun requirements, try hanging the basket on a tree branch.
If your tree needs pruning, try these smart techniques.
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Balcony Flowers
If you have a balcony, try decorating it with a mix of flowing flowers. Baskets attached to the railing and hanging baskets with cascading flowers can create a cheery European look.
Here are 10 balcony gardening tips and tricks.
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Flowers on a Pergola Trellis
If you have a trellis, gazebo or pergola, some flowers can grow and spread along with the structure and create shade. Wisteria hangs on this pergola, adding color to the backyard.
Try building your own backyard pergola with these plans.
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Bottle Planters
If you're looking to get plants started for the season, try planting them in a recycled water or soda bottle that has been cut in half, then hang them. This concept could also work for small plants such as succulents.
Here are some tips if you're looking to start seeds indoors.
Try painting an old pot or even a coffee mug and hang it from the fence. This is a great way to get your kids involved in gardening as they can help paint the pots, choose the plants and plant them.
Try growing these patio plants this season.
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Wall Pots
Hang some pots on the side of your home or along a fence to plant a variety of flowers and plants. Using planters that are square opposed to round will work better for this project.
Check out these 14 inspiring DIY flower walls.
When you're ready to dry herbs or some of your favorite native plants, try bundling them together and hanging them from the fence. Not only will you dry out the plants for use later, but it creates a stunning look when several are hung together.
These are the best herbs to grow on a patio.
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