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14 old school tips and new school hacks

Tips from the old school handy masters and hacks from the new school up-and-comers.
By Handyman Magazine

Handy men and women from the old school of DIY often knew the best way out of a jam and passed their skills on by word of mouth, or through an apprentice.

Today’s handy men and women can crowdsource solutions and if nothing suits, probably download an app.

We take look at the best handy tips and tricks to come from both generations.

12. Keep rim rust out of paint

12. Keep rim rust out of paint
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You can get a clean pour out of an old paint can that has dirt and rust in its rim.

Just wrap the rim with tape to seal in the debris while you pour.

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13. Gentle paint remover

13. Gentle paint remover
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Take a tip from artists and use baby oil to remove dried acrylic or oil based paint from your skin.

It doesn’t work as quickly as other solvents, but it’s more gentle.

14. Remove wine stains for good

14. Remove wine stains for good
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If red wine is spilled on your carpet, sponge it with soda water, or cover the stain with salt and let it absorb the wine; vacuum the residue.

If a stain remains, wipe gently with a solution of detergent, water and a few drops of white vinegar.

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