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| Gary Dymski is an award-winning newspaper columnist who writes about the home -- improving it, repairing it and maintaining it. From the history of the hammer to new concepts for solar energy, Gary's HOMEWORK column in Long Island's Newsday keeps his readers well informed. |
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Long Island's Home Improvement Expert
Our next lecture/seminar is Monday, Oct. 3
7 p.m., Huntington Library
Aug. 24, 2011
10 Things To Do Before Summer Ends
Let's count the ways to prepare for colder weather
1. Paint or stain outdoor structures and furniture. Clean and dress up your wood (or metal) pieces that are exposed to the elements. Decks, fences, sheds, patio furniture ... if you put a fresh coat of coverage on these items they'll better stand up to the rough hand of winter. Make a visual inspection. Replace damaged wood on fences, decks and other structures. Be sure to prep surfaces properly, following manufacturer's application instructions for stain and paint.
2. Caulk and seal. Walk around the exterior of your home and look for those more...
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