Almost anyone can find a home improvement project that he will enjoy. Just the thought of tools and zoning permits can be frightening to newcomers. What do you need to do to learn about the local codes? Reading the tips in this article is a great start!

Paint and spackle can cover the holes left in your walls after you have hung pictures or paintings. You can buy spackle at any home improvement store. The spackle can fill the hole if it’s small enough. For tiny holes, apply the spackle with the point on a bobby pin. Use a rigid flat surface like the edge of a credit card to wipe off the excess spackle after it dries. Add a coat of paint. Any holes in your walls will disappear right before your eyes!

You can use empty 2-liter soda bottles for storage containers. You can see what is inside …