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How Much Do You Know About Masonry?

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You have to excel at building to ace this quiz. Think you can lay down the law about masonry? Take the quiz to see your score!

How Brunelleschi Built the World's Biggest Dome

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The dome of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is the largest masonry dome ever built and still defines the city of Florence over 500 years later.

How Efflorescence Works

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Even Michelangelo had to deal with efflorescence -- white deposits that appear on masonry -- while painting the Sistine Chapel. What causes this unsightly problem, and how can you address it if it shows up on the surfaces of your home?

Painting Floors

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The techniques for painting floors are the same as for painting any other large flat surface. Learn more in this home improvement article.

What Kind of Drill Bits Do I Need for Brick or Concrete?

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Putting up shelves or pictures might require boring holes into brick or concrete. Learn what kind of drill bits you need for brick or concrete in this article.

How to Repair Chimney Cracks

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Repairing chimney cracks is somewhat tricky. Learn about how to repair chimney cracks at HowStuffWorks.

Nails

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Nails come in a variety of sizes to suit a variety of jobs around the house. Learn more about this handy fastener only at HowStuffWorks.

Crinkle Crankle: The Serpentine Wall With a Funny Name

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Crinkle crankle walls undulate, mimicking the shape of a snake's slither. But what's the purpose of these wavy walls?

How to Remove Iodine Stains

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Iodine is handy when it comes to cleaning a wound, but when it causes a laundry stain, it can be a real pain. Learn stain removal techniques that will wipe away what iodine leaves behind.

How to Remove Smoke Stains

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Smoke stains are serious business, whether they're the result of a burned dinner or a house fire. Follow these stain removal tips to remove any trace from your household surfaces.

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