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How many times have I cringed as my kitchen cabinet doors slammed shut behind me? More times than I can count. I loved my old vintage cabinets, but I couldn't stand the doors slamming, and I knew I had to do something about it. From my research, I discovered that many options were available to solve my problem, some of which included replacing my hinges with soft-close hinges or placing rubber or felt bumpers on my doors. But replacing the hinges on my cabinet doors would mean a lot of time and …

Cabinet drawers see a lot of activity over the years. Whether they're holding kitchen supplies, hardware tools, or an assortment of random items, drawers bear a great deal of a weight and haphazard use. One day the drawer starts to jam or bind, makes a grinding noise or just plum won't budge. At that point, it's clear that you need to investigate and fix the problem with your drawer slides. It's easy for a misguided slamming of a drawer or general overuse to cause the drawers to stop working pro …

Clamps are a popular tool used by many hardware experts and novices alike. Their basic function is to hold or secure objects together to prevent movement. Whether you are working on a home repair project involving wood, metal or another material, you may often need to use a clamp. However, choosing the proper clamp is very important. Here is a short guide to clamps for your next hardware project.Bar clampsBar clamps, which are sometimes also known as "F-clamps",  are usually used …