How Flash Floods Sneak Up on You | How to Clean Vinyl Plank Flooring

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VIEW ONLINE GET THE MAGAZINE Give a Gift The weekend is wrapping up, but don't let that deter you from tackling a small project. Today's Tip of the Day has a simple home security suggestion that shouldn't take long to complete. — Rebecca Storm Prep How Just a Few Inches of Water Can Trigger a Flash Flood Flash flooding kills more people than any other type of storm-related tragedy, but most deaths are preventable. Here's how flash floods work. READ MORE Cleaning How to Clean Vinyl Plank Flooring These pro tips will help eliminate grime and boost shine without causing scratches or stains when you clean vinyl plank flooring. READ MORE Automotive An Auto Expert’s Guide to Buying a Car Built To Last Vehicle longevity doesn’t happen by accident. Here’s what you need to know. READ MORE Tip of the Day If you want to make your home safer, start with the entryway. Reinforcing your door’s weak spot, the jamb, with a heavy-duty strike plate and extra-long screws gives it the added strength needed to withstand a burglar trying to kick in your door. If your deadbolt was installed within the last 10 years, it’s probably already reinforced. To check, simply remove the strike plate. If it’s heavy steel with at least 3-inch screws or has a heavy reinforcing plate, you can rest easy. GET MORE TIPS Emergency Preparedness This Pocket Flashlight Is Built for Emergencies and Everyday Tasks This pocket-sized flashlight is smaller than a Roku remote and packs a spotlight, floodlight, UV blacklight and laser into one handy tool. READ MORE Storage 12 Built-In Storage Ideas for Small Spaces Feeling cramped in your apartment or small house? These built-in storage ideas will free up space and help your cut down on clutter. READ MORE Is there one DIY store that you just can't stay away from? Tell us over on our Instagram, @familyhandyman. WATCH THE REEL $13 a Year! Get year round DIY inspiration! Get Inspired Know someone who would love this? SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER Unsubscribe Manage Preferences Privacy Policy Trusted Media Brands, Inc. 1610 N 2nd St, Suite 102, Milwaukee, WI 53212 2026 Trusted Media Brands. All rights reserved.