Try a DIY method like inserting steel wool or a rubber band between the screw head and your screwdriver. Or invest in a screw extractor set.

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Even if you aren't the handiest person in the world, you've probably encountered a stripped screw or two in your time. They are a common enemy of the home do-it-yourselfer and can throw a wrench in ...

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There's nothing more annoying mid DIY project than having to deal with a stripped screw hole. You’ve drilled your hole and you’re ready to go, then it gets damaged. Stripped screw holes can happen in ...

There can be a lot of frustrating things about home repairs and DIYs, but sometimes it's the small stuff that gets you. Literally: One thing that has not infrequently stopped me in my tracks on a ...