• Space-Saving Sliding Shelves

    Space-Saving Sliding Shelves

    There never seems to be enough storage space in garages, but rollout shelves and sliding bypass units can make more efficient use of the sidewalls of your garage. Complete instructions here»

  • Giant DIY Garage Cabinet

    Giant DIY Garage Cabinet

    Store camping gear, tools, toys, and even clothes in this oversized storage cabinet. Sliding doors keep everything clean, and hanging it from the wall keeps everything dry and mold-free. Learn more here»

  • Tool Storage Tower

    Tool Storage Tower

    Good woodworking tools deserve a home in a handsome, natural wood cabinet - not a cold metal tray. This birch tool tray tower makes the perfect home for hand tools and small parts. Check it out»

  • Fix a Pitted Garage Floor

    Fix a Pitted Garage Floor

    A spalled (pitted) garage floor looks horrible. And patches will just pop out eventually. But you can resurface the concrete yourself, usually in less than a day, and for less than $300. Here's how»

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How to Rekey a Lock

Change your own locks by removing the lock cylinder and changing the pins.

Fix Squeaky Floors

You can silence a squeaky floor once and for all with these five easy solutions.

Repair Your Fridge

Fix common fridge problems yourself and save the cost of a service call!

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Remove Dryer Lint

Prevent fires caused by lint build up in your dryer with a few minutes of cleaning.

Clothes Dryer Repair

Most clothes dryer problems can be fixed in an hour with a few basic tools.

Dryer Duct Booster

Are your clothes drying too slowly? Boost performance with a booster fan.

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Toilet Performance

Learn the pros/cons of three types of toilets so you'll know what to buy.

Toilet Buying Tips

Buy a toilet that flushes well and fits your bathroom and budget.

Poorly Vented Drains

Get solutions to bubbling toilets or changes in the water level in the bowl.

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Backyard Waterfall

Build this small pond with stonework and a waterfall in one weekend.

Garden Stream

Add the magic of moving water to your backyard, with a waterfall and pond.

Concrete Fountain

Use basic materials and clever techniques to create this water feature.

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Glass Tile Vanity Top

Make a gorgeous bathroom vanity top from mosaic glass tiles in a weekend.

Under-Cabinet Drawers

Gain extra storage space in the kitchen by installing toe-kick drawers under your base cabinets.

DIY Table Saw Table

Got limited garage space? This table saw table is the perfect workstation.

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