Painting Tips

Patio furniture, outdoor tools and lawn machines all eventually get rusty. Learn how to get rid of that rust and how to protect the metal so…

Gas or electric pressure washers will clean almost anything outdoors, and they work so quickly and dramatically that they're actually fun. Learn…

These 18 special products make home improvement easier and faster—from lightweight tile backer board to epoxy adhesives to handy wall anchors.

Various types of grit added to paint will make wood steps slip-resistant. Use special plastic grit and you’ll never see it, even as the paint…

Tiny chips and dings on expensive porcelain fixtures and appliances are distressing—but fixable. With a few careful dabs of touch-up glaze and a…

Mask shallow claw marks and scratches in wood doors with stain and varnish. Gel stains work well for matching the existing finish.

Make an invisible dent repair in a steel door the same way you do it on your car, using the same auto body filler. Even a novice can master the…

A professional woodworker shares basic, time-tested tips that will help you work faster and get better results on your furniture projects.

Squeeze more out of your home improvement dollar with these simple money-saving tips. For little or no cost, you can save hundreds of dollars.

Learn about top “handymen” across the country who ply their trade under unusual circumstances or show an inspiring commitment to…

A concrete garage floor coated with epoxy paint is a great way to improve the look of your garage, but it won't stick if the slab moisture is…

Remodel your kitchen at a bargain cost with these cabinet upgrades, including new doors and drawer fronts, open shelving, improved storage and…

A repair pro shows you how to make invisible fixes for scuffs, dents and scratches in fiberglass boats and other fiberglass items. You'll save a…