Featured DIY Home Improvement Projects & Home Repair Guides

Waterproofing

Before you start framing your basement, you need to make sure it is dry.

Storage

Be sure you plan for a storage area because it is sometimes overlooked.

Finishing

You'll need various skills to finish the basement yourself, but we'll help.

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Patio Privacy Screen

Our privacy screen is a great barrier between your deck and your neighbors.

Trellises for Privacy

Create a beautiful partition of privacy for your front porch or entryway.

Privacy Landscaping

A screen of green is a great way to create outdoor privacy. - from Bob Vila

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Kitchen Backsplash

Tiling a backsplash is an easy way to update a kitchen even if you're on a tight budget.

Garage Storage

Store tons of stuff in this oversized garage (or basement) storage cabinet.

Garden Path

You can make these garden paths in a weekend without breaking the bank.

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Drywall Skills

Learning to finish drywall so you don't have to sand a lot takes practice.

Plumbing Skills

Stop hiring plumbers; do it yourself by growing your skill set.

Painting Techniques

Learn to paint faster, better and neater with help from our experts.

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Remote Starter

Remote starters are convenient, inexpensive and easy to install.

Organize the Closet

Organize your closet and store everything neatly in this easy box system.

101 Rip Hammer Uses

A rip hammer is capable of dozens of tasks besides driving nails.

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Stained Pride
Clayton Hoelschen

Staining your deck is an easy project you can do yourself. But take some good advice from a fellow DIYer, be sure to check under your deck before staining.

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