Skip links
Skip to content
Skip to footer
Menu
Close
How To & Repair
Appliance Repair
Dishwasher Repair
Refrigerator Repair
Stove Repair
Washer and Dryer Repair
Automotive
Car Brakes
Car Maintenance
Car Window Repair
DIY Car Paint
DIY Oil Change
Lawn Mower Repair
Carpentry
Trim Carpentry
Doors
Door Installation
Door Repair
Garage Door Repair
Screen Door Repair
Drywall
Ceiling Texture
Cutting Drywall
Drywall Installation
Drywall Repair
Drywall Taping
Electrical
Breaker Box
Electrical Repair
Electrical Wiring
Fluorescent Lighting
Home Lighting
Wiring Outlets
Wiring Switches
Floors
Carpet Repair
Floor Repair
Hardwood Floors
Vinyl Flooring
Wood Floor Installation
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioner Repair
Furnace Repair
Painting
Painting Techniques
Painting Tips
Parts of the House
Ceiling
Masonry
Concrete Repair
Pouring Concrete
Roof
Gutter Repair
Roof Repair
Siding
Tiling
Grouting
Tile Installation
Walls
Windows
Window Repair
Pest Control
Plumbing
Drain Repair
Faucet Repair
Plumbing Repair
Plumbing Valves
Toilet Repair
Water Heater
Water Softener
Storage & Organization
Cleaning
Mold & Mildew
Tools
Air Tools
Automotive Tools
Circular Saws
Drills
Miter Saws
Painting Tools
Power Tools
Routers
Saws
Table Saws
Tool Storage
Woodworking Tools
Woodworking
Bookcase
Building Shelves
Furniture Repair
Staining Wood
Wood Joints
Woodworking Projects
Woodworking Tips
Rooms
Attic
Basement
Bathroom
Bathroom Exhaust Fan
Bathroom Remodeling
Shower Installation
Bedroom
Closet
Garage
Garage Storage
Home Office
Kitchen
DIY Kitchen Cabinets
Kitchen Countertops
Kitchen Design Ideas
Kitchen Storage
Workshop
Workbenches
Workshop Storage
Outdoor
Decks
Building a Deck
Deck Designs
Deck Railing
Garden
Garden Structures
Fences
Garden Paths
Grills
Landscaping
Backyard Ponds
Backyard Waterfalls
Lawn Care
Outdoor Fountains
Planter Boxes
Retaining Wall
Patio
Sheds
Smart Homeowner
DIY Home Improvement
DIY Advice
Great Goofs
Home Safety Tips
Home Security
Ways to Save Money
See All Smart Homeowner
Stuff We Love
Videos
DIY University
Giveaways
Tool Set Sweepstakes
Subscribe
Magazine Subscription
Newsletters
Shop DIY Books
Promotions
Tip App
Home
Organizing
Electrical
DIY University
Videos
Win a Tool Set
Search
Toggle Search
Check out 100 super-simple car repairs you don't need to go to the shop for
›
100 Vintage Home Hacks That are Still Brilliant Today
These tips and tricks for the home have been passed down from generation to generation, but do they still hold up today? You better believe it!
Read more
Best Storage Containers to Get Your House in Order
30 Products Under $30 That Will Make Living in Your Home So Much Better
Save Now
Home improvement ideas, home repair guides and home maintenance tips from the Family Handyman magazine.
SUBSCRIBE
Learn more. Build more.
Tackle projects and sharpen your DIY skills at home with online classes at
MyDIYUniversity.com
.
BEGIN TODAY
Find the perfect gift
Family Handyman Home Improvement and DIY books are available.
SHOP NOW
Sign Up For Our Newsletter
Complete DIY projects like a pro! Sign up for our newsletter!
Sign up
listicle
10 High-Tech Gardening Tools You Need to Get Your Hands On
listicle
Back-to-Basics Kitchen Tools Every Minimalist Cook Needs
listicle
12 Brilliant Uses for Your Leaf Blower
listicle
7 Tips for Avoiding Knee Pain While Gardening
listicle
13 Outdoor Patio Heaters You’ll Want in Your Backyard
listicle
Master Bathroom Ideas for a Small Space
Storage & Organization
Clean Out the Junk Drawer with These 10 Amazing Tips
Our Ultimate Packing Tips for Moving Tricky Items
20 Before and After Storage Photos That Will Inspire You to Get Organized
Make Sure You Don’t Keep This One Thing In Your Junk Drawer
How to Make a Charging Station Using Stuff You Already Have
Smart Extension Cord Storage for Your Garage
How to Make a PVC Wine Rack
15 Items That Get You Organized Like Marie Kondo
DIY Entryway Bench With Shoe Storage
Is It Safe to Wash and Reuse Zip-Top Bags?
DIY Storage Bin Shelves You Can Build
50 Things to Toss Out on Old Stuff Day
Marie Kondo’s One Condition of Keeping Items That Don’t “Spark Joy”
How to Dispose of (Almost) Everything
Marie Kondo’s Favorite Food Storage Container Is FLYING off the Shelves!
post
Why You Should Be Careful When Selecting 4×4 Lumber
listicle
Affordable Garden Path Ideas
project
Low-Maintenance Decks
project
How to Remove Flaking Deck Stain
project
How to Build Outdoor Stair Railing
project
Restore a Deck
Smart Homeowner
Why You Probably Shouldn’t Buy Your Cereal at Costco
22 Iconic TV Homes Everyone Remembers
Here’s How to Toss Those Annoying Cables and Other Items From Your House
Advanced Garage Overhead Door Repairs
How to Tell if Your Technology is Spying on You
13 Smart Ways to Sell Your Home as Fast as Possible
The 10 Things New Homeowners Spend the Most Money On
28 Handy Hints for Removing Hard-to-Remove Stuff
Cheap Flooring Ideas: 10 Best Low-Cost Alternatives to Hardwood Flooring
17 Secrets IKEA Employees Won’t Tell You
Getting Started with Home Security Cameras
38 DIY Projects That Cost Less Than $100 to Create
Airbnbs Celebrities Have Stayed In—And You Can, Too
5 Secret Shopping Perks Only Costco Members Know About
10 Home Projects to Tackle During President’s Day Weekend
post
10 Tips to Survive a Blackout
post
The 3 Best Tips for How to Seal Windows for Winter
post
This is the Best Way to Cut PVC Pipe
post
How to Avoid Window Condensation in Winter
listicle
11 Tools Every New Homeowner Needs
post
Roomba for Your Yard
Cleaning
Here’s How to Deep Clean Your Mattress
How to Get Rid of Skunk Smell
How to Reduce 5 Common Household Allergens
Super Easy Trick for Cleaning a Burnt Pan
11 Brilliant Ways to Use a Steam Cleaner at Home
This Vacuuming Mistake Is Preventing Your Home From Getting Clean
The 6 Best Ways to Clean a Wooden Cutting Board
Why You Should Clean Your Keurig ASAP
13 Tricks to Remove Grease Stains
7 Things You Should Never Clean with Vinegar
How to Get Rid of Smoke Smell in Your Car
15 Things You Should Never Put Down Your Garbage Disposal
14 Cleaning Myths You’ve Believed for Way Too Long
10 Cleaning Mistakes That Are Actually Making Your Home Dirtier
How to Clean Your House After Being Sick
listicle
12 Things You’re Doing in Your Car—But Shouldn’t
project
How to Build Deck Stairs
project
How to Install Ceiling Fans
project
Garage Storage Systems
project
How to Replace an Interior Door: Prehung Door Replacement
post
No Cursing Involved: This Robot Can Tackle IKEA Furniture Assembly