House and Components

Dim to pitch-black: Here's our roundup of the best blackout curtains for blocking out light...

Consistent maintenance of your drain-cleaning equipment reduces effort on site and prolongs its useful lifespan.

A broken storm window can be dangerous and inefficient, but is it a DIY project?...

You're ready to buy storm windows, but what kind? Interior or exterior? Budget or top-of-the-line?...

Choosing the right smart blinds can be confusing. We break down the options and offer...

With winter right around the corner, learn how window draft stoppers can help keep your...

Curtains add style and privacy to your home. Here are the dos and don'ts when...

Here’s how to winterize your window's weep holes before the snow hits the ground and...

From cars, boats and lawn mowers to pools, gutters and grills. Here's how to winterize...

When it's time to winterize your home, thermal drapes are a cost- and energy-efficient way...

Wondering which window well covers work best? Learn about seven great options for covering your...

Got a window well that needs protection? Learn all about window well covers, how they...

Control the light and privacy in a room no matter where you are with these...

Get your window screens in shape for summer with this simple screen repair project. We'll...

Use a hygrometer to diagnose moisture and humidity problems inside the house.

How to evaluate your old windows and buy replacement windows.

Take these steps to save money and heat when the temperatures drop.

Not all exterior renovation projects are created equal. These are the ones that add the...

Everything you wanted to know about electrical wires and cables.

MC cable is easier to work with than rigid conduit and offers protection from fire,...

Whether you're going for a modern, farmhouse, elegant or formal look, you'll find inspiration for...

If you've been neglecting to clean your window tracks, you're not alone. Luckily, you can...

How to saw the hole, frame the opening and set a basement egress window

Curtains are the jewelry of your windows. They say so much about your personality and...