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    House and Components

    A house is much more than just a collection of rooms. Here’s everything that goes into making your house a home.

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    26 Things That Changed DIY Forever

    Innovations that improved home improvement.
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    How to Resurface Your Fireplace

    From dull and dated to modern masterpiece in one weekend.
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    How to Build a Dynamic Accent Wall

    Turn a blank wall into a showpiece that transforms the entire room!

    An Expert Guide to Framing Basement Walls

    A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a...
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    How to Finish, Frame, and Insulate a Basement

    With special framing and insulating techniques, your basement can be as comfortable as any other...
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    How to Upgrade Your Shower in a Weekend

    Get an impressive shower upgrade without breaking the bank or turning your basement into a...
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    How to Increase Storage Space In Your Bathroom

    Turn unused bathroom space into a hidden yet functional cabinet. 
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    Girls Garage Book Empowers Young Women to Build, Believe

    Emily Pilloton wants her book to inspire generations of young women to become "fearless builder...

    Sit or Stand: How to Make Your Own Adjustable DIY Desk

    This customized DIY desk provides comfort whether you prefer sitting or standing.

    How to Frame a Gabled Dormer

    A gabled roof looks great from the outside and adds space and light inside.
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    14 Framing Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs

    Build your walls straight, sturdy and plumb with these great tips.

    How to Install Basement Windows and Satisfy Egress Codes

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

    Install a New Stair Handrail

    So strong it's kid-proof! We'll show you how to do it.

    Tips for Creating Face Frame Cabinets

    Building face frames is rewarding and not as difficult as you might think. Here’s some...

    How to Install a Bow Window

    How to frame a rough window opening, install a new window, trim out the interior...
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    Face Frame Cabinet Building Tips

    Cabinet building advice from the Family Handyman pros
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    14 Expert Tips for Tight Miters

    Pro tricks for air-tight joints.

    How to Straighten Bowed Stud Walls

    Minor tweaks make a major difference in the finished wall

    Fool-Proof Wall Framing Tips for New Construction

    Learn how to frame a wall and avoid common framing errors with these pro tips...

    Metal Studs: How to Use and Frame With Metal Studs

    Tools and techniques for building basement and partition walls with steel studs.
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    7 Deck Building Tips from the Pros

    Techniques for deck building, framing a deck, building stairs and railings and adding deck trim.

    How to Fill Holes in Woodwork Around Your Home

    Colored putty and marking pens hide woodwork flaws quickly and easily. Here we'll show you...

    How to Build Window Cornices

    Custom-build your own window cornices for one-fourth the price of store-bought