House and Components

Make ugly scars in your floor disappear

Replace that inexpensive plastic water line.

Three simple ways to anchor your bookcase and keep it from tipping

Cure flickering fluorescent lights in minutes

Make a splice that will last longer than the wire

Color-matched caulk saves the day

Two easy ways to dress up and insulate exposed foundation walls

Try this simple way to install a strong handrail

How to fix broken glass and a worn out operator

Recalibrate using a simple oven thermometer

Two solutions for a sagging ceiling

This 15-minute fix can prevent an expensive mess.

Convert your drafty, dingy, spider-infested garage into a bright, comfortable work space

Tricks for tuning up a sagging bifold

Hidden braces keep your house plumb and level

Cover raw plywood edges quickly and easily with wood veneer and an iron.

A layer of oil keeps your floor drain sealed

Here are several options for fixing leaks with basic DIY plumbing skills.

Replace rotting insulation on outside A/C lines

Install your own solid-surface countertops

Take the bounce out with diagonal metal braces

Keep energy in and mice out

Replace an old towel bar on a ceramic tile wall

How to position holes correctly so they don't weaken the joist

The best way to clean soffit vents is with compressed air

Work faster and smarter—and feel 10 times safer!

For minor rot, a flange support is a quick fix

Create a rock-solid, crack-proof door frame for your storm door closer

How much wood are you allowed to cut out of a stud?