How to Clean Soffit Vents
The best way to clean soffit vents is with compressed air
Ladder Stabilizers
Work faster and smarter—and feel 10 times safer!
Replacing a Rotted Floor Under the Toilet
For minor rot, a flange support is a quick fix
Fix a Storm Door Closer
Create a rock-solid, crack-proof door frame for your storm door closer
Drilling Holes: Notching and Boring Holes in Wood Studs
How much wood are you allowed to cut out of a stud?
Bad TV Reception? Here’s One Fix
New coax connections can make a big difference
Toilet Seat Replacement
What to do if the hold-down bolts won't loosen
How to Adjust Refrigerator Doors
This simple repair takes only a minute
How to Wire a Lamp Socket
Revamp an old lamp or build one from scratch with this guide on how to wire a lamp socket!
Fixing Drawers: How to Make Creaky Drawers Glide
Replace worn out drawer slides with ball-bearing slides
Wood Foundation Basics and Techniques
If you engineer and assemble wood foundations properly, they're extremely durable
Close Gaps Around Electrical Outlets and Switches
Small air leaks can add up to huge energy losses
How to Install Towel Bars and Hooks on Fiberglass Tub and Shower Surrounds
Toggle bolts solve tricky mounting problems on thin plastic walls.
How to Install Tile Backer Board on a Wood Subfloor
Fight seasonal wood movement with a beefy base
How to Reset a Loose Brick
A simple repair can save a whole brick wall
Carpet Cleaning Tips for Pet Owners
Don't wait! Take 5 minutes to clean up the problem
How To Prevent a Wet Basement by Fixing Your Home’s Drainage
Worried that your wet basement will require an expensive fix? Here's how to assess and cure the most common cause.
How to Reset a Tripped Circuit Breaker
You probably already know how to reset a circuit breaker, but what about your kids or baby-sitter? Use this tutorial...
Showcase Built-In Bookcase Plans
Turn a bland wall into a showstopper for $300!
How to Install a Gas Stove—Without Dangerous Leaks
Install gas appliances correctly
How to Sponge Paint a Wall
Simple materials, simple technique, stunning results.
How to Fix a Screen Door
Why replace a screen door if you can just fix it?
Build a Router Table by Upcycling a Kitchen Countertop
Sure, you can buy a router table. But why not make your own? Let's find out how to do it.
How To Build a Garage Cabinet Storage System
Convenient work space and garage cabinet storage galore in one weekend.
Table Saw Jigs: Table Saw Sled Plans
Get dead-on square cuts and 45-degree miter cuts every time!
How To Replace a Utility Sink
Complete a simple sink change-out in less than half a day.
Convert an Unfinished Laundry Area Into a Laundry Room
Make your laundry room more attractive and functional by reworking the plumbing and adding a new sink and countertop.