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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    Restore Old Windows and Doors: Revive the Finish

    Restore old windows with new stain and varnish


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    Choosing Furnace Filters

    How to choose the best filter for your furnace


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    How to Properly Vent a Dryer

    Venting warm, moist air from dryers inside the house causes moisture problems. Try these 5 easy energy saving tips instead.


    How to Handle Efflorescence on Brick Chimneys

    Moisture moving through bricks causes white mineral deposits on the brick surface and in the case of a chimney, it...


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    How to Make Perfect-Closing Screen Doors

    Turn the adjusting screw on storm door closers to make them close smoothly and securely.


    Frameless Kitchen Cabinets

    A pro shows you the special installation techniques for these 'Euro-style' cabinets.


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    Installing Wood Flooring Over Concrete

    Install a wood base, then the finish flooring.


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    How to Strengthen Floor Joists From Beneath

    Fix bouncy floors by adding bridging, adding a layer of plywood or adding a wall or beam.


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    How to Seal Attic Air Leaks

    It's dusty, dirty work, but it's the quickest, cheapest way to save money on your energy bills.


    How to Organize a Laundry Room with a Laundry Folding Table

    These 6 fast and easy projects create a pleasant, efficient work area


    How to Caulk a Tub Surround

    How to clean out old caulk and apply new, durable caulk around the bathtub.


    How to DIY a Whole-House Audio Installation

    Run wire and install speakers and distribution modules so that you can control music by remote control throughout the house.


    How to Work with Scaffolding Safely

    How to rent, setup and use scaffolding when you have to work on your roof, siding or chimney.


    10 Simple Kitchen Cabinet Repairs

    Quick and easy ways to make your cabinets look and work like new again!


    How To Build and Install Garage Cabinets with Sliding Doors

    With this 2x2 frame and panel system, you can add 80-plus cubic feet of storage in an afternoon.


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    How to Work With Fiberglass Batt Insulation

    You've only got one chance to do it right! Here's how

    How to Repair or Replace Defective Water Heater Dip Tubes

    Check your water heater in case you have a defective dip tube.


    Roof Flashing Techniques for Outside Corners

    Make roof dormers and other outside corners leakproof


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    A Full Guide to a Proper Wood Stain Finish

    Follow these four steps (no shortcuts!) and you'll get a perfect finish every time


    Installing Kitchen Backsplash and New Vent Hood

    Get a bright, refreshing look in one weekend—with no major mess or disruption


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    How to Wire a Garage (Unfinished)

    How to add outlets and lights to an unfinished garage.


    12 Best Curb Appeal Ideas for Any Budget

    Whether you're putting your house on the market soon or simply want to make the exterior as beautiful and welcoming...

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    How to Clean Your Oven Without Harsh Chemicals

    When was the last time you cleaned your oven? Does preheating give you a burnt reminder of last week's dinner?...


    Some of Our Favorite Shop Tips

    Looking for ways to work smarter in your woodshop? Here are 19 tips from a seasoned woodworker and do-it-yourselfer.


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    How to Clean Floors: Wood, Tile, Carpet and Everything Else

    Most homes contain a variety of flooring types. Knowing how to best clean each surface can be a lot to...


    Waterproofing Products Help Keep Basements Dry

    A little inspection and finishing work will go a long way in keeping your basement dry.


    10 Window Cleaning Tips from a Pro

    Save time, money and energy with these tips and pointers from someone who cleans windows for a living. Here's how...


    Mini Blind Tips and Fixes

    Mini blinds provide privacy, block the sun and usually work perfectly for years. Here are our best tips and fixes...