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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    What to Know About Chimineas

    A terracotta or metal chiminea stove can provide a warm, attractive and socially distanced gathering spot in your backyard or...


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    What to Know Before Hiring a Chimney Sweep

    Two key benefits of hiring a chimney sweep? Safety and savings. We'll walk you through the process.


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    Signs of Frozen Pipes (And How to Unfreeze Them)

    As temps drop, your risk of a frozen pipe increases. Read on for all you need to know about preventing...


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    7 Best Window Draft Stoppers

    With winter right around the corner, learn how window draft stoppers can help keep your home cozy and warm this...


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    Everything You Need to Know About a Fireplace Damper

    Every fireplace needs a damper to let out smoke and gases and to keep out rain, debris and animals. Learn...


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    How to Hang Drapes at the Proper Height

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


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    How to Install a TUSHY Spa Bidet Attachment 

    Transform your toilet into a bidet in just seven simple steps. No plumber needed!


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    14 Steps Every Homeowner Should Take to Winterize Their Home

    Protect your possessions from the ravages of Old Man Winter (or risk costly repairs in the spring.)

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    5 Best Places to Buy Paint Online for Your Next DIY Project

    Who knew the best place to buy paint was from your couch? These online retailers will deliver to your doorstep—no...


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    How To Find Your Property Line

    Knowing your property lines is essential to being a smart homeowner. Learn the best way to find your property lines...


    Keep Burglars at Bay with 20 DIY Hacks for a Theft-Proof Home

    You don’t need to spend a fortune to theft-proof your home and keep burglars at bay. Here are some inexpensive...


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    8 Best Door Draft Stoppers

    Keep your toes toasty this winter with door draft stoppers that block frigid air from coming in and heated air...


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    What to Consider Before Converting a Garage Into Living Space

    Thinking about converting your garage into living space? Here's what you need to know first.


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    Winterize Your Gutters Now to Avoid Regret Down the Road

    Now's the time to prepare your gutters for the winter. We'll show you our favorite (and easiest!) way to clean...


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    A How-To Guide on Fluorescent Light Ballast Replacements

    Stop fluorescent lights from flickering and humming with a new ballast.


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    Why You Need to Clean Weep Holes Before Cold Temps

    Here’s how to winterize your window's weep holes before the snow hits the ground and makes everything more difficult. We'll...


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    Tile Installation: How to Tile Over Tile

    You can lay new ceramic tile right over old tile if you use the methods we show you here.

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    8 Best Fireplace and Chimney Draft Stoppers For a Warm, Cozy Home

    Fireplace draft stoppers come in many forms, but they all have one thing in common: They keep your home warm...


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    How to Install Baseboard Molding, Even on Crooked Walls

    Wall molding: Install great-looking baseboards on any problem wall.


    10 Bidet Attachments for Your Toilet (Plus 1 You Can Take Wherever You Go!)

    Bidets are eco-friendly and gaining popularity in the U.S. But not everyone can commit to a new bathroom fixture. Here...


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    How to Hook Up and Install Dryer Vents

    How to install a rigid metal duct for a safer dryer.


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    How to Refinish Hardwood Floors

    Don't hire the pros when refinishing hardwood floors. If you are patient and careful, you can easily do this job...


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    How to Become a Certified Tile Flooring Installer

    Becoming a tile setter can lead to a career with steady work, good wages and visible results clients appreciate.

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    How to Plumb a Basement Bathroom

    Roughing-in the plumbing for a basement bathroom is a big job, but the savings are huge.


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    6 Ways to Hang a Poster Without Damaging the Wall

    Decorate your space while leaving hole-free walls.


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    Your Guide to Winterizing Everything

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


    Best Outdoor Beer Kegerators for Home Enjoyment

    When you can't meet up with friends at the bar, bring the bar to your backyard with an outdoor kegerator.


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    When and Where to Use Draft Stoppers

    Keep winter's icy cold winds at bay with ready-made or do-it-yourself draft stoppers.


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    What to Know About Thermal Drapes

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