Parts of the House

All the trim basics from start to finish, plus a clever way to get those...

Family Handyman has always taken great pride in teaching readers to DIY through step-by-step projects....

A broken storm window can be dangerous and inefficient, but is it a DIY project?...

Replace a load bearing wall with a microlam beam to create a bigger room.

In honor of our 70th anniversary, we recreated one of our earliest projects.

From your floor to your backsplash, removing gunky buildup between tiles is easier than you...

Professional techniques for coping perfect molding and trim joints

Cut down on the noise coming into or going out of your living area with...

How to inspect and fix your gas fire pit.

Achieving a flawless finish is all about proper prep, taking the correct steps, and applying...

Important annual gas fireplace maintenance.

Decorate your space while leaving hole-free walls.

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

While rewarding, being a homeowner can be costly and frustrating if you're not in the...

Insulation keeps your home the temperature you want — as long as it's installed correctly....

With special framing and insulating techniques, your basement can be as comfortable as any other...

This article walks you through the 'Do's and Don'ts' of drywall installation. It will help...

Techniques for cleaning tough-to-remove stains on vinyl siding, trim and gutters.

Yes, you can paint wood paneling. And, it can look terrific or it can look...

Chalkboard paint (which is not the same as chalk paint) is fun, versatile and easy...

Paint faster and better using these brushing, rolling and cutting-in techniques

Paint faster and smoother with the right rolling techniques

How to get better taping results with less hassle

Using drywall and Masonite to create a curved doorway.