A Step-by-Step Guide to Fireplace Refacing
From dull and dated to modern masterpiece in one weekend.
What Animal Is in My Chimney (And How Do I Get Rid of It)?
If noises from your chimney have you wondering what's going on in there, you could have unwelcome animals that need...
4 Best Energy Efficient Storm Doors For A Secure Home
Storm doors protect your exterior door from the elements while adding light, ventilation and insulation. Here are the best options...
How to Build a Dynamic Accent Wall
Turn a blank wall into a showpiece that transforms the entire room!
Foam Outlet Insulation Stops Cold Air Coming Through Electrical Outlets
Stop drafts cold at electrical boxes with these easy foam outlet insulation tips.
How To Build a Raised Dog Bed
Keep your dog off the furniture and up off the cold floor.
Storm Door Buying Guide
A storm door protects your home from the elements, extends the life of your front door and aids ventilation. Here's...
The Best Gutter Cleaning Tools Recommended by Pros
Is "clean the gutters" on your to-do list this weekend? Before you start, make sure you have the tools you...
A Pro Carpenter’s Guide to Framing Basement Walls
A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a professional framing carpenter how to...
The 5 Best Roof Snow Rake Picks for Ice Removal, Tested by a Snow Expert
Excessive roof snow can become dangerously heavy and lead to destructive ice dams. Remove some of that ice...
How to Inspect a Wood Burning Fireplace Yourself
Learn before you burn.
How to Cope Joints for Wood Corner Trim
Professional techniques for coping perfect molding and trim joints.
How to Soundproof a Room
Cut down on the noise coming into or going out of your living area with these proven sound-dampening materials and...
How to Repair a Gas Fire Pit
How to inspect and fix your gas fire pit.
Tips and Techniques for Finishing Trim
Achieving a flawless finish is all about proper prep, taking the correct steps, and applying the right product with quality...
How to Clean a Gas Fireplace
Important annual gas fireplace maintenance.
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...
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.
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...
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...
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.
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.)
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
How to Install Baseboard Molding, Even on Crooked Walls
Wall molding: Install great-looking baseboards on any problem wall.
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...