How to Patch a Textured Ceiling
The first step is repairing the hole.
How to Repair a Loose Door Handle
This simple household fix can be "handled" by any competent DIYer in no time.
How to Make a Self-Closing Garage Service Door
Bring a fire rated garage entry door up to code with this simple retrofit.
How To Adjust a Sticking Patio Screen Door
Badly aligned rollers inside the bottom of a patio screen door will cause the door to bind or stick when opening or closing.
How to Install a Garage Door
Tips, hints and what the instruction manuals don't tell you.
How To Give Your Garage Door a Tune Up
Inspect and maintain your garage door annually for safety and convenience sake.
14 Not-Tacky Ways to Use Contact Paper
You want to change the look of your space and add a bit of personality to your home, but you're...
Garage Door Makeover
Build a custom garage door—in just one weekend!
A Step-by-Step Guide to Screen Door Replacement
Make a perfect installation even in less-than-perfect situations.
How to Adjust a Self-Closing Spring Hinge Yourself
Rotate the wrench until the next hole comes into view and install the pin. Test the door close rate. Repeat until...
Want Shiny Hardwood Floors? Here’s How to Rejuvenate Them
If your hardwood floors are looking tired and dull, there's an easy way to bring them back to life. A...
How to Build a Wall-to-Wall Closet with Doors
Steal a few feet from the end of your bedroom and add a wall-to-wall closet with doors. Here are the...
How to Tape Drywall
A color-coded guide to putting up flat, smooth, perfect walls.
Tips for Working with PVC Trim
Treat it right and PVC trim will last forever. Use these tips for installing PVC trim the right way.
Insulated Siding is an Easy Sell
Easier installation and extra insulation make insulated siding a no-brainer.
Spackling, Joint Compound, Epoxy: Which is the Best for Filling Holes?
Spackling, Joint Compound, Epoxy—Which is the Best Hole Filler?
How to Handle Full-Span Ceiling Truss Problems
What to do if you see signs of truss lift. Look for signs of seasonal movement first.
Drop Ceiling Installation Tips: How to Install Drop Ceiling Tiles
A veteran drop ceiling installer shares his secrets for installing drop ceiling tiles yourself.
Roof Ventilation Basics: Tips for Beginners
Roof venting 101
How to Build a Cupola
Decoration, ventilation and a hangout for your rooster!
A Heated Driveway: Is It Actually Worth It?
Have you considered a heated driveway? Radiant heating slabs have been around for decades and have been growing in popularity...
How to Install a Chair Rail
Learn how to install chair rail molding that will take your home from ordinary to elegant in one weekend.
How to Make Shiplap Siding
With a table saw and dado blade, you can make your own shiplap siding in no time at all.
How To Trim a Window
You don't even need a tape measure for perfect window casings!
How to Install In-Floor Radiant Heat
In-floor heat is easy to install and cheap to operate, and your feet will love it!
Finish Carpentry Tips
Great results, even in bad situations. We'll walk you through the best tips for DIY finish carpentry.
How to Install Craftsman Window Trim and Craftsman Door Casing
Stylish Arts-and-Crafts woodwork built up from simple oak boards
This Hack for Getting Rid of Ice Dams is a Total Bust
This Hack for Getting Rid of Ice Dams is a Total Bust
How to Straighten Bowed Stud Walls
Minor tweaks make a major difference in the finished wall