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A water softener removes minerals from water; that means cleaner laundry, a longer life for water-using appliances, less mineral buildup...

Keen is a footwear brand based in Portland, Oregon. We are big fans of their boots and wanted to find out...

All homeowners face the never ending battle against clutter. And when we find a winning strategy, we share it with...

Health gurus say to "treat your body like a temple". Well, here at Construction Pro Tips we have a similar...

Everyone knows you can use a utility razor blade to cut stuff, but this humble tool is one of the...

Wildflowers are a good option for the gardener who wants plants to do the "heavy lifting" without a lot of...

Fan Spotlight: These readers shared photos of their completed garage workbenches, many of which were built using our plans! Scroll...

Add some value to your home with a finished basement! Check out these tips for making sure you start...

DIYers tend to accumulate all kinds of tools for all kinds of projects. The key to staying efficient, though, is...

Getting your home in shape for cooler months isn't rocket science. Set aside some time now to complete these simple...

Shrubs have come a long way since the days of "blink and you'll miss seeing it bloom" forsythias. Advances in...

A miter saw is an extremely useful home improvement tool. Learn something new about this workshop workhorse in the following...

These DIY tips will help you fix it, maintain it and improve it.

As you might imagine, home inspectors encounter all kinds of improvised, dangerous and bizarre fixes. And lucky for us, they...

Our favorite DIY tools, materials + gear.

Get top-quality results with these tips from an experienced pro.

Planning for a new kitchen? Use these tips to prevent expensive mistakes, eliminate headaches and get the kitchen you want!

Use these tips to make your painting projects go quicker and stress-free.

They make cabinet doors easy!

You can transform just about anything with paint and a little imagination. Leather, concrete, appliances—you can paint them all! Here's...

Want to become a master plumber? Follow these tips.

There's nothing more soothing than jumping into cool, clear water on a hot day. In celebration of all things summer,...

The battle against invading pests seems to never end. But there are lots of things you can do to prepare...

An outdoor movie night isn't just for a park or public lawn — you can create a DIY backyard movie...

Patios are made for relaxing. Trying to find the perfect look for your patio shouldn't be stressful. Here are ten...

The right garden tools make gardening easier for sure. But where do you store all those tools? And how do...

There are lots of new decking products on the market, and deck-building methods continue to evolve and improve. Here...

It's not only about having the right tools. These tool tips can show you when, where and how to use...

Improve your outdoor spaces no matter your budget, time or skill level with these projects from The Family Handyman. Browse...