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    How To Paint the Exterior of a House

    Anyone can paint the exterior of a house. Here's how.

    Paint Your Trim Like a Pro with This No-Mess Hack

    You'll never want to use painter's tape again!


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    How to Build a Wood Fireplace Mantel

    With the right tools and DIY experience, you can create a stunning custom fireplace mantel that will impress your guests....


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    How to Install an Egress Window

    Adding a code compliant egress window makes a brighter, safer basement.


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    How to Build Faux Basement Windows That Provide Real Light

    This project uses a slim LED light panel mounted in a simple frame to give you light and the illusion...

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    How to Recess Hinges on a Door

    Learn how to mortise door hinges using a router.


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    Try This Hack for Building an Inexpensive Glass Panel Door

    Make a glass panel door yourself without breaking the bank.

    How to Add a Covered Entryway to Your Home

    Take your home's basic facade to the next level. Add a roof over the entryway.


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    How to Install a Dog Door

    Here's an easy project for a neophyte DIYer.


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    How to Build Beautiful Faux Ceiling Beams

    Build these faux beams to finish the industrial, farmhouse, rustic or modern style of your home's interior.


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    Trimless Windows: How to Achieve the Look

    Give your windows trimless style using drywall returns.

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    A Full Guide to DIY Roof Installation

    Our pros show you how to do it right—and save thousands!


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    How to Cut Metal Roofing

    Metal roofing is great for longevity, looks stylish and withstands the elements. Like any material, working with metal roofing requires...


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    12 Roof Repair Tips: Find and Fix a Leaking Roof

    You can stop leaks yourself-no experience necessary. We show you how to track down and fix the most common types...


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    Shou Sugi Ban: The Art of Japanese Wood Burning

    Learn how to use the ancient Japanese wood burning technique of shou sugi ban to create a unique shiplap accent...


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    What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home

    When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....

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    Tips for Saving Money by DIYing Trim

    Save hundreds by making your own DIY trim. Here's how to do it.


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    How to Make Easy DIY Trim

    Make DIY trim and save a bundle over store-bought trim. Here's how.


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    How to Install and When to Replace Roof Tarps

    Roof tarps are only temporary solutions, so make sure you install them properly and don't leave them on past their...



    How to Paint Concrete Floors

    Transform your concrete basement or garage floor with a fresh coat of paint.


    9 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $500

    A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $500 you can make some...


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    20 Home Renovations That Instantly Increase Your Home Value

    These are the top renovations that increase home value. Some are easy and inexpensive updates that you can do over...


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    Apply Wall Texture Yourself and Save Big Bucks

    Choose an orange peel or knockdown-style texture that you can do yourself with this Homax product.


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    How to Paint Your Front Door

    Spruce up your house by painting your front door. It's an easy DIY project.

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    How to Prep Your Roof for the Fall

    Don't wait until the first snowfall to get these tasks done! Keep that roof in tip-top shape by running through...


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    10 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $250

    A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $250 you can make some...


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    12 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $100

    A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $100 you can make some...


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    How to Hang Drywall: Pro Tips for Cutting and Installing

    A good framing crew makes drywall hangers whistle while they work. Follow these great hanging suggestions, and you can make...


    12 Tips for Bending Metal with a Bending Brake

    A metal brake is the tool for bending custom metal flashing and decorative trim. Every siding contractor and most roofers...


    Best Practices for Trim Removal

    There’s an art to removing trim. Learn how to salvage the trim you want, while keeping the collateral damage to...