How To Open a Stuck Drawer
A light cleaning and lubrication makes an amazing difference
How to Clean Soffit Vents
The best way to clean soffit vents is with compressed air
High-Quality Paint
Avoid the cheap stuff: good paint lasts longer and covers better
Bad TV Reception? Here’s One Fix
New coax connections can make a big difference
How to Remove Stuck Nails: Hammer Tips
Stubborn nail got you stumped? Try these tricks for pulling the toughest nails.
Repair Damaged Nuts and Bolts
Restore stripped threads quickly with a rethreading kit
Fix a Leaky Shutoff With a Supply Valve Piggyback
An easy alternative to shutting off the main water supply
How to Install Tile Backer Board on a Wood Subfloor
Fight seasonal wood movement with a beefy base
How to Reset a Loose Brick
A simple repair can save a whole brick wall
How to Use a Block Plane
Tips for using and sharpening the versatile block plane.
How To Paint Faux Marble
Make old furniture feel new and luxurious with this easy-to-do painting technique!
Build a Circular Retaining Wall and Patio
Hilly, small or ho-hum yard? Modular pavers and blocks let you carve out a unique retreat darn near anywhere!
How to Reset a Tripped Circuit Breaker
You probably already know how to reset a circuit breaker, but what about your kids or baby-sitter? Use this tutorial...
How to Whiten Grimy Grout
Freshen up your tile without regrouting. Here's how.
How to Install a Gas Stove—Without Dangerous Leaks
Install gas appliances correctly
How To Build a Garden Arbor
Create this stylish, arched DIY garden arbor in only a couple of days. It’s way easier than it looks.
How to Build a Small DIY Bench
Take a load off
Build an Infinity Table
Expand your mind with this back-to-the-70s light table
Regrout Wall Tile
Replace that eroded, crumbling grout for just $50
Building Cabinets With Pocket Screws
Intimidated by cabinet work? Even a novice can make fine joints with pocket screws
How to Handle Efflorescence on Brick Chimneys
Moisture moving through bricks causes white mineral deposits on the brick surface and in the case of a chimney, it...
Frameless Kitchen Cabinets
A pro shows you the special installation techniques for these 'Euro-style' cabinets.
Installing Wood Flooring Over Concrete
Install a wood base, then the finish flooring.
How to Refresh Kitchen Cabinets
Renew old kitchen cabinets in a weekend!
How to Tape Drywall With a Banjo
Speedy, trouble-free taping is easy with this pro tool
How to Caulk a Tub Surround
How to clean out old caulk and apply new, durable caulk around the bathtub.
How to Work with Scaffolding Safely
How to rent, setup and use scaffolding when you have to work on your roof, siding or chimney.
Roof Flashing Techniques for Outside Corners
Make roof dormers and other outside corners leakproof