Walls

If you live in an old home, especially one built prior to World War II,...

Finding a stud behind plaster and lath is hit-or-miss with a typical stud finder. Here's...

When you’re working in a smaller area like a closet and have to cut...

If you have to hang large pictures or mirrors, slip a straw over the end...

Not sure which spray foam is the right fit? This should help!

Choose the right mount, install it yourself, and save $200

Before you paint a wall you have to prepare the surface, which inevitably involves patching....

How to cut, nail and install durable fiber siding, plus caulking and painting tips.

These wooden “bridges” let you create lots of big openings without weakening the walls.

Don't be stymied by tough-to-match patterns, slippery seams and out-of-plumb corners. We'll show you how...

Find the studs in your walls without an electronic stud finder

Quick fixes for cracked plaster

White marble isn’t reserved for countertops and showers anymore. We’re seeing it everywhere—...

Want to save money, energy and feel warmer this winter? Insulate your house the right...

Two easy ways to dress up and insulate exposed foundation walls

Try this simple way to install a strong handrail

Create a first-class home theater setup by converting a room and wiring with high quality...

How much wood are you allowed to cut out of a stud?

If you engineer and assemble wood foundations properly, they're extremely durable

Small air leaks can add up to huge energy losses

How to make an invisible wallpaper patch

A long, horizontal crack in a basement block wall may indicate a dangerously weakened wall.

You've only got one chance to do it right! Here's how

Can't find a stud? One of these 5 hard-working, hollow-wall anchors will do the job

Replace a load bearing wall with a microlam beam to create a bigger room.