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Home Improvement Tips & Podcasts
Explore these how to topics for a wide range of easy fix-up projects around your house and let your next home improvement adventure begin!
Things to know when installing a new floor in your attic. Flooring your attic can make it a perfect place for storage. Doing so the wrong way means that you could weaken your structure, squash your insulation or worse, find yourself with one foot planted firmly through the sheetrock ceiling below!
If you’re looking for a fun new way to mix up your favorite cocktails, try an easy DIY liquor dispenser. In just one day, you can have a new bar accessory that suits your personal style and is sure to be a hit at your next party. We’ve got 4 designs for building a DIY …
Inside corner cracks in your drywall are surprisingly easy to fix. All you need are some basic supplies and a little patience. Here’s what you’ll need to make your repair: TOOLS & MATERIALS Utility Knife Mud Pan Drywall Joint Knife Drywall Compound Drywall Paper Tape Sanding Block Paint Paint Brush or Roller When taking on …
Find out how natural non-toxic wood stains can be made from coffee, tea, raspberries, vinegar and walnut hulls. Find out how to apply and protect organic wood stains.
Imagine waking up and seeing the morning light covering the walls of your bedroom – except for a dark shadow in one spot – that begins to MOVE! House centipedes travel at night and are frequently visible on walls, floors and ceilings. And while they have many beneficial qualities, these so-called “hundred-leggers” or “thousand-leggers” …
Like all investments, it is natural to go through a cost-benefit analysis to determine if a certain investment is worth the …
Did you know that over the last 3 years, the average tax refund returned to Americans was over $2,800? For DIY’rs like us, …
After painting I have two partially used cans of latex paint. I know that in storage it will be evaporation of water, benzene, …
I live in Nebraska with extreme heat in the summer and cold in the winter. I have a cement patio that I would like to repaint I …
From a job loss to a surprise hot water heater repair, a dedicated emergency fund equips you to handle unexpected and emergency …
According the latest U.S. Census Bureau report, home centers, hardware stores, garden centers and building materials suppliers …
You can easily update the look of your dining room and create some inexpensive spare seating by shopping thrift store …
An upholstered headboard adds a thoughtful, classic design element, completely changing the look and feel of any bedroom or …
One of the most exciting things about buying a new home is decorating it. And between design shows on HGTV, home decor blogs, …
If you are lucky enough to have a home with a screened-in porch, then you know these rooms can really take a beating when the …
Spring is a season of readiness, keeping us busy with cleaning and organizing so that when summer finally arrives we can kick …
From small rooms to hallways, bi-fold doors are a great space saving solution for closets in tight areas. Installing them isn't …
Patios are a great way to extend your living space outdoors. Made of thermal bluestone various dimensions, this 6 X 17 foot …
Reclaimed wood paneling is a great way to give any room in your house a rustic look and feel. It’s also an excellent way to …
Learn how to inspect your wood deck for signs of failure that can lead to a deck collapse.
Spring has finally sprung and it is now time to get those gardens in full bloom! But, just like everything else in life, there …
Clean your wood deck with a mixture of powdered laundry detergent and hot water. To remove mildew stains from your wood deck, …
Find out how to check and clean all components of your gas grill before a safe and enjoyable season of outdoor fun. Find out how …
Did you know that unattended cooking is the #1 cause of home fires and fire injuries in the nation? It is, and that's according …
For the health, safety and cleanliness of your family, it's important to actually wash your washing machine, and clean your …
Building a paver or natural stone patio or walkway can be a functional and beautiful addition to your backyard landscape and …
It takes a lot of hard work to move into a new home, and that hard work calls for celebration! Your friends, family and new …
I recently insulated my garage, and was looking to heat it for two reasons. One to do a few projects and second to heat the …
Learn why some home improvement projects will keep needing to be redone unless you address the problem properly once and for …
