House and Components

A house is much more than just a collection of rooms. Here’s everything that goes into making your house a home.

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    100 Home Disasters Waiting to Happen

    It's only a matter of time before these real-life home improvement fails become disasters.


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    How to Make Your House Look Expensive in 20 Inexpensive Ways

    Whether you're looking to fix up your home to put it on the market or just want to bring some...


    What’s Wrong With This Picture? Plus a Trick Question

    We’ll show you the problem—and the fix.


    10 Times Wind Chimes Turned Neighbors Into Enemies

    From stealing to destroying, these not-so-neighborly stories will make you think twice before getting wind chimes!



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    4 Proven Methods for Creating Wood Joints

    Make strong, long-lasting joints without needing years of woodworking expertise or a big budget.


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    15 Things You Should Do When You Find a Burst Pipe

    A burst pipe is the last thing anyone wants to tackle. But there are some quick temporary fixes you can...


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    14 Weekend Projects that Add to Home Value

    Not every project has to be big (or extremely expensive) to add value to your home. These done-in-a-weekend projects, for...

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    14 Ways to Add Space to Your Home that Won’t Break the Bank

    The best way to make sure any renovation project will pay off with additional square footage is to check with...


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    98 Home Repairs You Don’t Need to Call a Pro For

    You may think some home repairs are out of your league, but even beginner DIYers can handle many of these...


    What To Do with Your Old Computer

    You’ve probably gotten a few new computers through the years, but what have you done with the old ones? Instead...


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    Riveting Picture Hanger

    Here’s a better way to hang pictures and other light items on drywall.


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    The Best (and Worst) Projects for Your Home’s Resale Value

    Are you looking for a specific renovation project that will improve the resale value of your home? Your return on...


    What to Do with Your Old Exercise Equipment

    While some items such as free weights, kettle bells and resistance bands generally have long life spans, what do you...


    Quick Home Upgrades That Deliver Big Results

    Simple kitchen and bath improvements that will make your life easier



    Year-Round Home Maintenance Checklist

    Don't be caught off-guard! Maintaining your home is much easier than paying for big repairs. Look through this home maintenance...

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    Add Value to Your Home With These 12 Easy Upgrades

    Outfit your abode with these high-impact, low-budget projects.


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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.


    Avoid Frozen Sump Pump Pipes

    What seemed like an easy, inexpensive project could have turned out to be a costly disaster.


    Rain Barrel Diverters Protect Your Foundation From Overflows

    This simple valve on a rain barrel downspout diverter keeps your house protected.


    How Much Weight Can a Garage Truss Hold?

    As the seasons change, the challenge of indoor storage arises, and the garage becomes a hub for stashing belongings. A...


    11 Inviting Doormat Ideas That Will Jazz Up Your Entryway

    Wipe off dirty shoes and dress up your entryway with one of these front doormat ideas.

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    How to Paint a Front Door

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


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    Bathroom Cabinet Organizers: 10 Smart Ideas for Storage

    Maximize valuable storage space and organize bathroom cabinets with smart strategies and savvy organization products.


    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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    How to Clean Inside Car Windows

    Follow these steps to clean glass on the inside and get rid of fingerprints, smudges and the dust generated by...


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    5 Surefire Draft Stoppers You Need This Winter

    My 120-year-old house is a bit drafty, but I usually don’t mind. I like the idea of an easy exchange...


    Cute Dining Room Chandelier Ideas

    Your dining room chandelier should reflect not only your personality, but the room's as well. Whether your style is rustic,...