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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    Everything to Know About Ball Bearing Hinges

    Learn about what makes ball bearing hinges the silent workhorses of the hinge world and how you might want to...


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    How to Build a Murphy Bed that Easily Transforms into a Desk

    From home office to guest room in seconds.


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    Best Storage Beds and Hidden Storage Beds to Keep You Organized in 2024

    Storage might not always be synonymous with style, but it is possible. Elegant solutions to space-saving and organization exist, right...


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    Should You Do Your Own Electrical Work?

    Handy homeowners do electrical work all the time. With the right tools and knowledge, you can increase your skills safely...


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    18 Small Laundry Room Storage Ideas

    These small laundry room storage ideas make the most of every inch of space you have in your laundry or...


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    10 Tips to Survive a Blackout

    A power outage is more than an inconvenience; it can lead to expensive repairs and may even be dangerous to...


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    10 Tips for Dealing With Water Damage, Mold and Mildew

    We'll walk you through how to prevent mold after water damage.


    8 Most Common Electric Mistakes Found in Home Inspections

    Any number of problems can be found in a home inspection, but these electrical issues should not be overlooked.

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    13 Silent Signs Your Furnace Needs Repair

    If your furnace is beginning to show signs that it's struggling to keep up with maintaining a comfortable temperature, you'd...


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    5 Things to Consider Before Painting a Chalkboard Wall

    Chalkboard paint (which is not the same as chalk paint) is fun, versatile and easy to use.


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    DIY Wooden Garage Cabinets & Plans

    Inexpensive, enormous and surprisingly easy to build


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    10 Unique Ideas for Decorating Tall Walls

    The 10-foot ceilings hooked you and you signed on the dotted line. But now what do you do with those...


    The Best Carpet Cleaning Machines for Your Home

    For dirt, stains and everyday messes, what's the best carpet steam cleaner? Here are our picks for best carpet cleaners,...


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    Brilliant Solutions for Repairing Ceilings

    We know these products work—because we use them!


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    11 Tips to Prevent Water Damage to Your House While You’re Away

    Water damage from frozen pipes, ruptured washer hoses, leaking supply lines and dripping water heaters costs billions every year. This...


    28 Handy Hints for Removing Hard-to-Remove Stuff

    From scratches, clogged drains, stains, permanent marker and lots in between, we'll show you some of our proven methods for...


    Everything to Know About Barrel Hinges

    Barrel hinges function so discretely and out of sight, you could very well call them the true hidden gems of...

    Why Are Some Rooms in My House Hotter (Or Colder) Than Others?

    Heating and cooling systems in a home are complicated. Learn more about making sure your AC system is balanced here.


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    How to Extend Your Water Heater’s Lifespan

    A little preventive maintenance keeps the hot water flowing and extends your water heater's lifespan.


    How To Plunge a Toilet the Right Way, According to Experts

    A plunger can easily clear most toilet clogs, as long as it's the right type. Here's how to do it...


    Everything to Know About Concealed Hinges

    Beautiful and useful, here's how you can add some concealed-hinge magic to your home.


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    10 Most Common Plumbing Code Violations DIYers Make

    Violating code can also cause serious difficulties down the line if you try to sell your house or make major...


    How To Safely Get Rid of Modern Lightbulbs

    Wondering how to safely dispose of newer CFL and LED light bulbs? We've got the answers you need!

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    8 Ways to Organize and Store Plastic Bags

    Have a barrage of plastic bags fly out of your cabinet every time you open it? Put an end to...


    10 Bathroom Tile Trends That We Love

    See 10 fresh, new bathroom tile trends in these gorgeous spaces we found on Instagram.


    Epoxy Garage Flooring Tips

    An accurate slab moisture test is the key to a long-lasting floor


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    Why You Shouldn’t Use Extension Cords for Space Heaters

    Heating is the second leading cause of house fires (behind cooking), according to the NFPA. In most cases, those fires...


    Efficient Workshop Essentials: Best Hardware and Screw Organizers Reviewed

    When it comes to sorting and storing the nuts and bolts of your life, a hardware organizer will get the...


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    10 Silent Signs Your House Has a Major Electrical Problem

    These warning signs aren't loud, but they are serious. Here are quiet clues that your home may have a major...