House and Components

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to use a digital multimeter.

A backsplash isn't just for the kitchen. A backsplash will help protect the wall behind the sink from water damage...

Yes, it is possible for a child's bedroom to be tidy and uncluttered. The trick is to be thoughtful with...

It's important to conduct an occasional electrical safety check on your home. The process is quick and easy, and finding...

Keep your wool rug looking its best by cleaning it regularly. Here's how to do it yourself, and how to...

Breathe new life into your laminate countertops without suffering through a pricey replacement—resurface them instead!

Clean tough stains with the right tools and cleaners.

Step-by-step instructions on how to install a pre-made plastic laminate countertop in your kitchen or bathroom.

Marble is a timeless material, but cutting it can be daunting. Luckily, it doesn't have to be. Follow this easy...

Build a laminate countertop from scratch.

This is either the greatest product ever sold or a complete waste of $5. Find out if it works.

Our pro taper shares his three-day, step-by-step taping routine. He gave us some great tips that will help you end...

Building a shed this spring? Before you can even think about raising the walls, it’s imperative to have a solid...

Can't hear the doorbell from the back of the house? It's easy to correct that by adding a second doorbell...

Wire a remote sensor to operate light fixtures anywhere around the house.

Replace a standard lamp switch with an in line switch

LED lights use less energy, last longer and come in many different colors. If you've been attracted by LED lighting...

Replace a faulty phone jack in 10 minutes.

Replace a cranky old switch in about an hour.

Is your lamp cord coming loose at the plug? Here's how to replace a polarized plug safely and easily.

Do you know what makes a Magic Eraser magic? The stain-fighting sponge we all know and love is made from...

Shiplap refers to a special type of inter-locking board, similar to tongue-and-groove but with a tighter, overlapping fit. These wooden...

Three ways to fix a broken or fogged-up double paned window.

Tighten up drafty old windows with new glazing putty

Complete instructions for how to repair a broken double-hung window.

There is nothing complicated about this Billy bookcase hack. Just assemble, add some moldings and components, and paint.

Almost any wall can be removed-it's a matter of how much you're willing to spend

Don't replace casement windows—repair them!

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A veteran woodworker and a beginner team up to build a classic bookcase