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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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    10 Clever Ways to Foil Porch Pirates

    More than 25 million Americans have their packages stolen right from their doorsteps by porch pirates each year—don't be one...


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    How to Fix a Leaking Frost-Proof Faucet

    Check out these fixes for common faucet problems


    Sink Sprayer Leaking? Here’s How to Fix It

    Is your sink sprayer leaking? Diagnose and cure pullout sprayer problems with this step-by-step guide.


    How to Replace a Shower Drain From the Top

    A leaky shower drain can wreak havoc on the framing underneath. If you have a plastic shower base, you can...


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    Basement Drain Backing Up? Here’s How to Unclog It

    Clearing a clogged drain line requires a little more work than most household clogs, but with a little know-how, you...


    How To Splice Drain Pipes with Mission Couplings

    Save time and trouble with mission couplings.


    12 Things Your Plumber Wants You To Know

    Reduce the chances of a plumbing emergency and keep costs under control when one occurs with these tips from our...


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    How to Install an Outdoor Faucet

    Stop lugging around that hose

    What You Need to Know About Exterior French Doors

    French doors remain a popular design choice for the very reason they were born: They transcend function to become a...


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    Should You Paint Trim, Walls or Ceilings First?

    Should you paint trim or walls first? Professional painters share their secrets for producing a great-looking interior paint job. The...


    Don’t Hang Anything on Your Walls Until You Read These 9 Tips

    Even the most beautiful painting or photo will look out of place if it's not hung properly. These tips will...


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    Winter Checklist: 25 Things Every Homeowner Should Get Done Right Now

    You’ll definitely regret not checking these items off of your to-do list BEFORE winter arrives.


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    How to Paint a Ceiling

    A professional home painter shares his tips for painting both smooth and textured ceilings, with equipment recommendations and tricks of...


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    Secret Hiding Places You’ve Never Thought Of

    Got some cash or valuables to hide? Try one of these clever, simple ways to hide those items from all...


    The Ins and Outs of Working with Liquid Flashing

    Liquid flashing has been showing up on more jobsites around the nation. That’s because it works. Liquid flashing costs more...


    13 Framing Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs

    Build your walls straight, sturdy and plumb with these great tips.


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    How to Build an Under-Deck Roof

    Inexpensive roof panels keep it dry down below

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    Paint Roller Techniques and Tips

    Paint faster and smoother with the right rolling techniques


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    14 Super-Simple Workbenches You Can Build

    Every home workshop (even if it's just a sliver of your garage) needs a quality workbench. One of these 14...


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    15 Kitchen Cabinet Organizers That Will Change Your Life

    If you're lacking kitchen storage space and need a quick fix, try these unique kitchen cabinet organizers.


    What are Retractable Screens?

    What are Retractable Screens?


    Top 30 Mistakes DIYers Make When Remodeling a Kitchen

    Get out of your own way by not falling for these kitchen remodeling mistakes.


    11 Kitchen Cabinet Installation Tips From a Professional

    Even the most experienced cabinet installers might learn a thing or two from this list of kitchen cabinet installation tips...

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    29 Simple Ways to Make Your Workbench Work Harder

    These ingenious workbench upgrades will make a huge difference in your workshop efficiency. And they’re easy to DIY!


    Wall Stencils Are Back In Style! Here are 15 We Love

    Whether a bold accent or a muted, texturized wall is your goal, these stencils will bring trendy, chic and unique...


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    15 Things You Should Know Before Doing DIY Electrical Work

    Don't do any DIY electrical work if you're not fully educated on the subject. Here is some essential knowledge...


    The Pros and Cons of Wooden Front Doors

    This guide will help you decide if a wooden front door is the right choice for your home, lifestyle and...


    How to Declutter Your Kitchen Right Now

    The high-traffic kitchen is the heart of the home, and as such it's often a mess. Here's how to get...


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    Cheap Flooring Ideas: 10 Best Low-Cost Alternatives to Hardwood Flooring

    Flooring is one expense that can eat up a large portion of a remodel budget, but you don't have to...