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    We Tried Benjamin Moore’s 2021 Paint Color of the Year

    Aegean Teal caught the attention of our team here at Family Handyman. Here's why we love it.


    Compare All the Paint Colors of the Year for 2024

    All there is to know and love about this year's crop of paint Colors of the Year, plus ideas on...


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    Choosing Your Best Heating System for the House

    Find the best heating system for your home by learning what's available and how they compare.


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    What You Need to Know About Building Permits

    Whether your next home improvement project is big or small, you might need a building permit. Read this before you...


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    How to Put In a Window: Installing Windows and Flashing Them

    A comprehensive guide to window installation from a Marvin Windows expert


    How to Be a Good HVAC System Owner

    So, you bought — or perhaps inherited — an...


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    Best Methods for Sawdust Collection in a Workshop

    The top fittings, filters, methods and other accessories for turning your vacuum into a sawdust collection tool in your workshop.


    Survey: Home Improvement Spending On the Rise in 2022

    A new survey from Home Advisor provides key insight into how American households are spending money on their homes in...

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    7 Things Professional Electricians Never Do in Their Own Homes

    Getting ready to embark on some DIY electrical work? Think safety first and dodge these common mishaps pro electricians know...


    How to Build (And Make Money With) a Handyman Side Gig

    If you're a handy person in need of extra cash, discover how to start and grow a successful handyman side...


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    The Best Cordless Circular Saws of 2024-24 – A Handyman’s Buying Guide

    Find out which circular saw is best suited for you.


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    Testing the Strongest Construction Adhesives

    Overwhelmed by all of the choices in the construction adhesive aisle? We put ten different adhesive formulas to the test...


    Best Caulk & Sealant Guide: Popular Types of Caulk and How To Choose

    When it comes to choosing the best caulk for a job there are a lot of options. Find out how...


    A Pro Carpenter’s Guide to Framing Basement Walls

    A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a professional framing carpenter how to...


    How to Make Safer, Better Cuts on a Miter Saw

    Our expert, Jerome Worm, has been using a miter saw every day for 30 years. He explains how to get...


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    5 Best Places to Buy Paint Online for Your Next DIY Project

    Who knew the best place to buy paint was from your couch? These online retailers will deliver to your doorstep—no...


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    How to Become a Certified Tile Flooring Installer

    Becoming a tile setter can lead to a career with steady work, good wages and visible results clients appreciate.

    The Science Behind Concrete and Why it Matters for Pros

    Ever wonder what concrete is really made of? Read this and find out.


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    5 Insulation Mistakes to Avoid

    Insulation keeps your home the temperature you want — as long as it's installed correctly. Here are five common insulation...


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    10 Landscaping and Gardening Myths You Need to Stop Believing

    A lot of good gardening advice has been passed down through the generations, but some erroneous recommendations have trickled down...


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    Why High-Performance Furnace Filters May Ruin the Blower

    Adapt your ductwork design to ensure adequate system airflow for homeowners who intend to use their blower filter as a...


    27 Inspiring DIY Tiny Homes Built With Recycled Materials

    The DIY tiny house movement is all about reducing consumption. Check out some tiny homes that took it a step...


    How Contractors Can Work With Property Managers to Gain Business

    Property managers who need to solve home issues for hundreds of tenants can provide contractors with an endless stream of...

    Best Practices for Communicating With Customers

    Construction projects change rapidly. Effective communication with your customer can make or break your relationship and affect your business.


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    How to Install a Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner

    Installing cooling is surprisingly easy with a mini-split system. Here, we'll show you how to do it yourself.


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    12 Useful Home Depot Shopping Tips

    The Home Depot offers a wealth of materials, resources and a customer-friendly return policy. But there are a few secrets...


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    A Home for Pros

    We're proud to introduce Handyman Pro, the latest member to join our growing Family Handyman family! In this space, we...


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    8 Carpentry Tips and Advice From Actual Professionals

    We asked carpentry pros who have spent years sawing through 2x4's and pounding nails to pass along some of the...


    How to Become a House Painter

    People who learn how to become a house painter share a common endpoint: entrance into a rewarding, high-demand career.