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Apply painter's tape faster and more effectively so you can start painting sooner and make fewer mistakes.

Make your paint job last longer with these pro tips

We spoke to a former lead carpenter to find out the five things he wishes he had known before his...

This guide will advise you on how to clean a paint sprayer to extend its life and performance.

Here's what you need to know about DIY spray foam and why it's generally not a good idea.

Keeping dust under control results in clean jobsites and healthy lungs. Here are some great ways you can minimize and...

Never worked with two-part spray foam insulation before? Here's a guide on how to spray foam insulation with no mess...

Electrical inspector John Williamson gives a quick rundown of the requirements for outdoor and garage receptacles.

Watch out for these key signs of dangerous electrical outlets.

Replacing a hardwired smoke alarm is a piece of cake. Learn how from a veteran home inspector in this story.

What types of receptacle outlets are required by the code?

If you have an uneven concrete slab, you could replace it or cover it with leveling compound. But consider grinding...

Airless paint sprayers are by far the most efficient way to paint. Learn more about how to use and the...

Stapling shingles may be an easy roofing solution, but is not the most effective way to attach shingles to a...

A style and trend expert helps to simplify the head-scratching and often frustrating process of choosing kitchen cabinet hardware

A simple system for installing flat and level pavers

Installing a pocket door lock is essential for maximum home safety. A professional carpenter details his pocket door hardware installation...

Horizontal boring, trenchless digging, directional drilling- whatever you want to call it, this just might be the solution you were...

Rules and regulations regarding electrical service masts vary depending what part of the country you live in. When in doubt,...

I've seen these same mistakes made over and over. The solution for every one is simple. Let me show you....

A roofing pro explains the ten things you should look for when hiring someone to roof a house

Pro tricks for air-tight joints.

Good finishing techniques will make a slab look great for a while, but proper ground prep will keep it looking...

Create a gorgeous stone veneer interior accent wall. We'll show you how, step by step.

Here is an easier, more precise method you can use to cut crown molding while it's flat on a miter...

Oriented Strand Board (OSB) doesn't look as good as plywood, but the two are virtually equal in terms of structural...

Skim coating rejuvenates old walls, making them look new again.

Roof venting 101

A mini-split system can add year-round comfort to any home, and they can be installed just about anywhere. Check out...