Skills

Learn how to use the ancient Japanese wood burning technique of shou sugi ban to create a unique shiplap accent...

Check out these brilliant faux painting techniques DIYers can use on a variety of different surfaces. These tips will save...

Gray paint has been at the top of the color trends for a few years, and it's not going anywhere....

The rise in popularity of chalk-based refinishing paints has made it easier than ever to take on a paint project...

It’s the age-old tale: Do it yourself, or hire a professional?

Find the right exterior paint color for your home and check out tips on how to paint a home exterior

Whether you're working with wood, metal or plastic outdoor furniture, here are 17 tips to consider when taking on this...

Make your ceiling pop! The painted ceiling trend will bring your room's style up a notch.

Revive your house with one of these popular home exterior paint choices.

Ditch your plan of installing marble, granite, quartz or butcher block countertops so you can reimagine your kitchen featuring the...

Toilets aren’t the only clog-prone fixture homeowners have to deal with. Check out what else is susceptible to clogging—and how...

Want a brick or stone accent wall without the commitment and hassle of masonry? Try this DIY faux brick accent...

Joanna Gaines Releases a New Line of Paint. Here Are The Colors.

Innovations aim to make roofing materials more lightweight, durable and easier to install. Here, a team of contractors discusses recent...

Save money by doing simple plumbing repairs yourself. These fixes are completely DIY with basic tools and skills.

Want to build something new? Check out these attractive, useful projects you can build! The best part is that they...

Use pipe thread sealant on plastic, rubber or metal, on washers, rings or gaskets, and especially, on anything that has...

Pruning a tree is a lot easier if you have the right tools. Here's everything you need to know about...

Cool down your house in summer and maximize your air conditioner's efficiency. These trees will quickly throw some shade your...

Learn more about these versatile and powerful digging tools here.

From entertaining spaces to cooking stations to areas designed for lounging, patios can add value and comfort to your home....

Choosing flooring for your home involves decisions about style, durability and budget. Here are 11 flooring options, along with their...

Here are 28 clever solutions from our readers and the DIY experts at The Family Handyman.

With these specialized attachments and bits, there's nothing you can't drill through.

Stop racking your brain and learn how to solve these common home mysteries right now.

Just because you used pressure-treated lumber doesn't mean your outdoor project has to stay green. Not only can you can...

When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....

A dead pump can lead to disaster. Here's how to avoid trouble

Check out these nine amazingly simple ways to optimize your flush.