What to Know About Digging Bars
Learn more about these versatile and powerful digging tools here.
15 Perfect Patio Designs
From entertaining spaces to cooking stations to areas designed for lounging, patios can add value and comfort to your home....
Buyer’s Guide To Flooring Options
Choosing flooring for your home involves decisions about style, durability and budget. Here are 11 flooring options, along with their...
28 Odd But Useful Tips All DIYers Need to Know
Here are 28 clever solutions from our readers and the DIY experts at The Family Handyman.
Game-Changing Drill Accessories That are Worth Every Penny
With these specialized attachments and bits, there's nothing you can't drill through.
40 Home Mysteries Explained
Stop racking your brain and learn how to solve these common home mysteries right now.
Can You Stain Pressure-Treated Wood?
Just because you used pressure-treated lumber doesn't mean your outdoor project has to stay green. Not only can you can...
Everything to Know About Sump Pump Battery Backups
A dead pump can lead to disaster. Here's how to avoid trouble
9 Super-Simple Toilet Tune-Ups
Check out these nine amazingly simple ways to optimize your flush.
What to Consider When Preparing Your Site for a Build
Before you can start building a cabin or home, you need to prepare the site. Here are the steps for...
Tips for Saving Money by DIYing Trim
Save hundreds by making your own DIY trim. Here's how to do it.
How to Make Easy DIY Trim
Make DIY trim and save a bundle over store-bought trim. Here's how.
Best Kit Homes for 2024
Kit homes can be a cost-effective way to build your perfect retreat, but be aware: Some assembly is required.
10 Best Full Sun Perennials that Thrive in Sunny Spots
Have a sunny spot where you could use a bright splash of color? Start with these 10 popular sun-loving perennials.
What to Know About Finishing Your Attic’s Flooring
Got an unfinished attic you'd like to convert to living space? Flooring matters. Learn which attic flooring approach makes sense...
10 Best Pool Privacy Plants to Perfect Your Outdoor Oasis
Add ambiance, color and fragrance to your pool surroundings. These plants help make any poolscape attractive and inviting.
Best Classic Paint Colors for Kitchens
Select a classic kitchen color combination from among these top five perennial favorites, as chosen by interior designers and color...
Best Paints for Kitchen Cabinets and Types to Revamp Your Space
Choosing the best paint for kitchen cabinets doesn't have to be difficult. Learn about the best paint, according to an...
7 Deck Paint and Stain Color Ideas
Create the deck of your dreams with these paint and stain color ideas — tried and true, beautiful blue and...
How to Customize Garage Cabinets for More Storage
Our garages are multitaskers. Vehicle storage, workshop, tool organizer and hangout space for friends and family. For this garage to...
10 Dwarf Trees for Your Backyard
Dwarf trees offer beauty and edible fruit without taking up much yard space. Learn what dwarf trees are and discover...
What To Know About Exterior Wood Stain
Tired of maintaining an outdoor wood finish that peels? Exterior wood stain provides the same protection without the headaches.
5 Best Ceiling Paints
Painting a ceiling isn't as difficult as you might think. With the right paint and a few helpful hints, you...
How To Build a Swing-Out Countertop
Need more counter space in your workshop? Here's a DIY solution.
8 Bad Measuring Habits You Should Drop
Consistently making bad cuts and wasting material? A bad measuring habit may be the cause. Learn about mistakes you may...
Hillside Landscaping Ideas for a Sloped Yard
Take advantage of a steep or hilly yard with these gorgeous landscaping ideas.
What’s the Difference Between Interior and Exterior Paint?
They're both intended to beautify our homes, but it's important to know the difference between interior and exterior paint. Let's...
Can You Use Exterior Paint Inside?
Can you use exterior paints indoors? What about interior paints on outdoor projects? We lay out the facts.
Best Wood Stain Colors For Interior And Exterior Surfaces
Here are eight of the best wood stain colors according to interior designers, color experts and DIYers.