Skills

Interior designers and color experts agree: If you want a top color for your interior, turn to nature.

These bad DIY habits might be costing you more than just time and money.

Everything you wanted to know about breaker panels and more. A veteran electrical inspector answers your questions.

Learn how to build concrete steps that look fantastic and will last 100 years.

No matter which trade you're in, eventually you're going to tackle a project that requires fastening to bricks, blocks or...

How would you like to be able to frame a perfectly straight wall each and every time? It's possible with...

Tearing out a wall or taking a jackhammer to concrete can be great for stress relief, and doing this labor-intensive...

With beginner's projects to develop your skills and confidence, as well as something to challenge the expert, these woodworking projects...

Whether you want your machine to go faster or have more style, these tips for tricking out your lawn mower...

Here's how to decide which hammer will work best for you and your construction needs.

People are seeking simpler times and are learning vintage skills to do so. These old school life skills are making...

A good framing crew makes drywall hangers whistle while they work. Follow these great hanging suggestions, and you can make...

Not all hammer heads are created equal. But which one is the best?

A reciprocating saw is a powerful, versatile tool. We’ll show you a few tricks to help you get more out...

Want to build a cabinet with joints that are both strong and invisible? Read this step-by-step guide on how to...

From luxury mountainside cabins with a view to simple handcrafted log homes, there are cabins for just about every style...

A metal brake is the tool for bending custom metal flashing and decorative trim. Every siding contractor and most roofers...

Whether you want to buy or DIY, these picnic tables will give you plenty of inspiration.

There’s an art to removing trim. Learn how to salvage the trim you want, while keeping the collateral damage to...

A healthy roof is one of the most important parts of your home. These bad roof maintenance habits could cost...

Renovations for concrete can cost what feels like a mini fortune. But this foam material can fix those concrete problems...

Get your weekend workout and an attractive, hard-working wall with this DIY-friendly project

Read on as we walk you through all the steps, from choosing the paint to cleaning up when you're done.

Here's a quick little rundown on what to know about coping trim for inside corners.

Is your weather-worn fence ready for a makeover? From white picket to rugged cedar, here are the top-rated paints for...

Moisture creates a breeding ground for unhealthy mold and mildew. Here are the best mold- and mildew-resistant paints to use...

Have you considered installing artificial grass instead of the real thing? Here's what you should know about this convenient, controversial...

Before you attempt any DIY electrical work, learn the habits and best practices that are second nature to professional electricians.

The electrical code gets revised every three years. Here's what the 2023 version has to say about installing new kitchen...