

9 Things Carpenters Always Do Working On Their Homes
Ever wonder what practices, principles, tools and materials pro carpenters can't live without? Discover nine of them so you can...


Which Floor Wax, Polish or Sealant Is Right for the Floors In Your Home?
Don't make the wrong choice! Find the best floor wax, polish, sealant or cleaning solution depending on the type of...


How to Clean a Chimney
Cleaning tips for a wood-burning fireplace chimney.


What You Need to Know About Your Septic System’s Drainfield
Knowing how to care for and maintain your drainfield will keep your entire septic system running properly.


The Best Colors for Small Bathrooms
These are the top paint color choices for making a small bathroom look bigger.


How to Fix a Leaking Shutoff Valve
Fix a leaking shutoff valve and save yourself the cost of a visit from the plumber.


9 New Paint Colors and Trends in 2022
Is it time to repaint your house? Here are the top up-and-coming trends recommended by industry pros.


How to Spray Paint Kitchen Cabinets
Get a pro-quality look with a DIY budget


How To Remove Rust from Metal
Learn three ways how to remove rust from metal and two ways to prevent rust from coming back

How to Connect Gas Pipe Lines
Use the correct fittings for a safe gas hook-up


How to Choose and Use Primer
Solve common paint coverage problems with these expert tips for choosing and using primer


6 Things Professional Plumbers Never Do in Their Own Homes
Taking good care of the plumbing in your home is important to say the least, and that includes knowing what...

Things You Should Never Do With Power Strips
Our lives depend on electricity, and we never seem to have enough places to plug in. Use power strips safely...

How Do You Know When to Replace Circular Saw Blades?
Has your circular saw been struggling to cut lately? Here's how to tell when your saw blade is dull and...


17 Most Common Carpentry Mistakes Beginners Make
We talked to a pro to learn the most common mistakes made by carpentry beginners to help you bend the...


How to Build an Easy DIY Folding Table
Build a solid, durable folding table in a day.


How to Fix a Cracked Window
The keys to success here are a good putty knife and a quality glazing compound.


DIY Shaker Cabinet Doors
A table saw is all you need!


9 Bathroom Plumbing Mistakes to Avoid
Getting ready to fix a toilet, shower or sink? Then it's the perfect time to acquaint yourself with these common...


How to Remove Paint from Concrete and Other Stains
Remove oil and grease stains from concrete using TSP and other cleaners.


What’s the Difference Between Ice Melt and Rock Salt?
If you live in area where winter means lots of slippery ice, learning when and how to use ice melt...


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 Use a Drain Bladder to Blast Any Sink Clog
Learn how to use a drain bladder to quickly, easily and affordably clear the toughest sink clogs.


How to Stain Wood
Get a perfect finish on even hard-to-stain woods like cherry and pine

Interior Trim Work Basics
All the trim basics from start to finish, plus a clever way to get those miters tight

How To Build a Shower Pan
Learn how to DIY a custom-sized, waterproof pan for a tile shower by following these step-by-step instructions.

5 Electrical Projects DIYers Should Not Take On
We know our readers love to DIY, but when it comes to electrical work there are some projects better left...

How to Use Cheap Electrical Testers and Voltage Detectors
Every DIYer should have these three inexpensive electrical testing devices. They're handy even when you aren't doing electrical work.


10 Most Common Flooring Installation Mistakes
Seasoned installers call out common shortcomings when installing flooring of all kinds.