House and Components

A house is much more than just a collection of rooms. Here’s everything that goes into making your house a home.

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    4 Best Energy Efficient Storm Doors For A Secure Home

    Storm doors protect your exterior door from the elements while adding light, ventilation and insulation. Here are the best options...


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    How to Build a Dynamic Accent Wall

    Turn a blank wall into a showpiece that transforms the entire room!


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    What’s the Secret That Keeps Dollar Store Prices So Low?

    Ever wonder how a dollar store can turn a profit with such low prices? A lot of it has to...


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    Foam Outlet Insulation Stops Cold Air Coming Through Electrical Outlets

    Stop drafts cold at electrical boxes with these easy foam outlet insulation tips.


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    How to Winterize With Garage Door Bottom Seal Replacement

    Prepare for the winter with garage door bottom seal replacement by installing new weather seals, replacing rotted trim and renewing...


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    How to Repair a Broken Pipe in Your Home

    A quick and easy, no-soldering fix for your burst pipe.


    The 10 Best Nightstands for Small Spaces

    If your bedroom is narrow, you need a small nightstand that won't take up much real estate while providing storage....


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    How To Build a Raised Dog Bed

    Keep your dog off the furniture and up off the cold floor.

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    Storm Door Buying Guide

    A storm door protects your home from the elements, extends the life of your front door and aids ventilation. Here's...


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    The Best Gutter Cleaning Tools Recommended by Pros

    Is "clean the gutters" on your to-do list this weekend? Before you start, make sure you have the tools you...


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    12 Best Desks for Small Spaces

    Think you don't have room for an office space? Think again. These beautiful desks for small spaces can fit anywhere!


    A Pro Carpenter’s Guide to Framing Basement Walls

    A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a professional framing carpenter how to...


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    12 Best Storage and Organization Products for Small Bathrooms

    Got a small bathroom? A professional organizer rounds up some of the best small bathroom storage ideas for clearing...


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    Best Pillow Arrangements for Any Bed

    Some Family Handyman pillow talk: Tactics for how to arrange pillows on any bed. A little style, a little substance...


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    Small Kitchen Space-Saving Tips

    Make your small kitchen work and feel bigger with these space-saving ideas


    10 Small Bathroom Ideas That Make a Big Impact

    There are some simple things you can do to make your small bathroom feel bigger—including some tricks that take just...


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    10 Best Small Space Appliances

    Combining functionality, compactness and style, these are the best appliances for your small kitchen and beyond.

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    7 Tips to Take Care of Your Septic System

    Maintaining a home's septic system may seem like a daunting and stinky task, but it's really not. Being mindful of...


    The 5 Best Roof Snow Rake Picks for Ice Removal, Tested by a Snow Expert

    Excessive roof snow can become dangerously heavy and lead to destructive ice dams. Remove some of that ice...


    Cozy and Compact: 7 Best Couches for Small Spaces

    Finding the right couch for a small space is difficult—but you don’t have to sacrifice style or comfort for a...


    5 Products to Have on Hand for Winterizing Your Home

    Here are five things you’ll want to have on hand for winterizing your home and keeping you and your family...



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    How to Cope Joints for Wood Corner Trim

    Professional techniques for coping perfect molding and trim joints.

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    How to Soundproof a Room

    Cut down on the noise coming into or going out of your living area with these proven sound-dampening materials and...


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    How to Repair a Gas Fire Pit

    How to inspect and fix your gas fire pit.


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    Homeowner’s Guide to Buying a Thermostat

    Need a new thermostat? Before the winter chill sets in, upgrade to one that will regulate the heat in your...


    Tips and Techniques for Finishing Trim

    Achieving a flawless finish is all about proper prep, taking the correct steps, and applying the right product with quality...


    How to Clean a Gas Fireplace

    Important annual gas fireplace maintenance.


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    What to Know About Chimineas

    A terracotta or metal chiminea stove can provide a warm, attractive and socially distanced gathering spot in your backyard or...