House and Components

Don’t throw away a perfectly good shirt because of...

Wondering how to fix squeaky floors? We'll shwo you how to find the source and fix it. Plus, you don't...

Vinyl floors are low-maintenance, but that doesn't mean no-maintenance. Here's our essential guide for cleaning your vinyl flooring.

Solution to a leak around the water valve shut-off handle

Chances are, you have a spice cabinet that is unorganized, making it difficult to find what you need when you...

4 steps to an odor-free dishwasher

These myths might make you think tankless water heaters aren't effective!

Learn the best ways to clean soap scum, mineral deposits, water spots, stubborn stains and water staining in the bathroom.

When your air conditioning, heating or ventilation systems go on the fritz, it can seem like you’ll have to put...

If you think of the unpretentious tension rod as something that does little more than hold up curtains, think again....

As long as you don't block the air flow and you make sure the AC unit is accessible, covering that...

Send heavy loads to the attic—with the press of a button

We've accumulated a fair amount of great tips over the years, so check out 21 of our favorite handy hints...

You probably already have a home maintenance checklist: Replace the furnace filter each season, shut off water spigots before...

You want an accent wall that adds more than just a pop of color. You can paint a design that...

Turns out, using steam mops on some floors can do more harm than good. Here's why you should avoid steam...

Don't give up hope on your favorite sconce, extension cord or other electrical thing when it stops working! You can...

These gorgeous basement bars will have you inspired to build out your own space!

Every year, 15 million pounds of drywall are produced in the U.S. Most of it goes on walls, but around...

Fix your lumpy pillow problem and finally get a good night's sleep.

Add dramatic under cabinet lighting in a weekend without tearing up your walls to install the wiring.

We scoured the shelves of paint stores, surfed the internet and picked the brains of painting pros to...

No one loves laundry day, but lying in petri dish of germs and bacteria is even less appealing.

Here's a much easier way to rusty tools than scraping and sanding them. Pour white vinegar into a can and...

Choose the right liner and you'll never regret taking a few minutes to protect your shelves, your drawers and your...

A floating shelf is strong, quick to build, with no visible supports and made from only two parts

A snap-together fastening system simplifies laminate floor laying. No glue, no nails. You can do it in a weekend.

A new door in 1 day? Let our old pro teach you a few new tricks!

Build this homemade wall shelf before lunch and spray on the finish after dinner