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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    What to Know About Paintable Wallpaper

    Looking to make a splashy upgrade to a room in your house? Then you might want to consider paintable wallpaper.


    Do You Need a Gutter Cleaning Robot?

    Cleaning gutters is a daunting, unpleasant, yet important, task. Have you considered having a gutter cleaning robot do this work...


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    Get the Look Ikea Hack: Mid-Century Modern Console

    Customize store-bought 'RTA' furniture to look like high-end pieces with this brilliant Ikea hack.


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    A How-To Guide on Recessed Lighting Installation

    Installing recessed lighting, even in the toughest situation—by fishing wires.


    5 Things You Need to Know About Vermiculite

    If your home was built before 1990, you might have vermiculite insulation in your walls or attic.


    Reader Project: Kids Jeep Bed

    These adorable Jeep kids beds were designed and built by reader John Forck for his son and neighbor’s daughter. What...


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    Saturday Morning Workshop: How To Build A Folding Stool

    Build a few of these small folding stools in an afternoon, and take them out camping or to sit around...


    How To Build Simple Box Shelves for Your Entryway

    Customize and finish these super-simple box shelves for any room in the house.

    How To Build a Ladder Shelf

    This stylish but sturdy leaning ladder shelf unit will neatly hold your stuff—and...


    How to Recycle Old Tools

    You're doing a bit of decluttering and find you have some old tools in the garage or workshop that are...


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    11 Ways to Keep Your Workshop Neat and Tidy

    Make your time in the workshop more productive by keeping a clutter-free and clean workshop with these tried-and-true tips.


    Garage Shelving Plans: DIY Hardware Organizer

    Store all your fasteners and hardware in these flexible, portable and possibly free...


    How to Use Insulated Can Lights in Ceilings

    How an airtight recessed fixture saves energy and protects your roof for optimum cathedral ceiling lighting.


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    How To Build a Workbench for Small Spaces

    This simple garage workbench folds out to make a spacious benchtop and folds...


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    10 Great Workbench Upgrades

    We looked at all of our clever workbench upgrades and narrowed it down to these 10 winners. Each one helps...


    How to Build a Compact Folding Workbench with Storage

    Fit a huge work area into a small space with this folding workbench.


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    17 Affordable Garage Updates You Can Do Yourself

    If you've been neglecting your garage, it's time to pay attention and give that hard-working space the garage upgrades...

    8 Knife Holders More Unique Than a Knife Block

    Magnetic strips, clear knife holders and even in-drawer blocks are amazing alternatives to the traditional knife block.


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    Electrical Box Basics All Homeowners Should Know

    With the variety of different electrical boxes available at home centers, how do you know what to buy? Don’t worry, it’s...


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    10 Curb Appeal Landscaping Ideas You Can DIY

    Looking to boost your curb appeal? These front yard landscaping ideas are simple, affordable and will give your home a...


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    Keep Your Measuring Cups Organized

    Keep your kitchen drawers organized with this Handy Hint!


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    Tips for Painting Kitchen Cabinets

    The best choices for cabinet paints


    Removing Mold From Walls

    The best solution is to find the cause.

    How to Get Rid of Woodpeckers: Woodpecker Deterrents

    While woodpeckers are easy on the eyes and favorites of birdwatchers, you really don't want them around your home. Woodpeckers...


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    10 Cleaning Mistakes That Actually Make Homes Dirtier

    From misusing cleaners to spreading germs, bad cleaning habits are hard to break. Learn how to avoid these common cleaning...


    Is it Better to Hand Wash Dishes or Use the Dishwasher?

    When it comes to washing dishes—believe it or not—as long as you have a newer model dishwasher, it's better to...


    10 Tips on How to Spray Foam Insulation

    Never worked with two-part spray foam insulation before? Here's a guide on how to spray foam insulation with no mess...


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    Fixing a Sensitive Arc Fault Circuit Breaker

    How to diagnose and fix an arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) problem.


    Most Overlooked Electrical Fire Hazards in Your Home

    Sometimes, electrical hazards lurk out of sight. Learn how to spot them and what you can do to make your...