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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    How To Fix a Sinking Office Chair

    If your favorite office chair keeps sinking, don't toss it. Try this easy repair. In an hour or less, it'll...


    How To Build a Desk with Butcher Block and Pipes

    Made with black steel pipe and a piece of IKEA butcher-block countertop, this roomy pipe desk is the perfect home...


    All About Smart Door Locks: Keyless Entry, Bluetooth, and More

    You and your family may never have to worry about getting locked out of the house again. 'Smart' door locks-especially...


    Everything You Should Know About Smart Home Lighting

    Smart lights let you control a bulb remotely via an app on your phone, through a smart speaker or even...


    The Dirt on Dust Masks

    The more work you do without protection, the more damage you’re doing. So if you’re producing dust or using finishes...


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    5 Crucial Tips for Concrete Care 

    Here are five easy—and relatively inexpensive—ways to keep your concrete as strong as King Kong, according to Acid Magic.


    The Toilet Seat: A Brief History

    Toilet seats have come a long way.


    The Evolution of the Toilet Seat

    The toilet seat hasn't always been so simple...

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    How To Build a Classic Floor-To-Ceiling Bookcase

    Ornate styling, but simple to build.


    9 Ways To Transform Your Old Wall-Mounted Phone Jack

    Cover up old wall-mounted phone jack with one of these creative and practical ideas.


    What is a Chimney Pot?

    Although the top of the chimney isn't often on your mind as you sit in front of a fire, you...


    Fixing a Sewage Ejection Pump

    Before you call a plumber, test for a bad switch. It's a $20 fix you can do yourself.


    This Hack Is the Easiest Way to Get Wax Out of Carpet

    A pro shares his method on how to remove wax


    This Is Why You Need to Keep the Cap on When Recycling Plastic Bottles

    After you take the last sip, make sure to screw the cap back on before throwing it in the recycling...


    Why You Should Avoid the White Farmhouse Sink Trend

    While farmhouse sinks have become wildly popular, there are some major drawbacks to take into consideration before installing one in...


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    Garage Door Opener Reviews: LiftMaster 8500W Side Mount Opener

    Find out what we liked so much about the LiftMaster 8500W garage door opener in our review.


    How to Build a Screened-in Porch

    Add an enclosed screen porch to your house using basic framing and deck building techniques.

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    Stop Leaks in Plumbing Joints

    Foolproof methods for connecting valves, faucets and sinks, and drain parts.


    How to Make Homemade Laundry Detergent that Actually Works

    Making homemade laundry detergent can help save you money, not to mention you can eliminate harmful ingredients that can hurt...


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    5 Brilliant Ways to Repurpose a Kitchen Desk Space

    A trend of the past, the kitchen desk space has worn out its appeal. Not quite big enough to call...


    This Tool is a Beginner Woodworker’s Best Friend

    The easiest joining system out there that everyone from DIYers to professional cabinet makers adores.


    Shower Faucet Leaking? Here’s How to Fix It

    You don't have to replace the entire faucet just to repair a leaking shower head.


    How to Make Structural Repairs by Sistering Floor Joists

    Repair sagging or broken floor joists by “sistering” on a new joist

    34 Things Everyone Had in Their House in the ’80s

    Who can forget the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles? See these other fantastic items that are just SO '80s.


    How To Build a Porch Trellis Using Latticework

    Create a beautiful partition of privacy for your front porch.


    Caulk Tube Spout Saver

    Don’t discard half-used caulk tubes, slit the nozzle on both sides and pry out the plug. Find out how with...


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    Spray Foam Tube Cleaning

    Forget to clean the plastic tube and nozzle after using half a can of spray foam? Find out our spray...


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    How to Build a Platform Deck

    A detached, ground level deck is the easiest way to add useful space to your backyard.


    Why Insulated Window Glass Fogs

    When insulating glass goes bad.