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Most homeowners are concerned with how to keep pipes from freezing during the winter. But consider this situation contributing editor Kurt...

Great results, even in bad situations. We'll walk you through the best tips for DIY finish carpentry.

Stylish Arts-and-Crafts woodwork built up from simple oak boards

This Hack for Getting Rid of Ice Dams is a Total Bust

We've all been there: late at night, laying in bed and drifting off to sleep when suddenly the drip-drip of...

If you have a front-load washer, at least once a year you should take a few moments to do this...

Minor tweaks make a major difference in the finished wall

Save your hot water heater with a new thermocouple!

Installing Cat-5 and coaxial cable for Internet, computer, telephone and other uses.

Cut heat loss through the rim joists and tighten up your house with rigid foam insulation.

Learn how to frame a wall and avoid common framing errors with these pro tips on framing a wall.

The first step to prevent bathroom mold is keeping tile dry

Foam board insulation is a terrific alternative to fiberglass. Learn why, and where to use it.

Spray ceiling texture to add visual interest and hide imperfections. Keep reading to learn how to texture a ceiling and...

Simple repairs make sliding doors good as new. Learn sliding glass door repair.

Learn how to install tile — specifically, how to lay new ceramic tile over an old vinyl floor.

Renew dull trim in one weekend.

Fine tune your heating and cooling system

Window trim and door trim with old world elegance—it’s actually easier than standard trim.

Tricks for getting tight-fitting joints on door and window casings and on base moldings.

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High style with low-cost lumber — and a few tricks.

Pipe insulation can be used for more than just plumbing. Check out these tips for using pipe insulation in the...

Techniques for deck building, framing a deck, building stairs and railings and adding deck trim.

Tamp down the noise of your floors with this quick fix.

Is your roof marred by streaks and stains? Here's how to remove that ugly discoloration and keep it from coming...

Show off treasured wood—and lock other treasures inside with this keepsake box.

Learn how to clean hardwood floors naturally with household staples.

DIYers have devised ways to deal with ice dams more safely, including one of the most popular of these options:...

Avoid these cleaning mistakes for a sparkling, healthy bathroom.