How to Effectively Clean Mini Blinds
If you let your mini blinds build up too much dust and dirt, they can be impossible to clean. The...
7 Tips for Water Softener Maintenance
A water softener removes minerals from water; that means cleaner laundry, a longer life for water-using appliances, less mineral buildup...
KEEN Utility Boots
Keen is a footwear brand based in Portland, Oregon. We are big fans of their boots and wanted to find out...
30 Best-Ever Storage Tips
All homeowners face the never ending battle against clutter. And when we find a winning strategy, we share it with...
Clamping and Gluing Tips and Tricks
Health gurus say to "treat your body like a temple". Well, here at Construction Pro Tips we have a similar...
8 Brilliant Ways to Use a Razor Blade
Everyone knows you can use a utility razor blade to cut stuff, but this humble tool is one of the...
10 Wildflowers That Do Well in Home Gardens
Wildflowers are a good option for the gardener who wants plants to do the "heavy lifting" without a lot of...
10 Real-Life Wood Workbench Plans and Inspiration Photos
Fan Spotlight: These readers shared photos of their completed garage workbenches, many of which were built using our plans! Scroll...
23 Tips on How to Get Moisture Out of the Basement
Add some value to your home with a finished basement! Check out these tips for making sure you start...
21 Top Tool Storage Tips, Tricks and Ideas
DIYers tend to accumulate all kinds of tools for all kinds of projects. The key to staying efficient, though, is...
15 Home Maintenance Tips for the Fall Season
Getting your home in shape for cooler months isn't rocket science. Set aside some time now to complete these simple...
11 Sparkling Shrubs for Today’s Yards
Shrubs have come a long way since the days of "blink and you'll miss seeing it bloom" forsythias. Advances in...
36 Miter Saw Tips and Tool Reviews
A miter saw is an extremely useful home improvement tool. Learn something new about this workshop workhorse in the following...
11 Helpful Tips for Homeowners and DIYers
These DIY tips will help you fix it, maintain it and improve it.
Home Inspector Horror Stories
As you might imagine, home inspectors encounter all kinds of improvised, dangerous and bizarre fixes. And lucky for us, they...
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Our favorite DIY tools, materials + gear.
11 Tips on How to Finish Wood Trim
Get top-quality results with these tips from an experienced pro.
8 Kitchen Remodel Tips for a Happier Experience
Planning for a new kitchen? Use these tips to prevent expensive mistakes, eliminate headaches and get the kitchen you want!
8 Great Painting Tips
Use these tips to make your painting projects go quicker and stress-free.
All about Euro Hinges
They make cabinet doors easy!
28 Tips for Painting Almost Anything
You can transform just about anything with paint and a little imagination. Leather, concrete, appliances—you can paint them all! Here's...
28 Tips for Becoming a Master Plumber
Want to become a master plumber? Follow these tips.
10 Best Backyard Swimming Pools for the Home
There's nothing more soothing than jumping into cool, clear water on a hot day. In celebration of all things summer,...
Everything You Need for a Backyard Movie Theater
An outdoor movie night isn't just for a park or public lawn — you can create a DIY backyard movie...
10 Stone Patio Ideas
Patios are made for relaxing. Trying to find the perfect look for your patio shouldn't be stressful. Here are ten...
Garden Tool Storage Ideas
The right garden tools make gardening easier for sure. But where do you store all those tools? And how do...
8 Mechanic’s Tool Tips for DIYers
It's not only about having the right tools. These tool tips can show you when, where and how to use...
11 Outdoor Project Ideas with Plans
Improve your outdoor spaces no matter your budget, time or skill level with these projects from The Family Handyman. Browse...
12 Tips For a Proper Garage Clean Out
Is 'clean garage' always on your to-do list? You can check it off in just one weekend with these DIY...