Melina Gillies

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For more than seven decades, Family Handyman has been providing its audience with ideas, inspiration and step-by-step directions on how to maintain and enhance indoor and outdoor living spaces. In addition to having our own staff of experts, we hire individuals whose skills have been honed through years of experience in the building, plumbing and electrical trades, and as passionate homeowners who have translated DIY (do it yourself) skills into careers as respected creators.

Articles

A vibrant orange front door with a decorative archway. The house exterior is pale yellow with white trim. A small American flag is placed in a pot with plants on the porch, and greenery surrounds the entrance.

15 Front Door Colors That Will Give Your Home Instant Curb Appeal

Let these stunning colors inspire your next front door makeover.

A turquoise bathroom cabinet with ornate knobs sits under a marble countertop, reflecting in a circular mirror, near a white toilet and a wall map.

12 Astonishing DIY Bathroom Vanity Makeovers

There's no doubt that bathroom renovations are expensive. But, with a little elbow grease and patience, you can save lots of money by tackling your own DIY bathroom vanity makeover.

A woman adjusts a digital thermostat on a wall in a well-lit kitchen, surrounded by plants and a lamp in the background.

12 Ideas to Keep Your House Cooler in the Summer

AC not quite cutting it? Here are 12 ways to help keep your home cool when the temperatures rises.