House and Components

Before you replace the entire window, check to see if the problem is with the casement window hardware. You can...

Clear a clogged condensate drain with a few simple steps.

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From anarchy to order in a weekend! Melamine panels make it easy. Build...

Here is a simple hack on how to keep a door from opening on its own.

We all know that water expands when it freezes. That’s not a problem with the ice cubes in your freezer,...

Fix any wall before you paint to get a super-smooth finish. We'll walk you through how to prep walls for...

Skim coating rejuvenates old walls, making them look new again.

Simply rub the teeth of the key with a sharp pencil until the surface is covered with graphite. Don’t be...

How to get anchors out once they're in.

When houses settle, doors can settle along with them, resulting in misaligned door latches. Solve the problem with a file,...

The next time you have to shorten a hollow-core door, try replacing the bottom rail with expanding foam instead of...

If not, there could be some serious consequences.

Flashing is a vital part of your home's exterior, but the many varieties can be confusing. We'll look at the...

Upgrade your interior spaces by replacing hollow-core doors with sturdy, sound-reducing, solid-core new interior doors. In this article, we’ll show...

An inviting front door will improve your home's curb appeal, whether you're ready to sell or planning to stay. If...

Keep unwanted guests from coming through your doors

With a little elbow grease and the right approach, you can master how to get paint off metal hardware and...

This is the best way to cut off a door bottom without splintering the wood.

Get the look of new cabinets in one weekend for one-third the cost!

Radioactive radon gas is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and the second leading cause of lung cancer...

Radon gas moves from the soil into a home directly through pores in concrete and gaps in walls and floors....

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Construct roll-out trays for extra storage space in the sink base cabinet.

There are many ways to cover an unsightly ceiling—here are 11 ceiling coverup ideas to consider.

A huge work surface when you need it, compact storage when you don't

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If your entryway is littered with shoes and jackets, purses and book bags,...

This is an easy 10 minute repair. Learn how to replace a screen door latch yourself.

How to fix sticky, noisy or just plain broken pocket doors.

The key is simple maintenance for a garage door track

This simple household fix can be "handled" by any competent DIYer in no time.