
How to Clean a Gas Fireplace
Important annual gas fireplace maintenance.


What to Know About Chimineas
A terracotta or metal chiminea stove can provide a warm, attractive and socially distanced gathering spot in your backyard or...


What to Know Before Hiring a Chimney Sweep
Two key benefits of hiring a chimney sweep? Safety and savings. We'll walk you through the process.


7 Best Window Draft Stoppers
With winter right around the corner, learn how window draft stoppers can help keep your home cozy and warm this...


Everything You Need to Know About a Fireplace Damper
Every fireplace needs a damper to let out smoke and gases and to keep out rain, debris and animals. Learn...


How to Hang Drapes at the Proper Height
Curtains add style and privacy to your home. Here are the dos and don'ts when it comes to hanging curtains.


14 Steps Every Homeowner Should Take to Winterize Their Home
Protect your possessions from the ravages of Old Man Winter (or risk costly repairs in the spring.)


8 Best Door Draft Stoppers
Keep your toes toasty this winter with door draft stoppers that block frigid air from coming in and heated air...


Winterize Your Gutters Now to Avoid Regret Down the Road
Now's the time to prepare your gutters for the winter. We'll show you our favorite (and easiest!) way to clean...


Why You Need to Clean Weep Holes Before Cold Temps
Here’s how to winterize your window's weep holes before the snow hits the ground and makes everything more difficult. We'll...


Tile Installation: How to Tile Over Tile
You can lay new ceramic tile right over old tile if you use the methods we show you here.

8 Best Fireplace and Chimney Draft Stoppers For a Warm, Cozy Home
Fireplace draft stoppers come in many forms, but they all have one thing in common: They keep your home warm...


How to Install Baseboard Molding, Even on Crooked Walls
Wall molding: Install great-looking baseboards on any problem wall.

How to Refinish Hardwood Floors
Don't hire the pros when refinishing hardwood floors. If you are patient and careful, you can easily do this job...


How to Become a Certified Tile Flooring Installer
Becoming a tile setter can lead to a career with steady work, good wages and visible results clients appreciate.

6 Ways to Hang a Poster Without Damaging the Wall
Decorate your space while leaving hole-free walls.


Your Guide to Winterizing Everything
From cars, boats and lawn mowers to pools, gutters and grills. Here's how to winterize everything around your home.


When and Where to Use Draft Stoppers
Keep winter's icy cold winds at bay with ready-made or do-it-yourself draft stoppers.


What to Know About Thermal Drapes
When it's time to winterize your home, thermal drapes are a cost- and energy-efficient way to take off the chill.

Floor Trim Moldings and Styles For Your Home
Different trim styles can completely transform the look of your room. Here are some of the best options for your...

7 Best Window Well Covers
Wondering which window well covers work best? Learn about some great options for covering your window wells and the specific...


Homeowner’s Guide to Basement Window Well Covers
Got a window well that needs protection? Learn all about window well covers, how they work and the different options...


21 Things Every Homeowner Needs to Know
While rewarding, being a homeowner can be costly and frustrating if you're not in the know. Here are 21 essential...

13 Best Outdoor Fire Pit Accessories
Make the most of your backyard fire pit or outdoor fireplace with these fun, convenient and clever fire pit accessories.

How to Install Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring
Get a great-looking new floor in one day


5 Insulation Mistakes to Avoid
Insulation keeps your home the temperature you want — as long as it's installed correctly. Here are five common insulation...


What to Know About Adding a Door Sweep
Have a drafty exterior door you want to fix? A good door sweep may be the solution. Here's what you...


How to Get Pet Stains Out of Carpet
Home remedies and products to clean your pet-stained carpet.


7 Drywall Installation Mistakes That Will Cost You
This article walks you through the 'Do's and Don'ts' of drywall installation. It will help you avoid seven common mistakes...