Parts of the House

A chop saw (a.k.a. a miter saw) is a power tool made especially for accurate crosscutting of trim and lumber...

Find out the reasons why olefin carpet is a top carpet choice among homeowners.

Sitting idle can cause an engine to seize. Learn how to free it and get your vehicle running again.

Have you been putting off winterizing your home? Here are a few small-ish items that you can probably accomplish in...

Triexta carpet is the newest carpet material on the market and it's growing in popularity. Find out what it is...

Don't live in an under-insulted home just because you don't want to destroy your walls.

Welcome to hinge-town! Its residents are a unique bunch that solve your door-hanging dilemmas. Use this guide to meet them...

Fluorescent light has been linked to migraines, sleep disruption, increased stress and more. Fortunately, there are many beautiful ways to...

Yes, you can paint wood paneling. And, it can look terrific or it can look terrible. Use this step-by-step...

Frieze carpet is popular, especially for high-traffic areas. Learn all about frieze carpet so you can decide if it's right...

Why are butt hinges so often the go-to choice for doors? It's not just cost!

Everything you need to know about Berber carpet and whether it's right for your home.

Add piano hinges to your playlist of woodworking hardware. Here's when and how to use them.

Learn fixes for the 8 most common drywall flaws.

Do you have unused storage space in your attic? Install an attic ladder to reclaim it.

Find out how pivot hinges can put the swing in your home's doors, from cabinets to kitchens.

How to clear off a car window in just a few seconds.

Learn about what makes ball bearing hinges the silent workhorses of the hinge world and how you might want to...

Chalkboard paint (which is not the same as chalk paint) is fun, versatile and easy to use.

The 10-foot ceilings hooked you and you signed on the dotted line. But now what do you do with those...

For dirt, stains and everyday messes, what's the best carpet steam cleaner? Here are our picks for best carpet cleaners,...

We know these products work—because we use them!

Beautiful and useful, here's how you can add some concealed-hinge magic to your home.

See 10 fresh, new bathroom tile trends in these gorgeous spaces we found on Instagram.

Pick up an inexpensive defogger repair kit and complete the repair in less than 30 minutes.

Converting your basement into a comfortable living space provides more square footage for family activities and it increases the value...

How often to remove creosote to prevent chimney fires and do a fireplace cleaning.

Condensation forming on your windows in winter? Luckily, this problem is usually simple to solve. Read on to learn what...

From intricate and eye-catching to simple and clean, a backsplash can help you express your style in the kitchen. Get...