Category: How To’s

Pot racks are not only functional, but have become part of an interior decorator’s toolbox. They make a statement by hanging on the wall or […]

I live in the city , but not in the city , so my inexplicably tiny kitchenette usually amuses my friends. It can hardly be […]

The latex rubber that forms the backing of many rugs is designed to grip the floor and prevent the carpet from slipping until it begins […]

If you’ve ever struggled to tile on a wall and then stepped back and realized your grout lines follow the curvature of the Earth, you […]

Keeping your umbrella out of the wind in high winds can be a challenge in the summer. While you can use a traditional base to […]

Watering your garden may not seem like a chore at first, but dragging hoses around, getting them stuck on grates or railings, and wasting time […]

The pool is an upgrade of sorts that can’t help but sound tempting until you see the price tag. Throw in the necessary maintenance and […]

If you have a dark corner or gloomy hallway, chances are you’ve thought about adding a wall lamp. But hiring an electrician to run the […]

While you may have done the right thing when you put the grill away for the winter, it still may need some maintenance when you […]

If you want to harness the power of water at will, French drains are the way to go. Whether you have pools of water outside […]

In daylight, my garden is a beacon of color and texture, but when the sun goes down, the yard turns into a black hole. Delivery […]

The crows have begun. I noticed that they often played in the puddle that formed in the rock garden next door when it rained. I […]

Thanks to centuries of folklore linking bats to vampires, these nocturnal winged creatures have long been considered eerie and dangerous. But those who live in […]

Coffered ceilings are a great way to add character, pattern, and depth to your ceiling. If you have high ceilings, they can also make your […]

Applications are open to become a “hot dogger” or Wienermobile spokesperson from Oscar Mayer. If you are one of 12 people selected for this job, […]

Workshops are becoming a popular alternative for DIY enthusiasts who don’t have the space to set up their own shop or studio at home. They […]

Getting your door locks to work properly isn’t just a matter of convenience, it’s also a matter of security: getting rid of the hassle of […]

I grew up in upstate New York without a garage, so I consider myself quite proficient in the art of de-icing cars – or so […]

Wikipedia is “a free encyclopedia that anyone can edit” – as it says right on the main page . But editing Wikipedia articles can be […]

If you’ve dropped something heavy on your dining table or accidentally hit the surface of the board with a tool, you might think that the […]

Have you ever followed a recipe to the letter, but when it came time to take a dish out of the oven, you found that […]

If you have a sweater that you love but don’t wear anymore, there’s another way to give it new life: what’s more, you can give […]

If you live in an apartment or condominium that shares walls with other residents, or if you just really like quiet sleep, noisy neighbors or […]

If you notice your toilet seat is wobbly, you might think that you need a lot of experience to fix it, but it’s easier than […]

If you have a lot of guests or are participating in a holiday baking marathon, a clogged dishwasher can slow you down a lot. Hand […]

It’s the time of year when everyone shares their Spotify Wrapped stats, but there’s a new and unique way some people share their top performers […]

A leaky toilet can cost you your water bills, and a low-pressure flush can cause clogs and other problems. Keeping your toilet in good working […]

The most watched sporting event on the planet, the FIFA World Cup , will take place in Qatar this year, starting this Sunday, November 20th […]

Rising energy prices mean most of us will have to pay more to heat our homes this winter. And, unfortunately, this is just one of […]

New molding can give a boring room more visual interest and look more expensive. While striving for the real thing looks great, it can be […]

Arches are a good way to give any room an eye-catching focal point, but installing an arched door or building an arched niche is time-consuming […]

Each decade has a “look”. You can turn on any random movie or TV show and instantly know what era the story takes place in […]

Cooking, washing dishes and bathing are all difficult when the water is running from the faucet in a trickle. While you might think that low […]

A weighted blanket can be soothing if you have trouble sleeping, and some people find they sleep better when using it. Finding a blanket that’s […]

Decorating your windows doesn’t seem like overkill, but blinds, shutters, and curtains can get expensive quickly. However, an ambitious DIYer can create simple and inexpensive […]

For building patios, steps, or walkways, concrete tile can be an affordable option, and some ambitious DIY enthusiasts even make indoor floor tiles themselves. Making […]

As the seasons change, fluctuations in humidity and temperature can cause the wood to swell or shrink, making wood doors prone to sticking. Other factors […]

If your patio looks run down or you just need a new look, you can stain your concrete floors to give them new life. Using […]

It happens all too often: you make small repairs or some unexpected repairs that only require replacing a section of drywall, or your wall gets […]

When it comes to updating the interior of your home (especially on a budget), paint is your best friend. A few coats can transform a […]