Building & Installing

Avoid accidentally bending, scoring, or gouging the metal in your next DIY project when you use the tools and technique outlined here.

Learn about the pros and cons of these popular power tools to decide what’s best for your woodworking projects and level of carpentry skill.

When you’re not burning the rubber, store your bike high and dry on an interior wall with one of four easy-to-install bicycle mounts on the market today.

Ding-dong! Who’s there? All the info you need about buying and setting up the best bell—whether wired, wireless, or smart—for your entry.

While some home improvement and maintenance projects require professional help, others are easy enough to do yourself. But most homeowners can’t get through a DIY job without some advice and guidance—which, unfortunately, a contractor won’t give you for free. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Here are 11 common home improvement questions, with answers that you typically would have to pay for.

Creative dog house ideas let your four-legged friend lounge in style and comfort. These DIY inspirations can spark your imagination for a one-of-a-kind canine escape.

When a project calls for cutting acrylic or polycarbonate, don’t throw in the towel—you likely have all the tools you need at home.

Use up scrap wood—and your free afternoon—building a simple tabletop from 2×4 lumber. Want to make it memorable? Apply not one, but a trio of stains. Then protect the finished wood from weather and wear with a urethane sealer.

On a building or remodeling job site, scheduling, budgeting, and more are the responsibilities of the general contractor.

Learn all about tile underlayment materials and installation to ensure a smooth, stable surface beneath your tile flooring project.