14 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Clean in Your Washing Machine
Your handiest helper in cleaning up life’s greatest messes is right in the laundry room. Did you know it can cleanse so much more than just clothes?
How to Drill Into Brick
Are you planning to hang a garden hose reel or artwork on a brick wall in your home, and don’t know where to start? Choose the right tool, drill bit, and technique, and you can bore holes in brick walls—indoors and out—in mere minutes.
3 Steps to Prepare a Room for Hardwood Flooring
As you prep for a new hardwood floor, line up the right tools and materials, and make sure you complete these three crucial steps before you lay a single plank.
10 Smart Ways to Snag Free Stuff for Your Home
Maintaining a home can be pricey. Between furnishing the interior, keeping up with regular maintenance, and improving curb appeal, costs can skyrocket. But there’s no need to break the bank for a picture-perfect home. With some patience and a little legwork, homeowners can score these 10 in-demand items for free.
20 Easy Ways to Be the Best Holiday Host
From fuss-free party invitations to insanely easy-to-assemble guest goodies, these holiday hosting ideas are sure to earn you the title of “host with the most.” The best part? No one will ever guess how easy it all was!
DIY Lite: Make Graveyard-Inspired Candle Holders from Concrete Mix
These concrete candle holders look like they’ve been ripped from gargoyles or the nearest graveyard, making them a perfect addition to your DIY haunted house.
How to Build a Minimalist DIY Coat Rack for the Entryway
Stuffed closets? Control clutter with a simple homemade coat rack. Its space-saving design is just right for small entryways, and it’s really convenient when guests come over.
How To: Waterproof Fabric
You can waterproof everything from your favorite outdoor pillows to your kitschy canvas tote using a water repellant that’s been around for more than a century.
3 Fixes for Ink Stains
Don’t have an inkling as to how to remove ink stains from your clothing, carpet, or couch? Skip the store and use one of these three household remedies instead.
How To: Cut Cement Board
The strength and durability of cement board make it a great choice for home improvement projects—but they also make it a little more difficult to manipulate. Learn the right tools and methods to make cutting through the rock-hard material a snap.