How To: Defrost a Windshield
Get your windshield crystal clear and primed for your next wintertime drive with these proven defrosting techniques.
15 Shipping Pallet Projects for the DIY Home
Shipping pallets are the DIYer’s standby building material for many good reasons. They aren’t hard to come by, and even damaged pallets can be salvaged for smaller projects. Kept whole, shipping pallets make great building blocks for large projects; deconstructed, they can be used to build just about anything. This versatility means that just a couple of cast-off pallets can fit the bill for a huge assortment of home improvement projects. In fact, what can’t you make from shipping pallets? With so many options, narrowing down our favorites was quite the task… but here they are: 15 projects for your home— all made from shipping pallets.
How to Make a DIY Wasp Trap from a Bottle and the Right Bait
Save yourself and your family from stings this season by crafting this homemade wasp trap from your kitchen recyclables.
Top Tips for Using a Floor Sander
Use a floor sander effectively in order to complete your hardwood refinishing project more quickly and easily.
How To: Paint Aluminum Siding
Breathe new life into your aluminum siding by repairing, cleaning, and painting it. It’s a big project, but a DIYer with a true “can”-do attitude can tackle it.
How to Pick a Front Door Color
The right front door color can transform your home’s exterior and make your curb appeal pop. These tips will help you select a hue that’s right for you.
Going Green and Keeping Clean: Outdoor Edition
If you think environmentally-friendly products aren’t strong enough to clean the grime off your house then think again—green cleaning is tough on dirt and soft on Mother Earth.
The Dos and Don’ts of Wet Sanding Drywall
To get a smooth, paint-worthy surface without the dust of dry sanding, follow these pro-tested tips.
8 Handy Substitutes for WD-40 Around the House
No WD-40? No problem. These household items can be used as WD-40 alternatives in a pinch.
How to Install a Shade Sail
Shade sails are an attractive and affordable way to create a cool, breezy outdoor area. Here’s how to make sure they are safe and secure.