5 Things to Know Before Installing a Pet Door
If you’d like to provide the family dog or cat with more access, consider whether installing a pet door is the right project for your home.
DIY Kids: Turn a Bookcase into a Dollhouse
Building a dream house for your kids’ dolls doesn’t have to cost a pretty penny—or require any previous construction experience. Start with a spare bookcase, and you can craft a mini mansion in just a morning!
The Best Zero-VOC Paints for Eco-Friendly Decorating
Zero-VOC paints are considered the healthiest, safest, and most sustainable paints on the market. We take a closer look at why.
9 Extraordinary Uses for Bubble Wrap
Bubble wrap is a great material for packing, but it has a lot of other, very practical uses. When you get a box with bubble wrap in it, resist the urge to pop it all for stress relief! Instead, stash it away to use in one of the following genius ways.
How To: Crackle Paint
Transform drab wood furniture with this authentic-looking “antique” finish.
How to Close a Summer Home
End-of-summer chores at the shore aren’t much fun, but will prevent leaks, smells, and pests in the long run. Follow our checklist for what needs to be done before you lock up your cottage or cabin.
50 Ways to Repurpose Your Clutter
Declutter your home without adding more trash to landfills with these creative upcycling ideas.
Trash to Treasure: 14 Creative Ways to Make Good Use of Old Stuff
These innovative projects will inspire you to dig through your discards and repurpose them into useful furnishings and interesting accents for your home.
Solved! How Long Does Primer Take to Dry?
Before applying the chosen paint color, allow the primer enough time to dry.
How to Clean a Sand, DE, or Cartridge Pool Filter
Whether you have an above-ground or inground pool, cleaning the pool filter regularly should be a top maintenance priority. Here’s how to clean every type of pool filter.