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One of the joys of homeownership is having the freedom to do exactly what you want with your house or apartment—as lo...
Are you tired of jiggling the handle to stop your toilet from running? The noise and inconvenience drives you crazy, ...
A beautiful green lawn requires regular watering to keep it looking great. The trick is to use enough water to keep y...
Late spring is the time to sit back and admire those azaleas as they bloom; azaleas add a veritable explosion of colo...
Choosing a paint color for your home’s exterior can be intimidating: This is a big, expensive job, and whatever color...
You’re in the middle of a party, enteraining a houseful of guests, and the toilet acts up. Are you ready to spring in...
That faint sucking sound you hear may be vampire appliances draining electricity from your walls. Vampires are electr...
Long before your tiles wear out, the grout between them can start to look tired, dirty, or stained. A good scrubbing ...
Window boxes can really amp up a home’s curb appeal by adding color and a sense of welcome. Here are some tips for cr...
When you have to tighten a nut, bolt, or other standard fastener, you need a wrench. But what kind?Listen to BOB VILA...
Spring is a great time to sell your home. Houses tend to look their best this time of year, with fresh green lawns an...
If you’re like a lot of people, you have a stack of old pots in your garage or shed just waiting for the next time yo...
Warm weather is just around the corner, with its humming air conditioners and skyrocketing electric bills. You may be...
This is a busy time of year in the garden, what with planting and mulching, weeding and feeding. All that heavy lifti...
Kids and chalk go together like peanut butter and jelly—and parents love the easy cleanup of chalk, whether it’s on t...
Do you want to make sure that shelf you’re putting up is really on the level? Then you need. . . well, a level. Level...
The demand for fresh water continues to grow, and the easiest way to meet that demand is simply to waste less of it. ...
Outdoor lighting looks great along a walkway or in the garden, but it can be a pain to install the wiring for it. Sol...
There’s probably no simpler, less expensive way to give your home a quick facelift than to repaint the front door. A ...
There’s nothing like a freshly tiled floor or backsplash—but there’s nothing more frustrating than seeing those beaut...
There are lots of options available in driveway materials, including asphalt, gravel, brick and pavers. In addition t...
Picking the right shovel for the job saves time—and can save your back as well. Here are a few shovels you’ll want in...
A wooden fence is a beautiful accent on any home, but it takes some maintenance to keep it looking neat and trim. Spr...
It takes about nine square feet of floor space to swing open a typical 3-foot-wide door. That’s a big chunk of real e...
The sleek look of stainless steel lends sophistication to any kitchen. But keeping those surfaces gleaming takes care...
If you’re starting a paint project and worry about protecting your floors, don’t just throw down a drop cloth. Consid...
If you get a thrill out of watching your garden grow, you might want to get a jump on the season by starting from see...
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “historic color”? Do you envision a rather limited palette of muted grays...
A range hood can blend quietly into your kitchen cabinetry or make a dramatic architectural statement. But whether it...
There’s nothing like a beautiful green lawn to make your house look great. Now that spring is here, it’s time to get ...
Ceiling medallions are moldings that are installed in the center of a ceiling, typically around a light fixture or ce...
Tin ceilings were very popular in the mid-1800s and early 1900s. These mass-produced ceilings, stamped with decorativ...
Nothing kills a home’s curb appeal faster than a couple of trash cans and recycling bins parked in the driveway, or l...
A power drill does more than just drill holes. With different attachments, it also drives screws, turns a sander, or ...
You’ve got the smoke alarms and the carbon-dioxide detectors, and you change their batteries regularly. But does your...
Replacing an interior lockset is a pretty simple job. If you’re thinking about upgrading your doors with new doorknob...
The Consumer Product Safety commission now recommends that only cordless window coverings be used in homes with small...
I can barely think of a home improvement job that doesn’t require a tape measure! Whether you’re framing a new room o...
Chain saws aren't just for lumberjacks anymore. These powerful tools now come in a range of sizes, with lightweight o...
A plumb bob is an amazingly simple tool, basically just a pointed weight on a string. But whether you’re putting up a...
Natural disasters can occur anywhere, any time. No matter where you live, you should keep a stash of emergency suppli...
Replacing your shower head is a simple fix that can spruce up the look of your bathroom, save water, and even add a l...
Did you know that a well-lit room actually has three different kinds of light? In order to create a room that’s comfo...
Cast iron radiators can be beautiful, but an old, peeling one can really bring down the look of a room. Stripping and...
Composting’s a great idea: it helps your garden thrive and keeps valuable organic waste out of landfills. But once yo...
There’s nothing quite as fresh as food that you grow in your own backyard. You may think your soil is too poor for a ...
Imagine bringing the quality and charm of eighteenth-century wood planks into your home today. With reclaimed wood, y...
There are many different types of screws, and each kind has its own job to do. Before you make the first turn of the ...
Before you tear down a wall, rip off old woodwork, or strip old paint, ask yourself when it was installed. If it was ...
These days it seems like there’s more to plug in than ever—televisions, computers, and the rechargers for cell phones...
It's heartbreaking enough to lose your home or possessions in a natural disaster. Then there’s the stress of having t...
A new set of fireplace tools brings both style and utility to your hearth. Here are a few guidelines that will help y...
We’re all drawn to the warmth and shelter of a cozy house, so it’s not surprising that critters like squirrels, oposs...
Walk into a hardware or paint store today to buy a paint brush and you could easily be overwhelmed by the number of o...
Today’s pet doors are a far cry from the heat-stealing, wildlife-welcoming, burglary risks of yesteryear. If your yar...
During our long experience with incandescent light bulbs, we got used to thinking about light in terms of wattage. Bu...
Not every homeowner needs a workshop full of professional tools, but there are a few basics you should have if you pl...
Natural gas is a safe, clean source of home energy, but in the unlikely event of a gas leak, it’s important to know w...
A ceiling can be a real pain in the neck to paint, but there are some simple ways to make this job a bit easier. List...
The most common window in American homes is the double-hung, with upper and lower sashes that slide up and down. But ...
Did you know that a good rainstorm can send hundreds of gallons of water cascading off your roof? That water could co...
This is a great time of year to create an annual home improvement plan. Listen to BOB VILA ON HOME IMPROVEMENT PLANNI...
Under-cabinet lighting has come a long way since those old-style humming fluorescents and super hot halogen pucks, wi...
If you’re planning a kitchen remodel, there are two basic principles you’ll want to keep in mind as you work on the d...
Reviving rusty metal tools or furniture is a great indoor winter project, and there are three ways to remove rust. Li...
For anything from small plumbing repairs to running lines for a whole house, there are lots of reasons pex tubing bea...
If you’re exposed to it long enough, any noise level above eighty-five decibels—like what you’d hear on a busy city s...
If your oven had a busy holiday season, January is a great time to do some oven cleaning before it makes a smoky mess...
As of January 2nd, U. S. drywall manufacturers increased their prices by 25 to 30%. On top of a similar increase last...
If you’re thinking about a bathroom remodel, there’s no better time or place to think ahead. Something as simple as t...
Save your eyes and shed a little light on the job you’re doing with the right flashlight. LED flashlights are illumin...
If your home has cold, drafty spots, this is the time of year you’ll notice them. Rather than cranking up the heat in...
Cordless power tools, and now lithium-ion batteries, have revolutionized the home improvement world. But anyone who’s...
If you heat your house with wood, you know how expensive buying firewood can be. Cutting, splitting, and drying a cor...
To protect your kitchen cabinets from water damage, the rim of your kitchen sink should always be sealed with a good ...
If you’re paying through the nose for hot water in your house, you’ve probably already thought about replacing your c...
Winter’s a great time to feed the birds, but if that means feeding the squirrels too, they can quickly wear out their...
If those holiday gift cards are burning a hole in your pocket, a good circular saw is something you really shouldn't ...
If getting more sleep is one of your New Year's resolutions, it might be time for a new mattress. Listen to BOB VILA ...
If the end of the year is a time for reflection, don't underestimate the power of a well-placed mirror to enhance you...
One of the biggest challenges of any remodeling project or basement clean-out is figuring out how to get rid of const...
You can't beat the low cost and easy installation of a laminate floor. It's a great do-it-yourself project that can r...
It may seem like an exercise, but mocking up your cabinetry or furniture building project can save you a lot of waste...
It used to be that foam-core board was only useful to architects building models. Now that foam technology has taken ...
Once the holidays are over, how do you fit all those decorations back in the garage and make them easier to unpack ne...
One of the most important things to think about when you're remodeling is lighting: It can make or break the room. Li...
Most home improvement projects require at least some moving around from place to place with tools, and that can get t...
Tool sets are popular gifts, but none is more useful for the home and garage handyperson than a really good ratchet s...
Fiberglass doors have been popular for years now as a durable, energy-efficient alternative to wood doors that can be...
What better home improvement to consider on the darkest day of the year than a sunroom addition?Listen to BOB VILA ON...
Even experienced carpenters make mistakes, especially when they're cutting a lot of different pieces. Listen to BOB V...
Good sanding can make or break a woodworking project, so every do-it-yourselfer should have a power sander in the wor...
Frozen pipes that burst and cause water damage in your home can happen in all but the warmest areas, and often when y...
'Tis the season for freezing pipes, and that's not just for folks in colder climates. Listen to BOB VILA ON FREEZING ...
No workshop should be without levels in various lengths, but for lines longer than 3' or 4', traditional bubble level...
Bathrooms are small rooms, but they require lots of attention to detail—and great lighting. Listen to BOB VILA ON VAN...
While traditional open-hearth, wood-burning fireplaces are quickly going the way of the dinosaur, if you still want t...
Wrinkles in wall-to-wall carpet don't just look bad, they can be a tripping hazard. They'll also wear out first, so t...
If there's a leftie on your gift list this season, they might appreciate a tool or two that's meant for them. Listen ...
Where would we be during the holidays without the sleeper sofa? Sofa beds of the past are notorious for being somewha...
Experts in feng shui—that ancient Chinese art of healthy interior design—say that the most important places in the ho...
Nothing's more heartening in the depths of winter than leafing through a bulb catalog or shopping for next season’s g...
When it's time to replace your furnace, you might have to think faster than you'd like about this major purchase. Her...
Savvy homebuyers these days know that a home is worth more based on its location than on its square footage. Listen t...
Did you know that each holiday season in the US, fires cause nearly a billion dollars in damage? Keep your family saf...
If you’re taking on any last-minute holiday painting projects, here’s a primer on… primer. Listen to BOB VILA ON PAIN...
They've come a long way from the catalog kit homes that were delivered by railroad across the nation a century ago, b...
This holiday season, don’t be the guy who sets his hair on fire stringing the lights. Listen to BOB VILA ON HOLIDAY L...
Did you know you can put your ceiling fan to work year-round? Simply by reversing the direction and changing the spee...
Fires injure 2,600 people in the US and cause nearly a billion dollars in damage each holiday season. A lot of those ...
Even if you're not selling your house, taking some of the tips professional home stagers give their clients can be es...
As time-saving tools go, it's hard to beat the pneumatic nailer; aka the nail gun. But before you run out to get one ...
You don't have to undertake too many do-it-yourself woodworking projects to understand that a table saw is a must-hav...
You may not be one of the rising wave of aging baby boomers, but if you’re building or renovating your house, the pri...
Entertaining at home has become one of our favorite pastimes: houses are increasingly designed around our passion for...
There's nothing better than a crackling fire on a chilly night, except maybe not having to go back outside for more f...
Here’s a technique professional carpenters use to conceal screws in fine woodworking projects: use wooden plugs. List...
Did you know that wall-to-wall carpet from just one standard 12 x 15 ft room takes 8 gallons of oil and 900,000 BTUs ...
If you're looking for ways to dress up your dining room for the holidays, nothing works better than some good, old-fa...
If you've got a piece of art or a special photo you'd like to display, but the cost of professional framing is hangin...
Here's a thrifty way to dress up your home for holiday entertaining that's been around for hundreds of years. Since t...
If you don’t want to spend another holiday season with your worn-out kitchen floor, but the timing’s not right for a ...
If you're putting off giving your front hall a facelift because re-finishing or re-painting the banister and baluster...
According to the US Green Building Council, more than twenty thousand homes have been LEED certified, and there are e...
In their quest for more storage, work surfaces, and style, more and more kitchen remodelers are living the island lif...
Considering the amount of time many of us spend in the kitchen over the holiday season, this is a great time to think...
Whole-home wiring systems, or “smart home” systems, have been around for decades, but it’s only since wireless commun...
If your home doesn't have the style and panache you wish it had, adding crown molding can help. Listen to BOB VILA ON...
So you repainted the living room and now you can’t stand your old furniture. Before you shop 'til you drop, do some ...
To get the job done right, you need stick-to-it-iveness. Here’s how to choose the right glue for your next woodworkin...
When industrial sawmills started cranking it out in the late 19th century, beadboard came on the scene as a quick and...
Did you know that the best insulation there is can’t save you as much on heating and cooling costs as you’d save if y...
If you haven’t done it already, this is the time to winterize your yard! Make a list of the things you need to do to...
If your last-minute fall chores have you climbing a ladder, here are some tips to save time and stay safe up there. L...
Always looking ahead, it’s time to plant spring-blooming bulbs. All they require is a bright, sunny location and a li...
Removing walls that don't have a function and making spaces work together is a great way to improve the traffic flow ...
Drywall has been the wall finishing material of choice for most of a century, because it’s so easy to install and fin...
Remodeling projects and furniture moving can sometimes have not-so-welcome side effects. Here’s how to protect your b...
Don't wreck a good pair of scissors trying to cut metal; you need a good pair of tin snips. Listen to BOB VILA ON TIN...
It's a ‘staple’ in every tool and craft kit, it can save you lots of time banging tacks or nails, and it can get into...
The tool we think of as pliers only evolved from “tongs” fairly recently, but it’s hard to imagine life without a var...
If you’re working on a remodeling project that calls for removing old woodwork, here are some tricks from the pros to...
While you might consider laying tile yourself for moneysaving reasons, remember that the substrate, or what the tile ...
The EPA ranks poor indoor air quality as our fourth largest environmental threat. Some of the worst polluters of the ...
If the idea of a freshly plastered wall does not overly excite you, it’s because the options for plaster have been fa...
Whether you live in a palace or a studio apartment, at least one fire extinguisher should be standard equiment in you...
While it’s hard to argue with the romance of a crackling fire on a chilly night, your fireplace might be costing you ...
Make sure you’re familiar with the ground rules of home electrical work if you’re considering doing some yourself. Li...
Whether you're removing a wall or just hanging bookshelves, you've got to know where the studs are before you start. ...
The next generations will face fuel costs so high, they’ll make the standard twentieth-century under-insulated stick-...
When clogged gutters overflow, they can get so heavy that they pull the gutters loose and rot your home's trim and si...
Weatherstripping your home is a fairly simple do-it-yourself project that can save you a significant amount off your ...
Autumn leaves are a gift to your garden that literally just falls out of the trees. Instead of getting rid of them al...
If your to-do list includes painting brick or concrete, keep in mind that masonry requires some special treatment. Li...
Nothing beats the natural look of a dry-laid stone wall, but building one requires a strong back, deep pockets, and a...
Interior doors have important jobs. They provide sound insulation, privacy and character to your home. Listen to BOB ...
A dining room chandelier is a great focal point for one of the most important entertaining spaces in your home. Liste...
Whether you live in a hot or cold climate, the most important area to insulate is your attic floor. This fully insula...
As the weather gets colder, it’s a good idea to do some fall maintenance on your outdoor equipment and put it to bed ...
Although the two words are often used interchangeably, sheetrock is actually a brand name for the generic drywall, wh...
The next time you need to move something big and heavy in the workshop or around the house, save your back and build ...
A small crack or one leaky window might not seem like a big problem, but taken together, your home’s small drafts can...
Which projects will do the most good to lower your utility bills? A professional home energy audit can help you decid...
Fall lawn care is as important as what you do in the spring, because encouraging deep roots will help your lawn resis...
If you're thinking of building new, you can streamline construction and save costs by going modular. Modular construc...
Fall is a great time to upgrade your landscaping. Plants, trees, and shrubs are slowing down from the hot summer and ...
There are different techniques for removing every kind of wallpaper, but the tools and preparation are much the same....
Mosaic tile has been around for a couple of millennia, but it never seems to lose its popularity. Thanks to advances ...
Tile is one of the most durable installations around, so when it’s finally time to remove it, you might be tempted to...
Home improvement projects are messy business: Whether you’re painting, re-tiling, or just moving furniture, you want ...
While your important household documents should always be backed up and kept in fireproof storage, some things, like ...
Cooking with gas costs half what it costs to cook on electric ranges. Keeping your range clean will keep it efficient...
One of the wonders of the modern age, vacuum cleaners range in price from $60 to almost $2,000. What’s different abou...
A squeaky floor is easier to fix if it’s a floor that you can access from below. Listen to BOB VILA ON SQUEAKY FLOORS...
If you’re looking for a quick and inexpensive way to give your kitchen a pick-me-up, replacing the sink faucet might ...
Whether you're building a whole house or just adding a new bathroom, one of your first decisions has to be how you're...
Until very recently, homes were built to breathe. Insulation was seldom used, windows were single-pane and drafts wer...
If your home is like most in the U. S. , you’re spending a fifth of your energy dollars heating your water. If your w...
Whether you like the classic look of slate or the long life of metal, when it’s time for a new roof, there’s somethin...
Water spots on ceilings and walls aren’t just unsightly--they can be a symptom of a much bigger problem that needs at...
Today, September 14th, is the kickoff of the 2012 Solar Decathlon, and this year it’s being held in sunny Spain. List...
A sloped yard is hard to use, and if it’s got erosion problems or it’s channeling water toward the foundation of your...
If it's time to replace your home's siding and you're looking for an alternative to wood or vinyl, it's worth looking...
Fall’s a good time to do a top-to-bottom safety check of your home to protect your family and save big bucks on major...
Showers account for more than a fifth of the water Americans use every day. You can conserve more of this precious re...
Did you know that you could save 20% on your water bill just by replacing your toilet? Most conventional toilets hog ...
When it comes to getting a room painted fast, a paint roller is a do-it-yourselfer's best friend. Here's how to get t...
Nothing says clean and new like fresh paint. If you’re moving into a new place this fall or just want to perk up the ...
If you’re part of the rapidly growing home-based workforce or you’d just like a designated place to pay the bills, he...
While you were having fun in the sun this summer, it was no vacation for your house. A fall checklist will tip you of...
Despite what the three little pigs might say, even the hardiest of brick buildings will require repair and restoratio...
Summer is a tough time for lawns, and this summer was especially tough on some. But every year we get a do-over in th...
If you hear banging or knocking when you turn the tap on and off in your home, you could be straining pipes and coppe...
Whether you choose a handle set, lever, or knob for your entry door, you also need a deadbolt for greatest security. ...
Even tiny gaps between your tub and the wall tiles can let enough water in to damage your walls and host mold. Since ...
If you’ve got an older toilet, you’re probably paying for twice the water you need for each flush. But never fear: to...
While shutters are the traditional line of defense against storms, break-ins, and the hot sun, unfortunately you have...
Florida might be the hurricane capital of the U. S. , but every region has its perils: storms, wildfires, floods and ...
Deconstruction is the new demolition. CM_BVNOTES-1235-6 Recycled Bldg ProductsListen to BOB VILA ON DECONSTRUCTION, ...
4 out of 10 American homes have a mold problem. If you’ve got an area less than 10 square feet and your household doe...
Wherever lights are accidentally left on a lot, your home is leaking money. Sometimes, just changing the switch can s...
A dog is happy when he knows where home base is. a pet crate, a designated corner, a closet with a pet door or even a...
A couple decades ago, no one would have considered it, but one of today’s most popular flooring products is bamboo. ...
If your next home renovation requires framing new walls, think twice before you reach for those ubiquitous two-by-fou...
There’s no such thing as a waterproof basement. The key is to minimize the water that gets in and get it back out ag...
While they’ll grind and send most kitchen scraps down the drain in small batches with a good strong flow of cold wate...
Kids grow so fast, it doesn’t take long before their rooms can feel pretty small… but before you plan an addition, he...
It’s not just for dorm rooms anymore: the stylish design, low cost and ingenious construction of lots of today’s kno...
Who doesn't need more shelf space? Hanging shelves is a great do-it-yourself project that can help you get organized....
Whether it’s back to the dorm or just back to school, making room for kids and their stuff gets harder as they get bi...
The hoses that deliver hot and cold water to your clothes washer may not be something you think about very often, but...
Ventilation fans in kitchens and bathrooms are required by code in most states, and they’re a good idea everywhere. T...
Falling down the stairs is so common and so dangerous, if you’ve got a baby in your house, you ought to have safety g...
Green roof systems and roof gardens look great in an urban landscape, but they’re not just for cities anymore. They’r...
Your dryer removes about a gallon of water from every load of laundry. The longer that water stays inside your home, ...
Here’s a job you can do in the cool basement to beat the summer heat, and you should add it to your twice a year to-d...
If you’re looking for a kitchen upgrade on a budget, take a look at your backsplash. It’s easy to turn this unassumin...
Finishing your basement is a great way to add space and value to your home. If you have enough ceiling height and you...
If you’ve still got an old mercury or mechanical contact thermostat, it’s easy to forget to adjust it when you leave ...
There’s more to that “new paint smell” than you might think. What you’re smelling are volatile organic compounds, or ...
You’ve heard it said that you’ve got a better chance of being struck by lighting than winning the lottery, and that’s...
Your dishwasher does a lot to make your life easier; here are a couple things you can do to make its life longer!CM_B...
In the current real estate market, it’s not hard to find foreclosed properties to buy. But a home that looks like a g...
For a saw that’s great on the curves, no workshop is complete without a good saber saw. CM_BVILANOTES-4 Tool Tip- Sab...
When you’re painting, windows are often the hardest things to get right. CM_BVILANOTES-3 Painting WindowsListen to BO...
When it comes to re-painting, everyone’s least favorite part of the job is prepping the surface… but it’s also the mo...
It’s not uncommon to find beautiful woodwork with coat after coat of paint obscuring its detail, especially in older ...
Use a power sprayer to cut days off your next big paint job. LISTENListen to BOB VILA ON POWER SPRAYER TIPS, or read ...
Summertime’s a great time to get to that exterior paint job you’ve been putting off. LISTENListen to BOB VILA ON EXTE...
Irrigating your yard can really be wasteful and expensive; clean water is a precious commodity, and not just in deser...
By now we all know that recycling’s the way to go, but to get your whole family on board, you need a system that’s ea...
When it comes to keeping your home cool this summer, your roof—not your air conditioning system—IS YOUR first line of...
A garbage disposal really keeps things flowing in the kitchen, and installing one isn’t a tough job for a do-it-yours...
I get alot of questions from folks who want to improve their garden soil with compost, but aren’t sure which kind of ...
If you have a south-facing roof without solar panels on it, you’re probably paying too much for hot water. LISTENList...
To control garden pests without using toxic chemicals, work with nature, not against it. LISTENListen to BOB VILA ON ...
If you’re looking for a way to give your home some character, to frame your garden, or to get a little privacy from t...
Giving your pet a place of his own to take shelter from wind, rain and sun is a noble pursuit. Doghouses now come in ...
Even though the words are often used interchangeably, concrete and cement are not the same thing. Portland cement is ...
That old adage, “what goes around comes around” is especially true in your garden. LISTENListen to BOB VILA ON GARDEN...
Like it or not, working on the car, washing the dog, rinsing the lawnmower and all the other work we do on our drivew...
So independence day is upon us, and what better way to show your spirit than to fly the flag…but did you know there a...
It’s the great american obsession, and we spend about twenty-five billion dollars a year on it, but if lawn care is e...
We all know they don’t like to be fenced in, but after thousands of years of domestication, dogs need boundaries to b...
Summer’s here, and it’s a great time to expand your living space—and your home’s value—by making the most of the grea...
While they’re always inconvenient, major remodeling projects can also become a real strain on your relationship if yo...
You can read all you want about gardening, but a garden journal is the best tool for making sure you remember what wo...
Encouraging birds and bats to visit your yard is a great way to keep BUGS down without spraying. LISTENListen to BOB ...
Bathrooms are, like it or not, wet areas. Even if the rest of your house has gleaming hardwood floors, they’re not th...
Most people know that planting a tree to shade your house is a great way to keep it cool. But actually, the south-fac...
You can renew your tub or shower area without the expense, effort, and environmental cost of junking your old tub. LI...
I always say you’ve gotta use the right tool for the job, but did you know there’s a right cord for every tool?LISTEN...
Everybody calls it sheetrock, but the generic name is drywall and it comes in various thicknesses and sizes. LISTENLi...
When the whole family's home, it can get pretty loud. What can you do for noise control between rooms? Well, it depen...
Here’s how to make neater work of your next painting project…LISTENListen to BOB VILA ON PAINTING TIMESAVERS, or read...
Not much has been guaranteed in the housing industry in the past seven years, but there's one trend that is sure to r...
For a great finish on your next painting project, start by prepping the surface the right way. LISTENListen to BOB VI...
Did you know that making your home look like a stage set can actually add 10 or 15% to the selling price? You can hir...
If you’re building a deck this summer, you’ve got a lot of decking choices. Pressure-treated southern yellow pine has...
Installing a garage storage system can have the same effect as adding a room, and it’s a good way to increase your ho...
With all the great power saws available today, the lowly handsaw has kind of faded into the background. But there are...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
If you’ve got a half-acre or more of lawn to mow, a riding lawnmower or a garden tractor is a great tool to have. LIS...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Before you pull your window air conditioner out of storage, consider its age. Efficiencies have improved so much that...
Deconstruction is the new demolition. Instead of gutting a project and sending the whole shebang to a landfill, more ...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Ask any realtor how to maximize your home’s value; they’ll tell you to grab a paintbrush. LISTENListen to BOB VILA ON...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
I got a question from Jim in Toledo, wondering what’s the best way to stay on top of home maintenance every season wi...
mp3 linkListen to BOB VILA ON CURB APPEAL, or read text below:I got a question from Julie in Tacoma: “I want to sell ...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radiois a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)....
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
In the wake of the housing bust, the Federal Housing Authority (FHA), once a lender of "near-last resort" for moderat...
Every home is different—and children are great at finding different things to get into every day. There’s a childproo...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
A little garden design and planning before you spend any money or pull on the gloves can give you a better garden eve...
If you’re ready to go a step further than a simple coat of paint to personalize your home, try faux finishing. LISTEN...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Even if you’re diligent about cleaning year-round, when winter’s over there’s always some spring cleaning in order. T...
If you’re getting ready for a painting project, it’s important to think ahead and have your tools and supplies ready ...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
For those of you who not only miss Bob Vila's voice, but his tips, advice and home improvement wisdom, you can now ge...
