Kathleen Corlett

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kathleen Corlett is as passionate about crafting quality how-to guides as she is cleaning, organizing, and building DIY solutions for her own home. Prior to rising to the role of Editor in Chief at BobVila.com, Kathleen has also previously contributed to Good Housekeeping, Woman's Day, Family Circle, and Cleveland magazines.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2021 | SUNDAY
These 32 Black Friday Tool Deals Are Still Available on Amazon

Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/28/2021. Editor’s Note: These deals are no longer being updated, so check out the latest Cyber Monday tool deals here.  DIYers,...

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 | FRIDAY
AeroGardens Are Up to $150 Off on Amazon Right Now for Black Friday

Beginner gardeners, rejoice: The easy-to-use LED and hydroponic planters from AeroGarden are all on sale for Black Friday. Even if your thumb has tested brown in the past, you can garden ...

DECEMBER 23, 2020 | WEDNESDAY
How To: Water a Christmas Tree

For many, nothing quite says “Christmas” like a real tree. With it comes the tradition of picking one out with loved ones, perhaps even chopping it down, and then hauling it home to displ...

JANUARY 10, 2020 | FRIDAY
The Best Paint Sprayers of 2022

Want to speed up your paint job? Equip yourself with a paint sprayer! We field-tested some of the most capable, popular, and affordable paint sprayers available. Ahead, you can read our r...

APRIL 9, 2019 | TUESDAY
12 Painted Floors You Need to See to Believe

Does your floor need a new look? Instead of replacing it with costly broadloom or hardwood, consider painting it for a fraction of the cost. These painted floors will jumpstart your creat...

FEBRUARY 27, 2019 | WEDNESDAY
The Case for Picture Rails in Modern-Day Interior Design

Picture rails are 1½-inch to 2-inch strips of molding that adhere to walls and run horizontally around the room, typically at the height that aligns with the tops of any window panes or j...

APRIL 18, 2017 | TUESDAY
Solved! What Is the Best Way to Remove Wallpaper?

Q. We’ve just moved into our new home, and the previous owners left behind some bathroom wallpaper that has got to go. Unfortunately, we have no idea how long it’s been in place, or what ...

FEBRUARY 12, 2016 | FRIDAY
5 New Ways to Sell Your Old Furniture

The next time you’re cleaning house and want to unload a couple of old pieces of furniture, don’t fret: A slew of 20th-century services make it easy to pass along old tables and chairs. A...

JULY 27, 2015 | MONDAY
Quick Tip: Fix Wood Scratches with This Favorite Snack

An unsightly scratch in your new hardwood floors—or worse, the expensive mahogany table you splurged on in a recent dining room redesign—can be enough to turn your hair gray. But before y...

JULY 2, 2015 | THURSDAY
Weekend Projects: 5 DIY Teepees for Indoors and Out

With a design that evokes images of dream catchers and fort-like fabric walls, teepees have grown to be a favorite hangout for kids, adults, and even pets! A wealth of options when it com...