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Remodeling a kitchen is one of the most surefire ways to improve both the value of a home and its inhabitants’ quality of life. Although a kitchen renovation offers a relatively healthy r...
Installing a fence is hard work. And while it might seem like simply digging holes and pouring concrete, there is actually quite a bit of precision and technique required to make the job ...
Even for DIYers with excellent eyesight, there are certain barriers through which they’ll never see. Whether it’s an engine block, a pipe, a wall cavity, or even a crack between two surfa...
Anyone who works with their hands knows that their clothes can take a beating. Construction, DIY projects, and trade work are all physically demanding, and typical casual pants usually pa...
Construction can be brutal on the body. Beyond the heavy lifting and repetitive motions involved, time spent kneeling on plywood, concrete, or even soil can cause pain, discomfort, and sw...
Despite painstakingly perfect measurements and perfect cuts, there are times when wood just doesn’t cooperate. Whether it’s a door in an old home that sticks as it closes, a joist that is...
Electrical work can be an extremely rewarding career choice. It’s an industry that is constantly evolving, and there are always new challenges to answer and specialties to pursue. But the...
Fresh drywall is very dry and can soak up expensive paint like a sponge. It can also make it difficult to drag a paint brush or roller across the surface for pro-level painting. However, ...
Tree work can get messy. Whether you’re handling tree removal yourself or paying a tree service to tackle the job, there will be a lot of wood to clean up. There's plenty you can do with ...
Old caulk has a way of stealing the show—and not in a good way. That dingy, cracked sealant can deter from the clean appearance of a sink, tub, or other bathroom fixture, or can allow bug...
