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DIY

How to Drill Into Concrete

By Steffani Cameron, Bob Vila, Updated by Theresa Clement

How to Remove Paint from Concrete
Cleaning & Organizing

How to Remove Paint from Concrete

By Bob Vila

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DIY

How to Plant a Bush or Shrub

By Emily Burns Morgan, Bob Vila

Metal Roofing Pros and Cons
Curb Appeal

7 Things to Know Before Choosing a Metal Roof

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

The Dos and Don'ts of Building a Retaining Wall
Curb Appeal

The Dos and Don’ts of Building Retaining Walls 

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

soundproofing windows
Exterior

5 Smart Tips for Soundproofing Windows

By Gretchen Heber, Bob Vila, Manasa Reddigari

Wiping away rust from a metal saucepan over a kitchen sink
Cleaning & Organizing

5 Ways to Remove Rust From Metal Using Kitchen Ingredients

By Bob Vila

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Exterior

5 Easy Ways to Improve Kitchen Ventilation

By Steffani Cameron, Bob Vila

How To Get Rid of Voles
DIY

How to Get Rid of Voles Humanely in 7 Steps

By Jill Lawrence O’Hara, Bob Vila, Evelyn Auer

how to get rid of ants in the kitchen ants crawling on counter
DIY

Solved! This is How to Get Rid of Ants in the Kitchen Once and for All

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila, Deirdre Mundorf

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DIY

25 Types of Hammers and When to Use Them

By Bob Vila, Tom Scalisi, Bob Vila Staff

how to splice wires
DIY

How to Splice Wires for Home Electrical Projects

By Robert Ferguson, Bob Vila, Gretchen Heber

Choosing the Right Bathroom Fan Size
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

Solved! What Size Bathroom Fan Best Supports Your Space

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

can you paint vinyl siding?
DIY

How to Paint Vinyl Siding and Make Your Home Look New Again

By Bob Vila, Theresa Clement

how to clean shower head
Bathrooms

How to Clean a Shower Head

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How to Build Scaffolding (and When It’s a Better Idea Than Using a Ladder)
Exterior

How to Build Scaffolding (and When It’s a Better Idea Than Using a Ladder)

By Tony Carrick, Bob Vila

spring-home-maintenance-checklist
Exterior

Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

By Merv Kaufman, Bob Vila

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DIY

25 Types of Pliers and How to Use Them

By Bob Vila, Tom Scalisi

gardener starting lawn mower in garden
DIY

How to Start a Lawn Mower and Troubleshoot Common Problems

By Bob Vila, Tony Carrick

How to Tile a Bathroom Wall
Bathroom Remodeling

How to Tile a Bathroom Wall

By Bob Vila, Tom Scalisi

Does Bleach Kill Bed Bugs
DIY

Solved! Does Bleach Kill Bed Bugs?

By Danielle Fallon-O’Leary, Bob Vila

How Long to Water the Lawn, Solved!
DIY

Solved! How Long to Water Your Lawn

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

Soil Types
Gardening

All You Need to Know About Soil Types

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Close up view of a fire ant colony on the ground.
Garden Pests

How to Get Rid of Fire Ants: 5 Tried-and-True Methods

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, James Kidd

Spring Lawn Care
Lawn & Garden

7 Things to Do in Spring for a Healthy, Gorgeous Lawn Year-Round

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

DIY Deck
Deck, Patio & Porch

Building a Basic Deck? Top Tips for DIYers

By Bob Vila

All You Need to Know About Geothermal Heating Systems
Energy & Power

All You Need to Know About Geothermal Heating Systems

By Maureen Blaney Flietner, Bob Vila

Types of Roofing Materials
Building & Installing

All You Need to Know About Roofing Materials

By Bob Vila

How To Wallpaper A Bedroom
DIY

The Beginner’s Guide to Working with Wallpaper

By Bob Vila

Kitchen Remodeling Tips
DIY

Planning Guide: Kitchen Remodeling

By LuAnn Brandsen, Bob Vila

How to Install Tile
Building & Installing

How to Install Tile the Right Way

By Bob Vila

How to Use a Saw the Right Way
DIY

How to Use a Saw the Right Way

By Bob Vila

Wall to Wall Carpeting in a Home
Flooring

All You Need to Know About Wall-to-Wall Carpeting

By Bob Vila

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DIY

25 Types of Nails and How to Use Them

By Bob Vila, Tom Scalisi

How to Clean Gardening Tools
DIY

How to Clean and Care for Your Gardening Tools

By Kelsey Savage, Bob Vila

How to Get Rid of Frogs
Garden Pests

How To Get Rid of Frogs

By Meghan Wentland, Bob Vila

Refrigerator Leaking Water? 4 Fixes You Can Do Yourself
Appliances

Solved! Why Is My Refrigerator Leaking Water?

By Amy Lynch, Bob Vila

how long do refrigerators last
Appliances

Solved! This is How Long Refrigerators Last

By Theresa Clement, Bob Vila, Manasa Reddigari

3 Ways to Improve Sliding Door Security
Doors

3 Ways to Improve Sliding Door Security

By Michelle Ullman, Bob Vila

tick in house
DIY

Solved! What to Do When You Find Ticks in the House

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

All You Need to Know About Dormer Windows
Architecture

All You Need to Know About Dormer Windows

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How to Get Rid of Boxelder Bugs
DIY

How To: Get Rid of Boxelder Bugs

By Bob Vila

Homemade Wasp Trap - Wasp Nest
DIY

How to Make a DIY Wasp Trap from a Bottle and the Right Bait

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

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Bathrooms

Solved! Why Is My Toilet Bubbling, and How Can I Fix It?

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Basement Flooring
Basements

Basement Flooring 101

By Joe Provey, Bob Vila

Types Of Wood Fences
Curb Appeal

10 Types of Fencing Materials All Homeowners Should Know

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, Theresa Clement

Butcher Block Countertops Pros and Cons
Building & Installing

Butcher Block Countertops: Pros and Cons to Consider Before Installation 

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

9 Tips for Cleaning Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets

The Dos and Don’ts of Cleaning Kitchen Cabinets

By Michelle Ullman, Bob Vila

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Cleaning

Solved! What Is Trisodium Phosphate, and Is it Safe to Use?

By Tom Scalisi, Bob Vila

How to Install a Prehung Door - interior open door
DIY

How to Install a Prehung Door

By Michael Franco, Bob Vila, Timothy Dale

Types of Hardwood Flooring
Building & Installing

New Floors? 5 Top Hardwood Options to Know

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How to Install Click Flooring
DIY

How To: Install Click Flooring

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

house styles
Curb Appeal

20 House Styles and Types All Homeowners (and Home Buyers) Should Know About

By Mary O’Neil, Bob Vila, Theresa Clement

8 Types of Hardwood Floor Finishes
Flooring

Which Finish Is Right for Your Hardwood Floors?

By Michelle Ullman, Bob Vila

How to Polish Wood Floors
DIY

How to Polish Wood Floors

By Katelin Hill, Bob Vila, Donna Boyle Schwartz

5 Things to Know About Blown-in Insulation
Heating & Cooling

8 Things to Know About Blown-In Insulation

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

tudor style house Home exterior in Tudorian style
Design

All You Need to Know About Tudor Style Homes, Then and Now

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

joint compound vs spackle hand spackling wall
DIY

Joint Compound vs. Spackle: What’s the Difference?

By Katelin Hill, Bob Vila

When Remodeling an Old House, Which Features Should You Keep?
Design

When Remodeling an Old House, Which Features Should You Keep?

By Bob Vila

how to get rid of roaches - roach outside home
DIY

How to Get Rid of Cockroaches

By Bob Vila, Tony Carrick

how to install a light fixture
Building & Installing

How to Install a Light Fixture

By Gretchen Heber, Bob Vila, Kit Stansley

board and batten
Architecture

Board and Batten Siding and Trim: All You Need to Know

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

how long does gas last
Exterior

Solved! How Long Does Gas Last?

By Phillip Tinner, Bob Vila, Manasa Reddigari

lath and plaster ceiling
Architecture

7 Things to Know About Lath and Plaster Walls

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, Theresa Clement