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How to Texture Walls

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How To: Texture Walls How To: Texture Walls

By Michael Franco, Bob Vila

How to Clean a Wool Rug - vacuum

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How To: Clean a Wool Rug How To: Clean a Wool Rug

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

Linoleum Flooring in the Mudroom

Interior

5 Little-Known Advantages of Linoleum Flooring 5 Little-Known Advantages of Linoleum Flooring

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

How To Remove Laminate Floors

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How To: Remove Laminate Flooring How To: Remove Laminate Flooring

By Rick Muscoplat, Bob Vila

5 Signs It's Time to Replace a Subfloor

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5 Signs It’s Time to Replace a Subfloor 5 Signs It’s Time to Replace a Subfloor

By Tom Scalisi, Bob Vila

Vinyl Flooring Pros and Cons

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The Pros and Cons of Vinyl Flooring The Pros and Cons of Vinyl Flooring

By Andreana Lefton, Bob Vila

7 Things to Know Before Putting Wood Flooring in the Kitchen

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7 Things to Know Before Putting Wood Flooring in the Kitchen 7 Things to Know Before Putting Wood Flooring in the Kitchen

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

What You Need to Know Before Installing a Floating Tile Floor

Interior

Read This Before You Install a Floating Tile Floor Read This Before You Install a Floating Tile Floor

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

When to Worry About Cracks in the Basement Floor

Interior

Solved! What Cracks in the Basement Floor Really Mean Solved! What Cracks in the Basement Floor Really Mean

Attic Flooring 101

Interior

All You Need to Know About Attic Flooring All You Need to Know About Attic Flooring

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Exterior

Stucco 101 Stucco 101

By Michael Franco, Bob Vila

How to Finish Drywall Joints - Drywall Mud

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How To: Finish Drywall Joints How To: Finish Drywall Joints

By Kit Stansley, Bob Vila

The Dos and Don'ts of Drywall Taping

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The Dos and Don’ts of Taping Drywall The Dos and Don’ts of Taping Drywall

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How to Sand Drywall - Sand Drywall Before Painting

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How To: Sand Drywall How To: Sand Drywall

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

Interior

Repair Drywall with Less Hassle Repair Drywall with Less Hassle

By Michael Franco

Types of Fertilizer Every Gardener Should Know

Lawn & Garden

Landscaping Lowdown: Understanding the Different Types of Fertilizer Landscaping Lowdown: Understanding the Different Types of Fertilizer

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

Garage Door Won't Close

Exterior

3 Fixes for a Garage Door That Won’t Close 3 Fixes for a Garage Door That Won’t Close

By Brenda Silva

The Best Grass for Shade, Solved!

Lawn & Garden

Solved! The Best Grass to Grow in Your Shaded Lawn Solved! The Best Grass to Grow in Your Shaded Lawn

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

7 Things You Never Knew Cause Brown Grass (and How to Fix Them)

Lawn & Garden

Solved! What to Do About Brown Grass Solved! What to Do About Brown Grass

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

How to Kill Tree Roots

Lawn & Garden

How To: Kill Tree Roots How To: Kill Tree Roots

Best Magnetic Drill Press

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The Best Magnetic Drill Presses to Add to Your Workshop The Best Magnetic Drill Presses to Add to Your Workshop

By Timothy Dale

10 Ways to Make Your Fall Lawn Care Easier, According to the Pros

Lawn & Garden

10 Ways to Make Your Fall Lawn Care Easier, According to the Pros 10 Ways to Make Your Fall Lawn Care Easier, According to the Pros

Burning Smell from Your Dryer? 6 DIY Fixes

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What’s Causing That Burning Smell Coming from the Dryer? Solved! What’s Causing That Burning Smell Coming from the Dryer? Solved!

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Dishwasher Not Cleaning? 10 Easy Fixes

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Solved! What to Do When Your Dishwasher Isn’t Cleaning Solved! What to Do When Your Dishwasher Isn’t Cleaning

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How to Drain a Washing Machine

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How To: Drain a Washing Machine How To: Drain a Washing Machine

By Katelin Hill, Bob Vila

What to Do When the Oven is Smoking

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Solved! What to Do When Your Oven Is Smoking Solved! What to Do When Your Oven Is Smoking

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

How to Find a Roof Leak

Exterior

How To: Find a Roof Leak How To: Find a Roof Leak

How to Tighten a Toilet Seat

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How To: Tighten a Toilet Seat How To: Tighten a Toilet Seat

By Amy Lynch, Bob Vila

The Dos and Don'ts of Replacing a Toilet

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The Dos and Don’ts of Replacing a Toilet The Dos and Don’ts of Replacing a Toilet

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Stainless Steel Counters - Modern Kitchen

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All You Need to Know About Stainless Steel Countertops All You Need to Know About Stainless Steel Countertops

By Jill Lawrence O’Hara, Bob Vila

Clogged Kitchen Sink? 5 Steps to a Fresh Drain

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Solved! What to Do When Your Kitchen Sink Is Clogged Solved! What to Do When Your Kitchen Sink Is Clogged

By Michelle Ullman, Bob Vila

How to Fix a Leaking Garbage Disposal Yourself

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Solved! What to Do About a Leaking Garbage Disposal Solved! What to Do About a Leaking Garbage Disposal

Toilet Overflowing? The 3-Step Fix

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Solved! What to Do When Your Toilet Starts Overflowing Solved! What to Do When Your Toilet Starts Overflowing

Kit Stansley How To Install a Dimmer Switch

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How To: Install a Dimmer Switch How To: Install a Dimmer Switch

By Kit Stansley

The Most Popular Paint Colors in America

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The Most Popular Paint Colors in America The Most Popular Paint Colors in America

By Marie Proeller Hueston

How to Get Rid of Crabgrass

Lawn & Garden

How To: Get Rid of Crabgrass How To: Get Rid of Crabgrass

How to Get Rid of Crows

Lawn & Garden

How To: Get Rid of Crows How To: Get Rid of Crows

By Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

How to Get Rid of Rabbits

Lawn & Garden

How To: Get Rid of Rabbits How To: Get Rid of Rabbits

By Steffani Cameron, Bob Vila

The Best Rubber Mallet Option

Reviews

The Best Rubber Mallets to Add to Your Workshop The Best Rubber Mallets to Add to Your Workshop

By Timothy Dale

8 Winter Flowers that Will Brighten a Gray Garden

Lawn & Garden

Solved! 8 Flowers Sure to Bloom in Winter Solved! 8 Flowers Sure to Bloom in Winter

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Dealing with Carpet in a Bathroom

Interior

Solved! Dealing with a Carpeted Bathroom Solved! Dealing with a Carpeted Bathroom

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

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Everything You Need to Know About Winterizing Pipes Everything You Need to Know About Winterizing Pipes

By Emily Burns Morgan, Bob Vila

How To: Paint Aluminum Siding

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How To: Paint Aluminum Siding How To: Paint Aluminum Siding

How to Cut Pavers

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How To: Cut Pavers How To: Cut Pavers

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How to Repair a Noisy Radiator

Interior

Noisy Radiator? Here’s How to Shush It Noisy Radiator? Here’s How to Shush It

By Steven Fox, Bob Vila

Painting vs Staining a Deck: The Better Finish for Your Structure

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What’s the Difference? Painting vs. Staining the Deck What’s the Difference? Painting vs. Staining the Deck

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

How to Stop a Door from Slamming

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Solved! How to Prevent Doors from Slamming Solved! How to Prevent Doors from Slamming

By Michelle Ullman, Bob Vila

6 Key Tips for Painting Bathroom Tile

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6 Things to Know Before Painting Bathroom Tile 6 Things to Know Before Painting Bathroom Tile

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

21 Brilliant Hacks for Everyday Home Repairs

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21 Brilliant Hacks for Everyday Home Repairs 21 Brilliant Hacks for Everyday Home Repairs

By Manasa Reddigari

Roof Leak Repair

Exterior

4 Tips for Repairing a Leaky Roof 4 Tips for Repairing a Leaky Roof

By Larry Bilotti, Bob Vila

The Big Bathroom Remodeling Design Decision: Tub vs. Shower

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The Big Bathroom Remodeling Design Decision: Tub vs. Shower The Big Bathroom Remodeling Design Decision: Tub vs. Shower

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

All You Need to Know About Doorless Showers

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All You Need to Know About Doorless Showers All You Need to Know About Doorless Showers

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Clearing a Clogged Sink - Do's and Don'ts

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The Dos and Don’ts of Clearing a Clogged Sink The Dos and Don’ts of Clearing a Clogged Sink

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How to Paint Paneling

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How To: Paint Wood Wall Paneling How To: Paint Wood Wall Paneling

By Joe Provey, Bob Vila

2ndfloorliving-how-to-paint-trim-moldings

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How To: Paint Trim How To: Paint Trim

By Joe Provey, Bob Vila

Heat Pump vs. Furnace: Which Is Right for Your Home?

Interior

What’s the Difference? Heat Pump vs. Furnace What’s the Difference? Heat Pump vs. Furnace

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

3 Basement Drains for a Dry Downstairs Living Space

Interior

All You Need to Know About Basement Drains All You Need to Know About Basement Drains

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Be Your Own General Contractor

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Being Your Own General Contractor Being Your Own General Contractor

The Best Wood Stain for Furniture, Cabinets, Trim, and More

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The Best Wood Stains for DIYers and Pros The Best Wood Stains for DIYers and Pros

By Glenda Taylor

Achieve a Unique Burnt Wood Finish with Shou Sugi Ban

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The Appeal of a Burnt Wood Finish The Appeal of a Burnt Wood Finish

By Manasa Reddigari

How Much It Costs to Hire a Handyman

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Here’s Exactly What You Can Expect to Pay a Handyman Here’s Exactly What You Can Expect to Pay a Handyman

By Debbie Dey for Puls

Miter Saw vs. Table Saw: 9 Key Differences to Know

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What’s the Difference? Miter Saw vs. Table Saw What’s the Difference? Miter Saw vs. Table Saw

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Why You'll Want an Air Filtration System When Painting a Room

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The One Tool You’re Probably Not Bringing to a Paint Job—But Should The One Tool You’re Probably Not Bringing to a Paint Job—But Should

By Glenda Taylor

How to Fix Cracks in a Concrete Driveway

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Solved! What to Do About Cracks in a Concrete Driveway Solved! What to Do About Cracks in a Concrete Driveway

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila