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Reviving a tired vanity with fresh paint will transform the look of your whole bathroom. This step-by-step tutorial will help you get started today.

I used the Solo Stove Bonfire for months and found out why it was so easy to warm up to this fire pit favorite.

Don’t be intimidated by the idea of making practical and stylish changes to your home! These DIY home projects are simple enough for anyone to accomplish.

Give food the mouthwatering smoky taste you deserve with the best charcoal for your grill.

Stop leaving all those lights on around the house, and save money on your electric bill by installing the best motion sensor light switch.

There are several factors that can lead to a sagging roof, from excess weight to faulty installation. We’ve outlined how to fix a sagging roof yourself, but know when it’s time to hire a professional to repair the damage.

Wondering how to restore a weathered deck that’s ruining the appearance of your backyard? If your deck needs a little love, there are ways you can restore it to its former glory.

If your area has experienced heavy storms recently, you’ll want to know how to identify and address hail damage on a roof.

Learn what you can—and can’t—do when getting rid of old tires.

Does the citronella plant really repel mosquitoes, protecting you from their itchy bites? If not, what is it good for?

For those who have a knack for improving the functionality and decor of a space, these interior design schools can help aspiring designers get started on a career path.

Adding a fireplace can boost home value and provide cozy warmth on winter days. Fireplace installation cost ranges from $870 to $3,792, with most homeowners paying around $2,314.

You have plenty of choices when shopping for a folding table. I tested some popular models for durability, stability, and appearance—here’s why I found these tables tops!

When the garbage disposal stops functioning as it should, the issue should be addressed quickly to avoid further complications. Homeowners can expect to pay an average garbage disposal installation cost of $400, or between $150 and $950.

There are both benefits and potential drawbacks to building a gabion retaining wall. Learn more to decide if adding one will help your home’s landscaping.

Every bathroom needs a place to stow toiletries. Hanging a wall-mounted or recessed medicine cabinet is an easy enough DIY once you know what the project involves.

Power washing a deck is an affordable process that not only keeps this extension of living space clean and inviting but also helps to extend its lifespan. The average cost to power wash a deck is $150, with a range between $90 and $770.

From meandering hairline cracks to deep lines, here’s how to handle a crack in a basement wall and when to call a professional.

Harness this new information to keep mosquitoes at bay this summer.

Using water to blast the mildew, pollen, and debris off a home can make it look like new—but how hard will it hit your wallet? Expect the cost to power wash a house to be around $296, with the typical range being $100 to $650.