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8 Winter Flowers that Will Brighten a Gray Garden
Lawn & Garden

Solved! 8 Flowers Sure to Bloom in Winter

Ensure that your garden looks lively year-round by filling flower beds and window boxes with any of these winter blooms.

All You Need to Know About Venetian Plaster
Interior

All You Need to Know About Venetian Plaster

You don’t have to be in Rome to do as the Romans do. Get the scoop on the Venetian plaster treatment used to bring the appearance of natural stone to drab walls or ceilings.

Dealing with Carpet in a Bathroom
Interior

Solved! Dealing with a Carpeted Bathroom

Learn the hard truth about having the softest flooring in the bathroom.

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Interior

Firewood: What Type Should You Use?

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Interior

Everything You Need to Know About Winterizing Pipes

4 Reasons Homeowners Choose Tile Roofs
Exterior

4 Reasons Homeowners Choose Tile Roofs

Tile roofs come in many styles, each with its own preferred applications and intrinsic beauty. But there’s more to them than what meets the eye: Learn about what else makes them so attractive to homeowners.

Attic Conversion - Family Room
Interior

Planning Guide: Attic Conversion

Though it's rarely a breeze, attic conversion holds tremendous appeal for homeowners seeking more living space under their own roofs.

Crawl Space Solutions - Dirt Floor
Interior

Convert Your Crawl Space into a Storage Area

There's nothing stopping you from storing off-season items in your crawl space—nothing except for moisture, mold, insects and potentially rodents. Here, learn what's involved in converting your crawl space into a safe haven for belongings you want to keep but don't frequently need access to.

How to Cut Pavers
DIY

How To: Cut Pavers

Cleanly trim brick, stone, or concrete pavers to fit your outdoor setting with the right tools and technique.

What Is a Sump Pump?
Interior

What You Need to Know Before Buying a Sump Pump

Have a serious flooding problem at home? A sump pump could help. Find out whether one is right for you—and what to consider when buying one.

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

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

Find out what distinguishes two popular finishes, paint vs. stain, to get the right protection for your deck.

How to Stop a Door from Slamming
DIY

Solved! How to Prevent Doors from Slamming

Discover why doors slam on their own (it’s nothing spooky!) and how to stop the loud annoyance via several simple methods.

6 Key Tips for Painting Bathroom Tile
DIY

6 Things to Know Before Painting Bathroom Tile

Brush up on all the details surrounding this bargain bathroom rehab option.

Gas or Oil Furnace - Which Is Better?
Interior

Gas vs. Oil: Which Furnace Is Better?

21 Brilliant Hacks for Everyday Home Repairs
DIY

21 Brilliant Hacks for Everyday Home Repairs

From clearing clogged drains to filling nail holes, maintaining your home can seem like a MacGyver-esque challenge—but it doesn't have to be this way. Make light work of these and other common repairs with our collection of 21 invaluable home hacks.

Roof Leak Repair
Exterior

4 Tips for Repairing a Leaky Roof

When you have asphalt shingles overhead, roof repair is a simple matter of locating the leak and correctly sealing it. Follow these four steps to wrap up this repair without even needing to call in the pros.

Repairing a Driveway? The Right Solution for Every Surface
Exterior

Repairing a Driveway? The Right Solution for Every Surface

Find the right repair technique for asphalt, concrete, and gravel driveways to restore your home’s curb appeal.

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

The Big Bathroom Remodeling Design Decision: Tub vs. Shower

Compare the pros and cons of two key fixtures to help you make the right decision for your bathroom makeover.

All You Need to Know About Doorless Showers
Interior

All You Need to Know About Doorless Showers

Get must-know info about doorless showers—including size, material, and cost considerations—to find out if one will work in your bathroom.

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

The Dos and Don’ts of Clearing a Clogged Sink

Unclogging your kitchen or bathroom sink doesn’t have to be a job for the professionals. Before you try breaking up the blockage yourself, consider these best practices to prevent damaging your pipelines.