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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

Keep your home’s interior at the ideal temperature with the right type of heating device for your climate and budget.

Keep your basement dry and everything in it free from water damage with just a few key drainage systems and strategies.

You may have some sleepless nights, but being your own general contractor can help ensure you get exactly what you want.

Choose the right stain to enhance the look and durability of your wood projects, indoors and out.

The hottest trend in design—which is also an ancient Japanese technique—offers surprising benefits for siding, furniture, and more.

Get the lowdown on low flow so you can find the best water-saving technology for your bathroom.

If you hire the right help—for the right price—you may finally be able to check all those long-delayed home projects off your to-do list.

Find out which detergent reigns supreme in getting your clothes clean an keeping your appliances running smoothly.