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Restore the spotless shine to dirty or tarnished silver plate pieces with a few common household cleaners.

The strength and durability of cement board make it a great choice for home improvement projects—but they also make it a little more difficult to manipulate. Learn the right tools and methods to make cutting through the rock-hard material a snap.

Your home's exterior really takes a beating. Give it an occasional cleaning to brighten up its appearance, get rid of mildew, and prevent discoloration. Sounds like a good idea, right? Well, have we got a tool for you!

All it takes to keep this big-ticket appliance running smoothly is a simple maintenance task you can complete in less than 15 minutes. How cool is that!

Add style and storage to a simple unframed mirror using little more than a 1x4 and plywood.

Transform drab wood furniture with this authentic-looking “antique” finish.

Nothing looks more outdated than dingy wicker furniture. Fortunately, you can revive a tired piece with only a fresh coat of paint. Here's how to get it done.

Whether you’re a serious crafter or dabble in occasional art projects, a top-notch pair of scissors can come in handy.

If you're unhappy with your ceramic tile, ripping it out isn't your only option. Did you ever consider painting it?

With a few simple steps and a glass cutting tool, you can get a custom-cut mirror in no time.

Use up scrap wood—and your free afternoon—building a simple tabletop from 2x4 lumber. Want to make it memorable? Apply not one, but a trio of stains. Then protect the finished wood from weather and wear with a urethane sealer.

Don't spend another minute plagued by an ugly or outdated wallpaper border! A few tools and an afternoon are all it takes to drag a room out of the past and into today's modern stylings.

Ditch the bucket of soapy water and leave your floors sparkling clean with one of these high-quality spray mops.

If you can’t choose between carpet and wood to cover your stairs, choose both! A runner gives you the beauty of wood as well as the decorative and practical benefits of carpeting. Install one on your stairs with this DIY step-by-step.

A fresh coat of paint can do wonders to revitalize and protect your household metals. You'll just need a few tools and as always in DIY painting projects, a focus on prep work.

It's not hard to hang picture frames on a brick wall. First, read through our simple instructions. Then grab your drill, some wall anchors, and a friend—and get to work!

Talk about an exit strategy! Here’s an open-and-shut case for fixing a common problem yourself.

If you love everything about your wood cabinets except for their color, forget about spending a small fortune to replace them with a brand-new set. Instead, refinish the boxes, doors, and drawers with a stain that brings out the natural beauty of the material. Here's how.

Tired of flushing your money down the drain? Learn how switching to a dual flush toilet can help reduce your water bill and help the environment.

Don’t throw out that scorched pot or pan just yet! Get burnt pans spic-and-span again with this fast and fun six-step approach.