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They are cheap and easy to install, and they camouflage a host of flaws, but popcorn ceilings are also dated and tend...
Tackle paint jobs, prep work, maintenance, and repairs quickly and easily with these expert tips and tools. The following content is paid advertising create...
Make short work of the pesky projects you’ve been putting off with the help of some of the coolest, pro-approved tools on the market. This content has been ...
Professional drywall taping crews make it look so easy: They move quickly, slather compound on every joint and nail h...
What do you do when you find yourself staring at a hole in a wall caused by a furniture ding, a too-eagerly opened do...
Get pro-quality results on your next paint job with these expert tips and tools that promise ease of application, consistent color and texture, and crisp, clean e...
Sanding certainly isn’t the most fun part of a furniture or room makeover. Still, it's a vital step in the prep work ...
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With today's busy schedules, it can be tough to find the time to take on lengthy home improvement projects. But you don’t have to dedicate your entire summer vaca...
Let’s face it: Some projects can be downright messy. In fact, you've probably scrubbed up after a few particularly dirty ones yourself! But if you’re spending as ...
This content has been brought to you by Hyde Tools. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila. com. Concrete is one...
Lugging around a heavy toolbox gets old after a while, but you often need half a dozen tools just to complete even a simple do-it-yourself repair. Make it easier ...
Painting the exterior of your house is a big project that can quickly turn into a huge headache if you’re not adequat...
Are you dissatisfied with your home’s less-than-fabulous first impression but too strapped for time to do anything about it? Don’t worry! You don’t have to take o...
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Buying hand tools can be a confusing—and at times a losing—proposition. When faced with aisles full of putty knives, hammers, utility knives, and other toolbox mu...
Drywall taping has always been a notoriously messy, imprecise undertaking. In the past, no matter the size of the job...
Do-it-yourself projects around the house can be very rewarding, not least because they give you greater control over the final product and save you money on labor...
If you’re like most people, you probably have a handful of utility knives stashed around the house somewhere</em>—in junk drawers, garage cabinets, or tool boxes....
Concrete holds a place of honor in both the professional construction and do-it-yourself worlds. When mixed correctly...
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Do you have a flaking eyesore of a fence that plagues the perimeter of your property? While there are no shortcuts to...
You’ve got your toolbox organized and know just what to grab when you’ve got a job to do. But wouldn’t it be great if your go-to hand tools had other uses that ma...
While before-and-afters of painting projects are often breathtaking, there tends to be a <i>little</i> bit of ugly at the end—specifically, the time-consuming cle...
If you’re reluctant to rearrange the pictures on your walls because you dread dealing with the nail holes left behind...
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Whether you promptly take care of all household chores or (like the rest of us!) tend to let certain tasks slide, you probably dread particular duties that requir...
Summer teases us with warm breezes and long days just perfect for relaxation and repose. But for many homeowners, too...
It’s tough to get excited about outdoor cleaning projects when you’d rather be at the lake or on the golf course. For...
Whether you’re filling cracks along the kitchen sink or closing up gaps around a drafty window frame, you can count o...
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Walls framed by baseboards and crown molding exude unmistakable character and polish, most notably in historical home...
Walls take a beating. Overzealous furniture movers, rowdy kids, and constant doorknob bangs can leave dents, cracks, and holes that mar your walls' once-smooth su...
Have you ever turned a blind eye to the chipping paint on a wall or ceiling to avoid the ordeal of redoing those hard...
Although metal patio furniture is elegant and durable, it can over time become a rust-coated symbol of neglect. Inste...
When you're after a polished-looking paint finish, it's tempting to call in the pros—after all, that's one way of eliminating those DIY “oops” moments that lead t...
Even with all the new hand and power tools on the market, nothing can replace the dependability of the simple putty knife for everyday DIY tasks. Until now, you h...
Whether you’re refreshing your living room wall color or priming the porch for perfection, when it comes to paint job...
We’re entering the season of DIY and “to-do”—and that means it's finally time to get to that list of around-the-house projects you’ve put off all winter. Whether ...
April showers keep many DIYers indoors working on home maintenance projects large and small, from pepping up interior...
If you think your hose is the ultimate outdoor cleaning tool… think again! Some areas are just too tricky, too high or too grungy for your hose to tackle all by i...
Think your wood siding needs a fresh coat of paint? Maybe. Or it could be that your wood clapboard, lap, or shingle s...
Your lawn mower has more in common with a race car than you might think. To stay in top working order, both require t...
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Good things come to those who wait: That may be sound advice for life in general, but if you're a car owner, it's bes...
A fixture of backyard barbecues and poolside parties, patio furniture must withstand not only the elements, but also ...
Winters put backyard decks to the test. If yours emerged from the ravages of the season worse for wear, take heart. Today, the floorboards may be weathered and th...
Here's what the real estate agent doesn't say: Owning a home near the ocean is rarely a day at the beach. Salt air pu...
This time of year, we all rely on the garden hose for any number of chores around the yard. But useful though it may ...
We’d all like a little more time. Unfortunately, you can’t buy it. You can, however, save some time as you go about y...
Let’s be honest. Drywall repair is not something most people look forward to. Although it’s relatively straightforwar...
Tile has always been a popular choice for floors, walls, and other surfaces due to its durability and long life. In f...
