General Woodworking Knowledge
01
May
Woodworking encompasses an incredibly wide spectrum. This includes anything from making knickknacks and birdhouses, to building heirloom furniture and ornate...
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Repainting Your Home: Tips for the DIYer
01
Apr
If your home’s paint is beginning to peel and crack, it may be getting difficult to avoid the age old question: Should I hire a painter or do it myself?That...
Use Paving Stones to Transform Your Outdoor Space
01
Apr
If you find yourself gazing out into your backyard thinking of something you can do to spruce things up, have you considered using paving stones? Installing...
Convert your Spare Room into a Hobby Room
01
Mar
For a lot of people, there are few things more satisfying or rewarding than becoming fully immersed in a creative project that they enjoy: A hobby. The...
Design Trends in Bathroom Tile
01
Mar
When taking into account the long-lasting durability that tile can bring to the bathroom, it makes sense that the choices of color and design should be as...
The Latest Tech Innovations for Contractors
01
Feb
Who doesn’t like the latest gadgets to help make the job go a little easier? The old adage that “necessity is the mother of invention” holds true here....
Adding Extra Counter Space with These D.I.Y Tips
01
Feb
Besides the stove, refrigerator and sink, all kitchens have one other thing in common: there’s never enough counter space. Enough room to work is essential for...
Power Tools Every Homeowner Should Have
01
Jan
Owning a home, means maintaining a home. In order to do so properly, there is a basic arsenal of power tools that each homeowner should have at their disposal....
Need More Space? An Organized Closet Can Help!
01
Jan
It doesn’t take long to fill up a closet. Though we often start with the best of intentions, keeping closets organized can be quite a struggle. There are many...
Winter Home Improvement Projects
01
Dec
It’s easy to feel cooped up inside after a few months of winter. The holiday buzz has died down, you’ve finally finished putting away all those seasonal...
Five Steps For Personalizing The Interior Of Your Home
01
Oct
If you just moved into a new home or you are looking to revamp the one you’re already in, you may be looking to give your house a brand new identity. Here are...
How To Correctly Measure For Replacement Doors
01
Sep
Looking to upgrade your exterior steel door to a more energy efficient fiberglass or solid wood door? Or perhaps you want to replace the composite interior...
Quick Tips for Putting On That New Roof
01
Sep
Roofing is hard work and should not be taken lightly. Its one of those things that you try to avoid because its so much work, but the time will come when you...
The Safest Way to Change Ceiling Lights in Your Home
01
Aug
We have all been caught staring at our ceiling, wondering how we will ever get up the courage to climb up a ladder and replace that pesky ceiling bulb or ugly...
Simple ideas for fixing big pest problems
01
Aug
Here’s some non-toxic ideas brought to you by S.J. Neathawk for getting rid of some pests that may try to get into your home, or are already there: Ants in...
Getting the Most Use Out of Your Deck
01
Jul
We all know that the deck is the place to be when it comes to barbecuing and relaxing in the sun. With all of the time and money invested in your deck, doesn’t...
Bright Ideas for Outdoor Lighting
01
Jul
You work hard on your house and landscaping, so there’s no reason why the beauty of it all should be hidden when the sun goes down. Outdoor lighting can bring...
Gutter Installation Tips
01
Jun
Gutters play an important role in keeping your home safe from water damage. Without them, your foundation can be weakened over time; water can seep into your...
Window Boxes Can Dress up Your House
01
Jun
When it comes to curb appeal, window boxes provide a lot of bang for the buck. With basic tools, materials and just a few hours of effort, you can make a huge...
Repairing Concrete Steps
01
May
If your home has concrete steps, there may come a time when a little repair is necessary. Depending on the age of your steps or their exposure to the elements,...
Shedding Some Light: Shed Building Tips
01
Apr
If you find yourself reminiscing about the days when you could actually park your car in the garage, it may be time to build a shed. An outdoor shed is an...
Maintaining your Hot Water Heater
01
Jan
Few household appliances are depended on more and thought about less than the hot water heater. For many homeowners, installing or replacing the hot water...
Tips for Organizing your Attic and Keeping it in Tip Top Shape
01
Jan
If you are like most people, this is time of year when you head on up to the attic to retrieve your holiday decorations. However, you might be unfortunate...
Vinyl Windows Save Energy
01
Nov
When it comes to offering homeowners superior energy efficiency, quality vinyl windows are still the way to go. Vinyl frame and insulated glass reduce heating...
What You Should Know About Pellet Stoves
01
Nov
Like a fireplace, a pellet stove is an alternative way of heating your house without the crazy costs of energy bills. What most people do not know is that...