Home Improvement

Whether you’re a seasoned handyman or a novice, here are tips on home improvement—from the very basic to the unusual! See our Household page as well for more home tips.

Early American Fence Styles Made of Natural Materials

Natural fences made of stumps, logs, brush, stone, and plants

Tips for a Speedy House Sale

15 simple ways to sell your house faster

How to Keep Drains from Clogging

Prevent and Clear Blocked Drains

How to Find a Good Roofer

How to Fix Cracks in Walls

Repairing hairline cracks in drywall, plaster, concrete, brick

How Much Do You Need: Tile and Vinyl Flooring

Carpet Types and Their Uses

How Much Paint Do I Need?

How to Figure Out Paint Amounts for Walls, Ceilings, and More

How Much Do You Need: Wallpaper

Repainting: Preparing the Surface

Preventing Frozen Pipes (and What To Do If They Freeze)

How to prevent and thaw frozen pipes

Uses for an Old Toothbrush

Home Improvement