Not just any nail will do … Using the right type of fastener will make a world of difference in treated-wood projects.
Prep, layout, installation and finishing tips for tongue and groove floors.
Shelf Life: Build a case of shelves using pine and pocket-hole joinery.
The basics of installing three-tab asphalt shingles for an attractive, lont-lasting roof.
Slat-wall storage systems can help organize your shop or garage.
Choosing carpet as the flooring for your home offers some unique advantages over other materials.
The next generation of cordless tools powered by lithium-ion batteries are showing up everywehere. So, what’s the attraction? Here’s a close look at this breakthrough technology.
Not just another fence story … Here’s how to construct a fence made of forms, rebar reinforcement and shotcrete.
Prime BEEF is on the menu at this Iraq contingency base. U.S. military personnel face the toughest repair projects — with no big-box store to turn to.
Energy efficiency and an endless supply of hot water make tankless water heaters an appealing appliance for many homeowners.
A step-by-step look at building a brick paver patio. Winner of the 2007 Golden Hammer Award in the Internet category from the National Association of Home & Workshop Writers.
My wife and I were returning from a week long trip about 6 years ago. She happened
Trimming out a room is now one of the hottest projects for the do-it-yourself market. Thanks to TV shows, magazines and various websites,
Before getting started, it’s important to review several rules of thumb for proper vinyl siding installation to ensure a job well done. Prepare
Summertime means hot temperatures and even hotter houses. Many homes, particularly those with western exposures and little shade, absorb the sun’s heat during the
Pack it Down: Compaction plays a key role in ensuring quality landscape projects.
Install a floating subfloor to insulate your basement.
Here’s how to install a tubular skylight that brings natural light indoors.
Forget string and batter boards. Use the deck’s bandboards—and a cantilever beam—for fast layout and framing.
Both professionals and DIY’ers love the reciprocating saw. These things are often used for dismantling or demolishing some sort of structure, and the primal thrill
If you’re looking to dress up an ordinary room, think about installing crown molding (also spelled moulding). Very few additions make a visual impact like
Engineered wood products are a high-performance, consistent, reliable and environmentally responsible choice for everything from construction to home projects.
Improve Your Kitchen with a Brand New Countertop
How to Breath Freely: EHT Interviews Andrew Dan-Jumbo about Battling Allergens
The next time you drive through an upscale neighborhood in your community, take the time to admire a few particular homes that seem to
Table saws are excellent tools for making clean, accurate cuts.
From whole-house audio to camera-equipped security systems, a comprehensive structured wiring system in your home can accommodate a long list of modern-day amenities.
Rigid plastic footing forms are new alternatives to conventional forming methods for concrete pier footings. These types of piers are quicker and less expensive to
Here’s a step-by-step look at how to install your own bamboo floor.
To the driving enthusiast, there’s simply nothing better than rowing through the gears on a standard transmission. Whether it’s a heel-and-toe downshift into a
Cork flooring has an elegant and natural appearance. It is also hypoallergenic, anti-microbial and sound absorbent.
Hand planes are the epitome of fine woodworking. Extreme woodworkers use them, and serious collectors collect them. I’m both. I began with some of my
Drywall surrounds us and for good reasons. It is an inexpensive wall covering that goes up quickly. It is neutral and can be covered with
EHT explores the wonders of a toilet that flushes up.
Removal of thick layers of paint off wood is a challenge for many homeowners, especially if their homes were painted before 1978. Until that time,
A smartly designed sprinkler system can keep your lush summer lawn strong, green and healthy.
From furniture and cabinets to interior trim, refinishing can breathe new life into old wood.
Proper installation of wood siding can protect the building envelope from moisture intrusion.
When it comes to composite decking, a little research can pay off in the long run.
Decks are such a hot item for today’s home. There seems to be no limit to the new innovations, helpful accessories and decorative accents that
You’ve done it. You’re about to move into your new home and your new kitchen is just sitting there waiting to be outfitted.
Construct a two-tiered workbench for your woodworking chores.
A knockdown texture on sheetrock walls can give a room a warm, rustic appeal.
There’s not much glamour in gutter systems, but when properly installed, they do a great job of directing roof runoff away from your home. Flowing
Pergolas have been around for centuries, adding structure and beauty to outdoor living areas.
Create a new look and cut down on noise with an acoustic ceiling.
Tankless Water Heaters Powered by Propane Offer Continuous Hot Water, Cost Savings and Space Savings.
(TACOMA) – Wood University, the free online education portal offered by APA – The Engineered Wood Association, has added a 200 level course on connections.
Worried about mold in your home? Armed with a checklist, caulk gun and a common-sense plan, homeowners can overcome the hysteria about mold and protect
A closer look at gas-filled windows
Chances are if your home is more than 30 years old, you have some steel piping. This steel piping may be for plumbing supply
Solvent versus Water-Based Filler: Making the Best Choice for Wood Finishing Projects
When it comes to vertical tile installations, careful layout and attention to detail are key to a successful project.
If you could add it all together, how much time would you have wasted over the years searching your workshop for “just the right tool”
Radiant heat floor systems are a smart way to keep your home cozy from room to room. When the heat comes from beneath your feet, the cold climate of winter can feel much more warm and comfortable.
So, you’ve noticed your window isn’t there anymore, and Mother Nature is being more intimate with you. Maybe your stereo is missing, or pieces of
Building a swing arbor is a fun and easy weekend project to create a new outdoor area for rest and relaxation.
Sanding is a chore, but today’s new models can make it much easier.
Casting Light on the Most Used Rooms in the House.
Hazardous to construction projects, building performance
The kids are back in school, summer grilling and outdoor lounging is over, and in most spots across the U.S. it’s just too chilly
Get a stronger spark for improved ignition.
With winter right around the corner, there’s no time like the present to seal your home from moisture intrusion and heat loss.
The “extreme” power tool for many serious woodworkers is a wood lathe. A lathe is also one of the oldest woodworking tools. A bow-powered lathe
Professional tips for smart roofing installation.
Container Water Gardens Add Tranquility to Outdoor Spaces
For those new to laying tile, the temptation is to pick the straightest wall and start laying the floor along it. While that may work
From garden accent walls to taller walls that create space for a driveway, retaining walls can add a lot to your property. And new segmental block systems make construction easier than ever.
With a vast array of styles, shapes, sizes and prices, there’s bound to be a greenhouse design that fits your home. Build one of these useful structures and continue gardening throughout the fall and winter.
Concrete has been used in construction since the Romans invented it about 2,000 years ago. Although it’s been a widely used material for driveways and
Night-lighting your landscape offers a creative way to showcase your home.
Homeowners are constantly repairing minor blemishes in and around their homes, but many people do not know how to properly fix these minor problems.
A MENACE BEHIND THE WALL: RESEARCHERS DEVELOPING TECHNOLOGY TO DETECT HIDDEN MOLD
Cabot, the inventor of the first decking stain, shows homeowners how to protect and beautify their wooden decks.
Using drywall to cover cracked plaster provides an economical way to give an old room a new look.
The Power of the Sun: How to Use Skylights to Enhance a Room Addition
Use lightweight gypsum plaster to repair cosmetic damage to plaster walls.
Anchoring items to concrete or masonry often requires boring a hole, inserting an anchor of some sort, then bolting or screwing the item in place.
Whether you’re planning to aerate your lawn, put in a retaining wall, grind a stump, instal a deck or create your own garden pond and
IN A FIX, the new home-improvement show on the TLC Network, follows a team of remodelers who rescue homeowners from botched renovation projects.
When selecting new windows, marry your choices to your lifestyle.
Today’s metal roofs offer a wide range of benefits, from exceptional strength in the face of harsh weather, to a variety of styles and finishes.
Create your own planters for flowers and foliage to bring an organized look to your home or garden.
Surface preparation is key in exterior paint projects.
What’s the most versatile tool in your shop? An air compressor and mating air tools can do an amazing amount of work around your
Passing the Bar: Creating a bar pass-through between a kitchen and dining or family room can lighten both rooms and provide a gathering place between the two areas.
Give your pickup a pickup. A two-stage automotive upgrade can give your truck a big boost of horsepower.
Ask any seasoned contractor where a deck is most likely to fail, and odds are they’ll point to the ledger board. If it’s not properly installed and protected from moisture, this critical connection point can quickly become the weak link in an otherwise solid structure. That’s where Trex® Seal™ Ledger Tape comes in—a moisture-blocking MVP […]
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