by Joseph Truini If you’re an active do-it-yourselfer, woodworker or hobbyist, you probably have to sand wood on a regular basis. The often tedious and
By Matt Weber Water leaks are house killers, and this drywall repair story is testament to
Accent your lawn and landscape with a splash of color A well-kept lawn is the hallmark of a handsome home, but flower gardens and accents
Check out these four DIY-friendly approaches to wall trim. By Matt Weber
Uponor’s PEX tubing offers a more flexible, efficient, and durable alternative to traditional piping methods. Both Uponor’s plumbing (AquaPEX) and heating (hePEX) tubing hold a
Viance Offers Enhanced Warranties To alleviate any confusion and clarify what you can expect from their treated wood products, Viance
Q: How is polyacrylic different from polyurethane for a woodworking finish? A: Polyurethane is a widely used oil-based finish that creates a durable protective shell
Q: I’d like to move a backyard shed about thirty feet to make room for a new deck. Is there a way to move it
Q: I have a metal handrail that has some rust spots, including an area at the bottom of the hollow post where the metal has
Q: What’s the best way to match a popcorn-textured ceiling when making a repair? A: Home centers will usually carry a Popcorn Texture Patch product
By Sarah Green Carmichael Photos By Ben Carmichael Photography If you’ve redone a bathroom lately—or even taken a peek inside a home design magazine or
It seems that “smart” technology is overtaking the world, and soon virtually all the electronic appliances in your home will be able to wirelessly network
It seems that “smart” technology is overtaking the world, and soon virtually all the electronic appliances in your home will be able to wirelessly network
A simple leaky gasket can cause a big problem. You wouldn’t think a bathtub overflow drain would be the source of a water leak, especially
SnapPower, a consumer tech company that specializes in outlet cover plates, recently released its new product, the SnapPower
Use a steel wire to stabilize a leaning post and prevent further damage to your fence. A fence is only as strong as its posts.
By Mark Clement Inspired by Stonehenge, I call this project Plant-henge. I love projects that combine carpentry and landscaping; cool layout, dirt, big changes and
(guest post by Ryan Bridges) Fences can serve different purposes. Your home might need one to keep your livestock in and wild animals out, improve
By Tom Matthews Caulk products serve a number of functions around the home, but it all boils down
A home’s landscaping should have clean lawn lines with sharp borders and have well defined bed areas and
Cordless power tools … If you’re reading this blog then you probably use them — a lot. With their ample power and compact portability,
Scheduled for this May in Las Vegas, Nevada, the 2017 National Hardware Show is the prime place for face-to-face networking between manufacturing companies and home-improvement
(guest post by Joseph Truini) For more than 85 years, rotary tools have been favored by woodworkers, metal fabricators, machinists, toy makers, hobbyists, jewelers,
EcoBlend Roofing Tiles The EcoBlend polymer shake and slate roofs from DaVinci Roofscapes reflect sunlight and heat away
Sorting through my tax-return paperwork reminded me to check the IRS website to see what new 2017 Federal tax credits are available that I can
(guest post by Joseph Alongi) There’s a lot of work that goes into selling a home. As one of the biggest financial transactions you’ll ever
Tips and Tricks to Build a Treated Wood Fence By Matt Weber Privacy fences not only limit how much of your property other people can
Armstrong-Clark Company announces three new colors using high quality trans-oxide pigments to its oil base wood stain product line. Black Walnut was formulated to respond
The Simple Way to Add a New Grip What do you do when the grip on your favorite
By Merle Henkenius How will you know when your water heater needs to be replaced? When its steel
By Clint C. Thomas, Esq. Photography By Sterling Thomas It has been said that the lumber available today is not as dense or as solid
Q: I’m planning to build a deck attached to the rear of the house. It will be about 2 feet high. Is it necessary to
Q: The fan to my furnace/AC system stays on after the furnace has finished its heating cycle. This causes it to blow unheated air non-stop,
Q: I’d like to add a ceiling fan in my bedroom, but the center of the room (where I’d like to locate it) falls right
Q: I replaced the floor tile in a bathroom. The new tile isn’t nearly as thick as the old tile, and now my toilet sits
Believe it or not, life in paradise has its down side. If you’re a homeowner, the constant salt air, strong winds and sea spray can
By Matt Weber A shower diverter valve switches the supply of water from the faucet to the shower
What to Consider when Hanging Wood Planks Overhead By Matt Weber A wood plank ceiling offers the same classic décor as a wood plank floor,
(guest post by Steve Wilson) Out-of-square kitchen floors can challenge any tile installer who wants to do a good job. Fortunately, there are several ways
Once your yard wakes up from the winter, you’ll have a lot of outdoor work on your hands. Here are some new tools to help
Here’s some big news in the tool world: Craftsman, which has for decades been the trademark tool brand of Sears Holdings, has been purchased by
When a company has been around for over 130 years, how do they stay innovative? If they’re smart, they keep an eye on evolving platforms
Copper Press Fittings, like Viega’s ProPress series, are a relatively new alternative to traditional pipe connections. While these fittings provide a plethora of advantages, the
California Air Tools’ 1P1060S Portable Air Compressor The new 1P1060S Portable Air Compressor from California Air Tools is designed to be one of the quietest
By Tom Matthews Power tools are big, noisy and fun, but it’s often the smaller tools that get the big jobs accomplished. Check out this
Dress up your rafters with a decorative tail pattern By Matt Weber At the recent Remodeling Show/Deck Expo in Baltimore, Maryland, the EHT staff caught
By Matt Weber Bugs… Nobody wants them inside their house, but that’s what was flying through the big rips in our previous back-door screen. The
Decks offer homeowners a versatile way to customize their outdoor entertainment area. From a wide range of building materials to an even wider array of
Seattle, Wash. – Attractive paint colors, landscaping and decorative millwork can all make a home exterior more appealing. However, it’s what lies beneath the
Taco’s NEW SmartPlug is the patented tool designed to efficiently operate a home’s water heater both when the tenants are home and when they are
One of the greatest comforts in the world can be the satisfaction in knowing that you treat your home with a high level of care.
(guest post by Ryan Tyson; image via Flickr by oatsy40) Homebuyers face a certain degree of risk when they sign on the dotted line. They
(guest post by Steve Wilson) These days, the default 16-oz. claw hammer spends more time coaxing things into place than it does driving nails into
Q: What is the best type of screen material for a screened porch? A: Fiberglass and aluminum are the two main choices for a screen
Q: Why is it necessary to wait a few weeks before staining a new pressure-treated deck? A: Treatment with waterborne preservatives leaves moisture in the
Q: Is there any easier method of extracting a broken fence post than digging up the entire concrete base? A: After removing the fence rails
Q: I saw a photo online of what looked like interior wooden curtains that slid together on an overhead track to cover a window. How
Creative Log Lighters Cover your gas log lighter valve with this attractive escutcheon, and easily operate your gas logs with just the turn of a
Wood in the Shower instead of tile. We show you how. By Mark Clement
(guest post by Kori Cantor, Image Courtesy) For most of us, it is the bathroom where we feel mentally at peace to contemplate over the
Get the Kitchen of Your Dreams by Building the Perfect Cabinet By Linda Parker One of the best ways to revamp your kitchen is to
By Merle Henkenius If your home’s drinking water has an unpleasant taste or is occasionally cloudy, an inline water filter is often an easy and
Tackle the small jobs, but leave the big ones for the pros. The Extreme How-To staff has fielded a lot of questions about granite countertops
Increased homeowner interest in cool roofs and authentic-looking slate and shake roofing products will continue to spur the growth of polymer roofing products in 2017.
Extreme How-To’s first book, The Quick & Easy Home DIY Manual, is now available at Amazon.com and other fine retailers! Order your copy in time
(Guest post by Merle Henkenius) How will you know when your water heater needs to be replaced? When its steel tank begins to leak. Conventional
(Guest post by Ryan Tyson, image via Flickr by turkletom) If you’ve spent months renovating your home to create the perfect living space for you
ITC Confirms Bosch Infringes SawStop Patents: Judge Recommends Reaxx Importation Ban Tualatin, OR — December 1, 2016 On November 10th, the U.S. International Trade
Hardcore Survivalist Hatchet Hardcore Hammer’s pinnacle of hatchet design is the Hardcore Survivalist Hatchet. It’s made from top
When shopping for gifts this holiday season, keep in mind that new tools are always a good pick for a serious DIY’er. And if you
(guest post by Ryan Tyson; image via Flickr by driph) Heating and cooling your home accounts for about half of your home’s total energy usage, so when you want
Q: Will plastic sheeting be an okay moisture barrier to use beneath hardwood flooring? A: Avoid plastic sheeting on wood subfloors because it only serves
Q: I inherited a house from a cigarette smoker. How can I remove the residual odor? A: Cigarette smoke can leave a smelly film over
Q: What’s the best way to fix a sagging car headliner? A: Those annoying cloth headliners always seem to eventually detach from the foam backing
Q: What is the difference between face brick and brick veneer? A: Face brick is exposed brick on a home’s exterior or interior. Brick veneers
Q: What’s a more durable wood finish, shellac or varnish? A: All wood finishes fall into one of two categories: evaporative or reactive. Evaporative finishes
Q: How do I get bats out of the attic? A: This is a timely question for our October issue. Bats can be annoying, leave
Q: What’s the most reliable method for attaching a treehouse to a tree? A: Consider using a Treehouse Attachment Bolt, also called a TAB. This
Q: What is domino joinery in woodworking? A: Similar in application to biscuit joinery, Festool’s Domino Joiner tool cuts mortises into the edges of wood
Q: What is the best way to prevent knots from leading to rot in a wood deck surface? A: We recommend sealing knots with stainable,
Q: I want to install a new faucet that has a hidden hose for the spout to double as a spray nozzle. My old two-handle
Q: I’ve heard of a Japanese method of preserving outdoor wood that involves charring the surface. How is this done? A: “Shou Sugi Ban” is
Q: The dishwasher leaked at my mother’s house and damaged the flooring. She has adhesive vinyl floor tile, and I can’t find a match. Is
Q: I read about the wonders of rubber-based sealant as an alternative to silicone, but are there applications where this type of product would not
Q: How do I cut a quartz backsplash? A: Currently popular for countertops, quartz is an attractive but very hard material. Its density and durability
Q: How do I patch an aluminum gutter? I had to relocate a downspout, and now there’s a hole where it used to be. A:
By Blair Weilnau A welding machine offers endless possibilities to your DIY needs, without being a burden on
Should you install snow guards for your existing roof? If snow accumulation is a problem in your area, it’s never too late to add them.
By Mark Clement Installing tile is one job I consider deceptively easy. A quality job looks awesome but it is equally unforgiving; you can’t sand
(guest post by Linda Parker) If the annoying sound of dripping doesn’t get you first, your next water bill might prompt you to tackle a
By Matt Weber Tile is a versatile building material that can be used for floors, walls, countertops and
The 2017 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) happens January 10-12 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Held in conjunction with the
By Matt Weber Keith and Toni Lively built their new home with an eye on the future. They wanted a large place for their kids
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By Linda Parker One of the best ways to revamp your kitchen is to give the kitchen cabinet a makeover or to install brand new
Here’s a roundup of the latest tools and equipment to take your garage or workshop to the next level of DIY domination. From tools and
Timeless woodgrain carriage house styles. Colorful attention-grabbing contemporary accents. Statement-making designs with eye-catching appeal. Experts at Haas Door recommend that homeowners open themselves—and their garage
Cable railing has become one of the fastest‑growing trends in outdoor living design, and for good reason. Homeowners want cleaner sightlines, modern aesthetics, and materials that don’t require constant upkeep. Builders want systems that install cleanly, tension reliably, and hold up to weather without callbacks. DeckWise Cable Rail Kits hit that sweet spot by combining […]
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