LENEXA, KAN. – A nationwide homeowner “2021 Roof Purchasing Study” conducted by Signet Research Inc. for DaVinci Roofscapes, shows that consumers want roofs that are
BOWERSTON, OHIO – For homeowners and experienced DIYers Jamie and Jamison Rantz, a mixture of Hickory and iron proved the winning combination for their
EHT explores some basic roof framing techniques, from layout to installation.
From dressers and vanities to kitchen and bath designs, building great cabinets means knowing the basics.
By Larry Walton, photos by Mark Walton We don’t get much heat or humidity where we live but when we do, temperatures can get over
Repair Sagging, Cracked or Broken Floor Framing. By Rob Robillard I recently had to repair a floor joist that had cracked. I suppose somewhere in
New Stair Treads in No Time—Here’s How to Do It … By Matt Weber
By Rob Robillard Using pre-made cabinets in your kitchen remodel is a great way to save on construction costs. With the right techniques, you can
A step-by-step tutorial on constructing a stair case
From backyard kitchens to outdoor entertainment centers, more homeowners are designing elaborate exterior living spaces that rival traditional living rooms.
Laminate countertops are attractive, affordable and you can install the material yourself.
Framing A House When viewing a framed house before the wall coverings are installed, the building often seems complicated and to some, a daunting project.
By Clint C. Thomas, Esq. Photography by Zoe Thomas How To Wire A House Electrical work, like everything else in life, can run the gamut
WiseBond™ Epoxy systems are premium commercial grade resins for woodworkers, artisans, and DIY furniture enthusiasts. This epoxy isn’t your average everyday epoxy purchased at the
Build A Bigger and Better Deck That Lasts For Years By Toby Bostwick In a year appropriately dubbed “the year of the yard,” it is
By Rob Robillard Hardwoods floors offer an unrivaled sense of quality that survives home building trends and decorating fads. Hardwood flooring includes many species of
Photo Courtesy of J&W Lumber and Mendocino Forest Products If you’re thinking about installing a new patio cover for your outdoor space, you might be
Fontanot Arke` Stairs introduces the SKY030 spiral staircase. The SKY030 is manufactured in varnished steel with a particular treatment (Sendzimir process) that consists of a hot-dipped
Modern stairs and railing meld with a classic Dog Trot Acadian By Bruce Cashbaugh For over 12 years, George had been planning a new home
Deck building and design details with 30 photos By Mark Clement My usual tack when I write an article like this is to take you
Any job worth doing should be built right the first time around; that’s why professionals choose ProWood®. We offer multiple grades of pressure treated, KDAT
A Cool shed design if your shed wants to be a tiny house—or home office, or extra bedroom–when it grows up. By Mark Clement I
An Alchemy of Art and Science What Damien Georis understands about residential construction, he learned by making wine. Damien Georis grew up in a Belgian
Add a stylish pergola to enhance your backyard. By Matt Weber Pergolas have long been popular additions to a home because they add style and
Quarrix® (www.Quarrix.com) proudly unveils its newest product line and expands brand – protective solutions for attics, roofs, and walls to keep homes beautiful and healthy,
Owens Corning announces its Pure Safety® High Performance Insulation has received the 2021 “Green Innovation of the Year Award” from Green Builder Magazine. Each year,
Top 10 Colorful Roofing Projects of the Past Decade Vintage Home Gets Custom Color Roof Homeowners Carol and Ray Knoff drove
Homeowners can now instantly upgrade the appearance of interior doors, windows and cased openings with the new Craftsman Crosshead from Ornamental Decorative Millwork. The one-piece
WITH DISTINCTIVE COLOR, THIS PREMIUM VERSATEX BEADBOARD TURNS A PORCH CEILING INTO A LOW-MAINTENANCE FOCAL POINT By Jason Stimis, Stimis Enterprises, LLC One of my
Fiberon and CAMO partner to offer better ways to build beautiful outdoor living spaces CAMO, the brand dedicated to creating innovative deck fasteners and tools,
DIY Installation Advice The most widely used material for deck boards is treated lumber. There is, however, a right way and wrong way to install
Red Devil®, a leading manufacturer of building and home repair products, has extended the deadline for its Onetime® Wallscapes Challenge. Participants now have until March
Whether you’re staying inside this winter to avoid cold weather or possible COVID infection, now is the ideal time to tackle DIY projects. Invest just
Minwax, America’s No. 1 selling brand* of interior wood stains and clears, announces their first-ever 2021 Color of the Year: Vintage Blue, a comforting organic
Reroofing a Frank Lloyd Wright Home Racine, Wisconsin Located on the shore of Lake Michigan sits a home designed and built by Frank Lloyd
When you need to make every square foot of living or working space count, you can count on a pocket door to come to the
When Drees Homes decided to participate in the 2020 Parade of Homes in Durham, Orange and Chatham (N.C.) Counties, they wanted to make a big
Perfect for Creating Getaways at Home In 2020, millions of people started to spend more time than ever within their property lines. As the pandemic
Bellaforté, the most affordable shake product available from DaVinci Roofscapes®, now comes in the three unique colors of the company’s Nature Crafted Collection:
A Step-by-Step DIY Guide to Building with DuPont™ Corian® By David Hugh Building your own kitchen countertops can be a very gratifying project, as they
A little change can make a BIG difference. That’s what Liz Roth discovered when she changed out her stairway’s balustrades. Roth, who is sharing her
Do-it-yourselfers who want the brilliant finish of an oil-based paint but crave the convenience of a water-based product can have the best of both worlds
As winter officially settles in and blankets much of the country in cold or harsh weather, the added moisture and freeze-thaw cycles can wreak havoc
MoistureShield®, a division of Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, introduces new Cold Brew, a warm and inviting medium-roast brown with subtle color variegation to its
Get ready to add some new sparkle throughout your home this holiday season. Easy-to-install Haute 2-in-1 Moulding from Ornamental Moulding & Millwork features the choice
By Matt Daigle While it’s not a common occurrence, skylights do fail. Flashing around the outside can come loose, seals can dry rot, and glass
By Rob Robillard Consistent performance, easy installation and simple climate control—Electric radiant heat warms the home from the floor up. New England mornings can tempt
Red Devil®, a leading manufacturer of caulks, sealants, and painter’s hand tools, announces the Onetime® Wallscapes Challenge, which launches Nov. 1, 2020. “I love using
Deckorators®, a leading manufacturer of composite decking, deck railing, balusters, post caps and related products, will feature new-for-2021 products for deck builders at the virtual
This classic mantel features an arched frieze and can be built using basic carpentry skills.
Tuck your washer and dryer behind Johnson’s 138FB Sliding Bypass Door Hardware. Now you can create a sleek alternative to your laundry room without sacrificing
By Monte Burch With the beginning of fall weather comes that much dreaded annual chore—winterizing your home. Many of these chores are ignored, but a
Throughout North America, homeowners are making changes to their living spaces. With minimal investment and just a weekend of time, many of those people are
Professional painting results come from careful planning and prep work. DIY’ers should take a cue from the pros and think through every phase of the
Before the winter snows arrive, homeowners can take time now, during the early autumn weeks, to tackle much-needed do-it-yourself projects around the house. For those
Tired of repairing holes in drywall and having to wait hours, or even days, to complete the job? It’s such a hassle, oftentimes homeowners simply
DIY projects are booming like never before, as home and building supply centers see unprecedented growth, especially in outdoor living products. Many DIYers and homeowners
Sleek and graceful, stairways replicating waterfalls by using Metal Panel Systems are one of the hottest trends in the building industry. Designed with a flowing
For homeowner Jaclyn Dryden, the magic of moulding involves her secret weapon: corner and plinth blocks. Using these decorative blocks enables Dryden and other DIYers
Known for innovation that helps contractors build a better deck, CAMO® has added to their offering with a new clip for metal framing. The CAMO
When it comes to ranking the most challenging DIY home improvement projects, installing an egress window earns a spot near the top of the list.
New Water-Based Stains from Minwax Bring Out Wood’s Natural Beauty in 200+ colors Minwax, America’s number one-selling* interior wood stain, has introduced its new Wood
By Matt Weber Build a Freestanding Cantilevered Deck Supported by Parallel Beams. Around Alabama, where EHT is headquartered, most decks are connected to the side
Judy and Bob Dulovic love their backyard. Now, after applying RollerRock® to the patio, pool deck and walkway, they love it even more. Originally built
Like many people, John Gwinn is tired of sitting at home, doing nothing. He decided to invest his time in home improvement projects, starting
By Monte Burch Brighten your life with Low-Voltage and Solar powered outdoor lighting. The fun doesn’t have to stop when the sun goes down
Daich Coatings, manufacturers of durable real stone coatings, has introduced three new colors to its popular SpreadRock® granite stone coating line. The new
Earlier this year, homeowner Keith Early decided to take matters into his own hands. He found a way to change his home’s ugly, wasted basement
Bagged Concrete to Cubic Yard Quickdraw Working with concrete can create a bit of anxiety, no matter how big or small the job—whether you’re placing
Cool New Deck For A Lakefront Man Cave by Matt Weber The huge outbuilding that Joey Prestage built as his Man Cave needed a deck.
National Nail Launches Versatile CAMO® LEVER™ Tool for Fast, Easy Deck Board Bending Grand Rapids, MI– At CAMO, we know that you don’t have time
Influencer Denise Sabia loves home challenges. A house flipper and DIY expert, Sabia recently tackled changes in a townhouse she purchased in 2018. First up
Imagine inheriting a 1962 home that had never been renovated. Where do you start to make your mark? If you’re Stacey Cidlevicz, you start in
Finishing pine is a four-step process: Sand, Seal, Stain and Topcoat.
A do-it-yourself storage solution to keep your tools secure
Exterior curb appeal elements can help get a home buyer in the front door. A new roof, decorative trim or a manicured lawn can do
It doesn’t get easier than this. Cut and hammer out an old wood baluster from your stairway system. Then replace it with a decorative iron
Homeowners Cynthia and Dan Capezio wanted to add more curb appeal to their Florida home. However, instead of looking up at their house, they looked
Want to feel good about yourself and your home? Then set your sights on interior home improvement projects. According to the 2019 Remodeling Impact Report*,
Above Ground or Ground Contact? That is the Big Question By Belinda Remley Whether taking on a project themselves or hiring professional contractors to handle
Check out these amazing new roofs from our friends at DaVinci Roofscapes. Black Oak Perfect Match for Missouri Homeowner Village of Loch Lloyd, Missouri-
HAMILTON, ONTARIO – Start 2020 off the right way by saying farewell to boring walls and ugly tiles. During the dreary days of winter, tackle
A good ladder can go a long way in helping you get to those difficult to reach spaces in your home. Over the years, ladders
A countertop is among the most prominent features of a kitchen or bathroom, the work surface around which all activities revolve. Because it’s such a
Experts from companies within NOVO Building Products are anticipating a design trend swing that encompasses both wood and metal interior accents in 2020. Prepared to
By Sarah Hutchinson How to Identify Needed Repairs Before They Get Bad
From post to vaulted ceiling-a really regal rail.
Gutters for a Healthy Home By Matt Weber
Need more space to display photos and collectibles? Want to customize the look of your fireplace mantel? Looking to upgrade your laundry or mudroom? The
Man has used stone and ceramic to cover walls and floors since ancient times. Tile is a waterproof, durable and stylish option for any space.
We cover a lot of remodeling projects in the pages EHT, but when it comes to kitchen renovations, the project usually revolves around placement of
Homeowners can add style to any stairway with new Reversible Risers from Ornamental Mouldings & Millwork. Available in two decorative styles, each easy-to-apply riser comes
By Matt Weber Late one night during a flash flood, the rear basement wall of our house sprung a leak. A steady stream had spouted
Wood jigs help you work smarter instead of harder. A jig is a purpose-built tool accessory that makes it easier to perform a certain woodworking
Armstrong-Clark’s deck and siding wood stain has nondrying conditioning oils that separate from the drying side of the formula. These oils penetrate deep into the deck or siding wood fiber where the wood’s natural oils used to be. This process rejuvenates the wood. The drying oils stay at the surface, lock in the conditioning oils […]
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