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October 12, 2017
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Planning the Layout of a Tile Pattern Floor By Matt Weber
By Rob Robillard Adding a ceiling molding treatment that is then painted with contrasting colors commands attention in almost any room. This article will cover
Installing a Basement Perimeter Drain By Mark Clement The basement in my century-old house—like most century old houses I’d guess—was damp. Downright wet at times.
With a nail gun, you can aim a nail for perfect placement and stop worrying about bent fasteners or hammered thumbs. Nail guns also spare
Pocket doors have long been popular because they “disappear” into a wall, so there’s no swinging door in either adjoining room. The “disappearing” aspect of
Adding a sunshade or patio cover to an existing roof is not a simple project. The problem arises when you try to figure out how
guest post by Chris Lundahl photo courtesy Flickr If you take pleasure in improving your house with fun DIY projects, why not install green
Construct a Laundry Room Shelf System for under $200. By Rob Robillard
By Larry Walton Photos by Mark Walton
By Matt Weber There’s no secret to the advantages of a sprayed paint finish. If applied correctly, spraying a coat of paint will result in
Nu-WoodTM, a leading industry synthetic millwork manufacturer, now offers faux polyurethane brick and stone masonry panel options in eight different styles and 15 different hand
Never underestimate the power of curb appeal. A whopping 99 percent of National Association of Realtors members believe it’s important in attracting a buyer.
The front steps of our project house had two problems: They were ugly and dangerous. We needed to make them pretty and safe.
A DIY Storm Door Project By Rob Robillard A storm door is very much part of a home’s curb appeal. We were recently asked to
Staining and sealing for protection from the elements By Matt Weber
SYRACUSE, IN – The often overlooked “fifth wall” in a room can be a showstopper — when a coffered ceiling is added. Tilton Coffered
MILLS RIVER, N.C. – Made in the USA Day on July 2nd serves as the ideal time to focus on the benefits of constructing
Rescue an old wooden porch from the elements. By Clint C. Thomas, Esq. Your house is in a constant state of battle with the sun
By Matt Weber Water leaks are house killers, and this drywall repair story is testament to
Check out these four DIY-friendly approaches to wall trim. By Matt Weber
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
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
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
Circulate fresh air and get rid of unwanted moisture. By Rob Robillard Prior to and even during a bathroom remodel, I often have conversations about
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
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,
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
Seattle, Wash. – Attractive paint colors, landscaping and decorative millwork can all make a home exterior more appealing. However, it’s what lies beneath the
Wood in the Shower instead of tile. We show you how. By Mark Clement
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
By Clint C. Thomas, Esq. Photography By Sterling Thomas Metal roofs seem to be in vogue today, and
Tackle the small jobs, but leave the big ones for the pros. By Matt Weber The Extreme How-To staff has fielded a lot of questions
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.
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
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
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
Energy Awareness Month in October serves as an ideal time for builders and home buyers to pay special attention to
Molding and trim often provide the details that give a home its character and distinction. By Matt Weber New installations and upgrades have become
By Mark Clement Why do I love building wood decks so much? I think it’s because a well-crafted deck is more than a box and
As the new owners of a 137-year old home in Mt. Airy, Pa., the Nasratullah family knew the
By Mark Clement Anyone who knows me or watches MyFixitUpLife on YouTube might’ve heard me discuss this: I’m not a big fan of piles. The
Here’s an efficient system for heating new oak flooring. By Rob Robillard
How To Build Rustic-looking Doors on a Budget By Rob Robillard
Quality treated wood and a hidden-fastener system give an old deck a facelift. When it came time to replace some rotted deck boards on a
photo © Elenathewise /123RF Stock Photo Mice kept under constant light for several months experienced negative health including pro-inflammatory activation in the immune system, early
Using natural materials and local resources can help you help the environment. By Charlie Jourdain Homeowners today
LENEXA, KAN. – DaVinci Roofscapes®, the industry leader in polymer roofing colors, has launched four new DaVinci EcoBlend® options approved by the Cool Roof Rating
I recently toured the Roxul manufacturing plant in Marshall County, Mississippi. The new 600,000 sq. ft. facility was built in 2012 to produce a variety
Using the Space Beneath a Gable Roof for Concealed Office Storage By Larry Walton
Subfloors for tile installations require a little more attention to detail than other flooring materials. A floor might
By Walt Steele There’s good news and there’s good news. You can have a new clay paver patio or walkway without digging, without spreading crusher
The fight against mold and mildew will be an ongoing war for homeowners, not just a battle to
By Larry Walton Photos by Mark Walton Installing a LVL Beam and Removing a Load Bearing Wall To Create an Open Space It may look
(guest post by Ryan Black) Nothing beats the feel, the sound and the smell of a wood-burning fireplace in the living room. We love
Here’s Phase II of a basement Renovation—The Finish Line By Mark Clement In Phase I of our renovation we spent time on infrastructure, converting a
Geometry Lessons from a Math Teachers’ Past By Clint Thomas, Photos by Zoe Thomas How many of us asked at least once, and probably multiple
By Larry Walton Stepping through the floor was not the first hint that it had rotted out, but
A fence can add a lot to a landscape. A fence can divide property lines, boost home equity, add to the outdoor décor and safely
LENEXA, KAN. – Homeowner Julie Beck knew she had to get a new roof when it started raining inside her attic. Cracked concrete tiles,
Get-started Advice for First-timers and Idiot-proofing for Pros. By Mark Clement
A Classic Kitchen Accessory Mounted with a French Cleat By Rob Robillard In this article I cut a 100-year-old, recycled slate chalkboard and create
Ecolife Stabilized Wood Real wood is the most sustainable, renewable and economical decking and fencing option you can use, and Viance offers improved wood treatment solutions
A Project for the Pros By Matt Weber Our mission at Extreme How-To is to cover professional-grade home improvement projects for the do-it-yourselfer—but we have
Brighten your home, enhance your décor, and conserve energy with new replacement windows. Extreme How-To offers 40 tried-and-true tips for surefire success when taking on
Building and Installing Easily Removable Window Fall Restraints By Larry Walton Photos by Mark Walton
Following the successful introduction of a new Single-Width Slate 12-inch tile with an enhanced profile in early 2015, leaders at DaVinci Roofscapes® are now offering
The Heros Behind the Walls. DIY Basement Renovation By Mark Clement I’m getting a man cave! I’m getting a man cave! I’m taking my beat-down,
Upgrade your lighting options with energy-efficient LED technology. By Larry Walton Photos by Mark Walton
Installing a Pair of Arched Wrought Iron Entry Doors. By Larry Walton
Pro Tips for Simple DIY Fixes By Rob Robillard Home furniture and furnishings need special care to keep them working properly and maintain their original
Tried-and-true tips for a successful DIY painting project. Experienced painters know that professional results come from careful planning and prep work. Before you revitalize a
Trimming out a room is a hot project for DIY homeowners who want to dramatically accent an otherwise lackluster ceiling, wall or window. In addition
By Mark Clement Build a workshop storage cart in a weekend and take control of your DIY life.
By Rob Robillard I love using plinth blocks in finish carpentry, especially when the door casings I’m installing have deep and ornate details. Originally plinth
By Larry Walton I have plenty of home-improvement projects on the planning board in my office,
My wife and I recently bought a home built with an unfinished basement and a concrete floor that we decided to turn into a welcoming
Protect your basement and more with liquid waterproofers.
By Larry Walton Photos by Tim Walton
Save Energy, Save Money By Tom Matthews
Give your kitchen a brand new look. By Danny Lipford I often get questions from homeowners about painting cabinets. This is one of the most
Contemporary Styles and Comfort Amenities By Rob Robillard According to the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s (NKBA) 2015 Kitchen & Bath Design Trends report,
As the calendar turns from summer to fall, it’s a perfect time to take a look at the roof before the harsh weather of winter
What’s That Sound? By Rob Robillard
Replace an overhead door with pre-hung double panels. By Matt Weber To increase the finished living space in a split-level home, we removed a garage
By Danny Lipford Installing a new faucet in a kitchen or bathroom is an easy way to upgrade and update the space and can be
How to Install Corrugated Roofing By Matt Weber Corrugated roofing panels are made of metal, fiberglass or polycarbonate and typically install over a system of
Did you know that copper can kill bacteria? Antimicrobial copper alloys are the only solid metal “touch surface” materials registered by the U.S. Environmental
Industry experts predict that thermally modified wood will become a standard choice for high-quality exterior applications, reshaping the decking (and siding) market landscape. As an industry-transforming option, it caters to the needs of homeowners, builders, and designers seeking high-performance, low maintenance, and eco-friendly alternatives for exterior applications. Recognizing this market evolution, DeckWise® has extensively studied […]
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