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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Upgrade your lighting options with energy-efficient LED technology. By Larry Walton Photos by Mark Walton
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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,
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Protect your basement and more with liquid waterproofers.
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Save Energy, Save Money By Tom Matthews
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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
I shudder to think how much of my lifespan has been spent searching for missing tools. I try to
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Our habit of occasionally changing houses means that I have been through the ritual of finding
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By Larry Walton, Photos by Mark Walton If you’ve ever seen a saloon gunfight in an old western movie, it more than likely involved a
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By Monte Burch When our deck weathered to splits and splinters we had a major problem. With more than 1,800
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Build a patio with composite pavers in an interlocking grid system. Julie Quigley wanted a large backyard patio with the look of traditional pavers. Her
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Protect and beautify your outdoor wood—fast. By Matt Weber
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Get the Look of Traditional Tile with the Easy Installation of Adhesive Vinyl. By Matt Weber
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By Matt Weber Windows take a lot of weather abuse, and their material makes a significant difference in durability and performance. Wood windows generally require
Hardwood flooring of all types is taking over the home improvement category. With better longevity, a more elegant appearance, and better real estate value than carpet, hardwood floors are more prevalent than ever. Howard Products has taken notice of hardwood floors’ popularity and has developed a cleaner that will leave no residue, no streaks, and […]
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