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Keter Storage Shed Review: This Handy Storage Solution Is Perfect for Small Yards
Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Here in Wisconsin, there’s no such thing as too much outdoor storage space. Between patio furniture, grills, yard tools, lawnmowers, snow blowers, gardening supplies and all the related odds and ends, it can be tough to find a home for all your gear. Especially when said home needs to offer protection from snow, wind, ice and other damaging weather conditions.
What To Do About a Sinking Air Conditioner Pad
Your HVAC system is one of the most important parts of your home. It’s also one of the more expensive things to deal with when something goes wrong. Replacing a central air system can cost tens of thousands of dollars, so it is very much worth your time to maintain and service the unit properly. One potential issue with air conditioners that isn’t as obvious is dealing with a sinking pad under the unit where it sits outside your house.
9 Tips for Edge Gluing Boards Perfectly
Here's how to get great results with minimum hassle!. Ken Collier, an editor at The Family Handyman, will demonstrate one technique for edge gluing boards. This basic woodworking skill will help you in many different woodworking projects. All you need are the boards you want to join, clamps, glue and wax paper. Read on to learn nine additional tips that will help you perfect the process of edge gluing boards.
5 Best Propane Fire Pits, Tested and Reviewed
Our testers collected nearly 300 data points after running 7 propane fire pits through 10 separate tests. Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Learn more. What’s an outdoor living area without a fire pit? Propane fire pits are an...
Shower Tile Layout Tips for Remodeling Your Bathroom
Don’t let a tub and shower tile layout job psych you out. Follow these planning, measuring and installation tips for laying out tile. Mockup and measure a row of tiles to determine the layout. If you’ll use spacers to create grout lines, add them between the tiles before you measure. Use the measurement as your tile layout calculator to determine whether you should shift the layout to get a wider tile in the corner and determine the tile layout for the end walls of a tub or shower.
6 Router Table Tips and Techniques
Make joints and edges using a router table. Router tables are great for cutting your own moldings. It’s easier and faster than using a router alone; you don’t have to clamp the board. And narrow boards that are hard to shape with a router are a cinch on a router table. We’ve collected a few router table tips to expedite and elevate your woodworking.
9 Handy Plumbing Tips and Tricks
Here are nine of our favorite simple tricks and tips to save you plumbing headaches around the house. We’re starting off this list of plumbing tips with an easy one. If you have to jiggle the hose as you pull out your kitchen sink sprayer, chances are the hose is catching on the shutoff valves. For smooth operation, slip 1/2-in. foam pipe insulation over the pipes and shutoff handles. Tape it if it won’t stay put.
Merrell’s New Parks Project Collab Is Our Favorite Yet
Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. If you enjoy hiking, chances are you probably want to protect the great outdoors. That’s Parks Project’s mission: To help preserve parklands for future generations. Parks Project is a lifestyle brand...
What is a Veranda on a House, and What Makes it Different?
If you’re looking to transform your outdoor space, or just looking to upgrade the space you currently have, the research stage can be overwhelming. You might find yourself tripping up over the plethora of terms that describe outdoor structures. Veranda, patio, lanai, what’s the difference between all of these terms? You can’t make any plans until you know what you’re working with.
6 Best Pocket-Hole Jigs, Tested and Reviewed by a DIYer
Which pocket-hole jig is right for your project? From luxury to beginner options, this DIYer tested them all—here are the best of the best. Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Learn more. Pocket holes have been used in...
Bissell Recalls Over 3 Million Steam Cleaners Due to Burn Hazard
On July 18, 2024, Bissell issued a recall of certain steam cleaners due to the injury hazard they pose. Roughly 3.2 million devices in the United States are included in this product recall. Read on to find out if your Bissell steam cleaner has been recalled and what to do if it has.
How to Clean Walls With Flat Paint
Walls with flat paint can be challenging to clean because the paint finish is easily damaged. Here's how to do it the right way. Cleaning grimy floors and table surfaces is a no-brainer — but don't forget, walls get dirty too! Dust, scuff marks in high-traffic areas, and grease splatters in the kitchen are just a few of the issues lurking on walls. The paint finish will determine how easy or difficult cleaning your walls will be, and flat paint is by far the trickiest.
How To Cut a Screw Perfectly
For both seasoned professionals and casual DIYers, knowing how to cut screws is a valuable skill that can really come in handy. Maybe your new drawer pulls came with screws that are too long, or you need to remove a damaged screw from a project. Whatever the case, when you need to cut a screw, knowing the right techniques is key.
10 Tips for Hanging Drywall Using a Lift
Hang drywall alone with the right tools and techniques. A drywall lift is an invaluable tool for construction projects, offering significant benefits. It enhances safety by reducing the risk of injury associated with lifting heavy drywall sheets manually. This device also increases efficiency, allowing one person to handle tasks that would typically require two or more, saving time and labor costs. Additionally, drywall lifts improve precision, ensuring sheets are installed correctly and evenly, which results in a more professional finish and reduced need for adjustments.
8 Tips for Installing Wood Molding Like a Pro
Wood molding is a hit because it adds a touch of timeless elegance to any space. It’s incredibly versatile, fitting right in with all kinds of decor styles. I’ve installed miles of trim over the years, most of it in old houses, where I’ve encountered every conceivable shape, size and combination of wood molding. I’ve learned a lot in the process, but I’m still discovering new tools and techniques that make trim work faster, easier and better. Here are a few tips—some classic techniques and some with a modern twist—that’ll help you do a better job on your next trim project.
Construction Is Booming, So Why Is Housing So Unaffordable?
The year 2023 was a heck of a run for the residential construction market. Recent real estate statistics show just under 1.5 million homes were completed over the course of the year—the most in a year since 2007’s pre-global financial crisis activity. Yet housing is still considered to be unaffordable, even with an additional 1.5 million homes hitting the market. How can that be the case?
Do I Need a Termite Inspection? What To Know about Hiring an Inspector
A few years ago, I was fixing up a live-aboard boat with a termite infestation. The deeper we dug into the walls, the more pockets of them we found. It was a monumental hassle to address, but it was also amazing to see how enormous a colony could be without the whole boat collapsing into the sea. The whole experience made me realize just how important termite inspectors are for protecting our homes.
Lumber Prices Explained: What DIYers Need to Know
Lumber prices impact much more than just the lumber industry. For homeowners, fluctuating lumber prices can alter budgets for home improvement projects, additions and new home construction plans. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many of my customers decided to hold off on planned projects to wait for lumber prices to fall. Some asked me to explain rising lumber costs to them, which proved to be a complex process.
How To Fix a Stuck Throttle Cable on a Lawn Mower
A throttle cable on a lawn mower is a mechanical component that connects the throttle lever to the engine’s carburetor, regulating the engine’s speed. It’s crucial for controlling the lawnmower’s power and performance, allowing users to adjust the speed to match mowing conditions. Throttle cables are important because they ensure the engine operates efficiently and safely.
Dreo Tower Fan Review: This New Smart Fan Keeps You Cool While Purifying the Air
Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. It’s officially summertime, and in the Midwest, temperatures have already reached over 100 degrees (which usually doesn’t happen until late summer). Our home cooling system has struggled to keep up with the unprecedented heat, and it’s been a critical mission to keep our infant cool during sleep. If you have kids, you probably know how serious it can be for babies to overheat.
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