5 Things You Need to Know Before Building Stairs
Learn the ins and outs of building stairs before you jump into a project on your own.
How to Paint Concrete Floors
Transform your concrete basement or garage floor with a fresh coat of paint.
Pro Tips for Basement Finishing
These are great tips on how to solve many of the problems you're likely to encounter when working on your...
A Pro Carpenter’s Guide to Framing Basement Walls
A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a professional framing carpenter how to...
Here’s Why Old Houses Have a Random Toilet in the Basement
Standalone toilets in the basement are an outdated concept. Why were they necessary in the first place?
The Experts’ Guide to Preventing Mold In Basements
Basement mold is a common problem that can cost thousands to remove. Avoid getting mold in the first place with...
10 Tips for Dealing With Water Damage, Mold and Mildew
We'll walk you through how to prevent mold after water damage.
Tips for Better Drywall Taping
Simple tricks for fast, flawless drywall finishing
Mastering the Art of Electrical Conduit
Electrical metallic tubing (EMT) is strong, cheap and easy to bend once you learn how. These tips will help you...
25 Cool Ideas for Game Rooms
Used for both electronic consoles or old-school dice and boards, game rooms are growing in popularity for homeowners and renters...
25 Tips for Turning a Basement into a Living Space
Homes that have extra, unused basement space have a readymade renovation project just waiting to be started. Finishing a...
19 Tips for Finishing Basements
Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting space
23 Tips for Drying Up and Finishing Your Basement
Add some value to your home with a finished basement! Check out these tips for making sure you start...
How to Remove and Replace a Small Concrete Entry Pad
You can do it in just a day!
How to Tile: Prepare Concrete for Tile
Turnaround tips for an old basement floor
Tips for Making Portable Tools for Your Workshop
In the workshop, garage, basement or shed, having wheels on your tools and equipment means you can easily move them...