14 Sep
How to Paint Wood Siding
If you have wood siding, you know how great it looks when it's well-maintained. You may have also noticed how worn it looks when time and the elements have gotten…
3 Aug
The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Grilling
Is there a better pastime than firing up the grill on a warm spring afternoon? There's magic in the intense heat, the sound of food searing, and that irresistible aroma…
25 Jul
How to Patch & Repair Bare Spots in Your Lawn
Whether your yard is bald and bare, or the grass looks thin, one thing is certain — patchy lawns look terrible. Until automatic, self-repairing lawns are invented, the next best…
5 Jul
How to Strip & Refinish Wood Furniture
Over time, wood furniture loses its luster. But you don't have to discard or sell it when this happens. All it takes is a few simple steps to restore wood…
25 Jun
How to Kill Crabgrass (And Keep It from Coming Back)
Crabgrass is the bane of many lawn-loving homeowners. Not only does it muss the appearance of a perfect parcel of grass, it can also take it over, competing with grass…
7 Jun
How to Paint Your Garage Door
Like the rest of your home's exterior, your garage door is exposed to the elements all year. A fresh coat of paint can extend the life expectancy of your garage…
2 Jun
How to Install a Window AC Unit
If your home doesn't have central air conditioning, you don't have to sweat it out all summer long. Window-mounted air conditioners cool, circulate and dehumidify the air to make your home a…
17 May
How to Get Rid of Garden Slugs
Slugs that live in your garden are there because you’ve helpfully supplied them with an abundant food source. But don’t blame yourself — learn how to control slugs and prevent…
16 May
How to Paint Vinyl Siding
Painted surfaces on your home’s vinyl exterior take a beating from sunlight and the elements. Ultraviolet radiation, moisture and temperature fluctuations cause color loss, peeling and flaking, which can make…
6 May
How to Install a Flagstone Walkway
A flagstone walkway is a simple and functional way to beautify your outdoor space and provide a useable path to your garage, garden, shed or other points of interest in…
