Homeowner Advice

Installing your own carpet isn't the impossible task you might imagine. It does involve specialized tools (that you can rent) and using some muscles you probably didn't know you had. But the hardest part may be selecting the type of carpet that...

If you are redecorating a room that is covered in wallpaper, it is usually necessary to remove the old wallpaper. Whether painting or wallpapering, a clean surface free of old paper and adhesive is essential. As in most projects, the prepping stage is the...

Hanging wallpaper can give any room a new look or a completely different style. The array of different patterns can drastically change a room from old and outdated to modern and spectacular. New wallpaper can actually improve the atmosphere of the...

Artwork hangs from them. Painted ones enhance the decor. They even help insulate a room. Obviously, walls are a key element of a home. So now that you are ready to complete the addition to your home, or you've finally decided to finish the basement,...

Nothing spruces up a kitchen better, faster, and easier that a new post-formed countertop. This type of top has an easy-to-clean rounded front edge and integrated backsplash. Your home center sells straight sections in various lengths and can have its...

Wood flooring can be a great asset to your home. It is very neutral in color and style, which makes it easy to decorate around, and it always complements the current decorating trends. In addition...

If you are an experienced user or just learning how to use a pneumatic nailer, it's best to know the safety issues that surround using this powerful tool. The safety rules are easy to follow and most importantly include wearing eye protection to eliminate...

Create a stone walkway that will be the envy of your neighbors in just a week-end or even a day! Make sure to stop by your local rental store for a few very special and handy products.

Fences keep what you want in the yard and unwanted guests out. They also add interest to your backyard or garden. A fence may seem like a labor intensive and artistically challenged project, but it doesn't have to be. You can buy premade fences,...

Constructing foundations and walls with concrete block is an easier and usually less expensive alternative than poured concrete or stone construction, but the result is not very attractive. Stucco, a custom-mixed or factory-prepared cement plaster, provides ...

Digging a trench by hand is a tedious job and tends to be strenuous on your knees if you're on them for a prolonged period of time. Yet, there is hope inside your rental store with a Ditch Witch trencher!

Lawns often suffer from both compacted soil and thatch build-up. Compaction can be particularly serious in the top two inches of the soil layer. It reduces water and fertilizer uptake by the grass roots, thereby decreasing a lawn's tolerance to heat...

Thatch consists of a dense mat of roots, stems and grass clipping, which accumulate between the soil and growing turf layers. Excessive thatch creates a barrier, preventing the absorption of water and nutrients, as well as limiting air flow to the root...