STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO PAINTING A ROOM GETTING STARTED Clear the room, gather all of your supplies, and layout your drop cloth.Scrape off any loose paint, if needed.Remove any nails from the wall and spackle any holes or imperfections. Sand smooth.Clean the walls and trim, if needed. Dust along the baseboards, windows, and doorways with a…
Read more
DIY PAINTING TIPS, TRICKS, AND A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

DIY PAINTING TIPS, TRICKS, AND A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE My dad was a handyman, and I grew up helping him. I’ve painted my home from top to bottom, as well as the houses and apartments of countless other people. I’ve learned a thing or two over the years and I’m happy to share my tips and…
Read more
How To: Choose a New Roof for Your House

How To: Choose a New Roof for Your House If you're choosing a new roof for your new or existing home, aesthetics are important, but so too are the material's cost, weight, and installation requirements. By Bob Vila Whether you are building from scratch or choosing a new roof for your existing home, a wide…
Read more
7 Tips for Building Your First Home

7 Tips for Building Your First Home by Lauren Busser Some home building goofs, like spilled paint or a hole in the drywall are easy to fix as things move along. But you've got to be careful to avoid major, costly errors when building your first home. No one wants to spend their hard-earned cash,…
Read more
- 1
- 2
