Add Outdoor Space to Your Home With a DIY Roof Deck
Photo: Artazum (Shutterstock) Outdoor space is always a good thing in a home. No matter how nice your interiors are, human beings are animals, and as such, we are meant…
How to Tell If a House Has ‘Good Bones’
Photo: Jeffrey B. Banke (Shutterstock) Not-so-recently built homes are often described by realtors as having “good bones,” meaning a strong structure and high level of quality and craftsmanship at their…
The Best (and Worst) Types of Flooring If You Have a Dog
Photo: TommyStockProject (Shutterstock) Having a dog impacts many different aspects of your life—from your travel plans, to your household expenses, to the amount of fur on your clothing. But one…
How to Figure Out if Wood Has Been Pressure-Treated and Why It Matters
Photo: sockagphoto (Shutterstock) Those who have spent some time working with wood know that the building material comes in different types, and they’re not all equally suited for every project.…
6 Painless Home Improvement Projects You Should Tackle Before the End of Fall
Photo: karamysh (Shutterstock) For a punch of color and a simple update, a fresh coat of paint on the front door goes a long way. In addition to giving the…
How to Finish Your Basement Without Actually Finishing It
Photo: Meghan Moravcik Walbert So you never got around to “finishing” your basement, but that doesn’t mean it should go unused. If you have a lot of space down there…
Use an Iron to Easily Remove Vinyl Flooring
Photo: sima (Shutterstock) When it’s time to remodel your flooring, removing the existing material is usually a pain in the ass. Removing tile or wood flooring probably requires a professional,…
How to Close Off Your Home’s ‘Open Concept’ Now That You Hate It
It’s what every show on HGTV had brainwashed you into believing you wanted: An open floor plan. The appeal was clear. Homes with open floor plans feel bigger, brighter and…