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You can't use a power sander on a slender leg or baluster—you can smooth out those delicate features by strip sanding spindles.

Finish off your tile cuts with a simple trick that evens out jagged edges.

In this guide, we'll show you several ways to locate studs in your walls even if you don't have a stud finder.

The key to keeping your new screen from sagging or drooping

In this guide, we'll show how to easily mill your own half-lap joint using nothing more than a portable circular saw and a chisel.

Popped nails are unsightly and can be dangerous. Learn how to fix popped nails in your deck permanently, plus how to prevent pops.

The right tool to use when a stray cigarette or felt-tip marker makes its mark on the rug

How to keep the blade straight when cutting plywood paneling

There's nothing like a rugged crunch to welcome you home.

Old-growth wood found in some of our oldest homes stands up to time and the elements.

Simplify painting with tray protectors. Compare store-bought options and DIY solutions to keep your paint trays clean and reusable.

State-of-the-art sights and sounds are right at home in Milton.

Wood that splinters when you try to saw it can be a hassle and a potential safety hazard. Read how to make clean cuts in our step-by-step sawing guide.

Cast concrete can bring damaged brownstone back to life

Learn about moisture meters for basement use. See which type is best for you and how to interpret readings.

Follow these steps to keep your utility sink clog-free.

Discover how the lipstick trick can help you quickly and easily align your door hardware so that it opens, closes and latches smoothly.

Here are some handy tips and tricks to keep harmful chemical strippers from damaging your floors during your next refinishing project.

A regular maintenance routine helps keep your A/C humming

A temporary solution is better than none

Get vinyl baseboard off the wall without ruining the surface

A safe way to carry boards in a pickup truck

Learn how to fix loose hinge holes on your kitchen cabinet doors using these simple and effective DIY repair methods.

Frustrated by a sticky double-hung window? Here's an easy way to fix it.

Learn how to quickly and safely tighten loose ladder rungs. Follow our easy step-by-step guide to restore the stability of your ladder.