How-to

4 Design ideas for how to build a deck: Upgrade your existing deck

One of my favorite design ideas for how to build a deck is to not build one at all, rather… Read More

July 6, 2014

How to build a stepped pergola with seating

This pergola is a one-of-a-kinder with a multi-use space for seating and serving. Here's how to build a pergola with… Read More

July 4, 2014

Summer party ideas: How to paint a grill

From table-scapes to tiki torches, summer party ideas almost always inspire me to get outside. One thing that'll fire up… Read More

June 30, 2014

Planter Boxes: How to build them

We love to build planter boxes. We love how versatile they are and how you can use the same basic… Read More

June 20, 2014

5 ways you’re killing your grass: How to mow the lawn

It's easy to mow the lawn: Start mower. Walk back and forth. Simple, right?   Wrong. Actually, cutting the grass… Read More

June 13, 2014

Drywall repair: Paper tape or mesh tape?

Drywall repair is about turning the highly visible (a hole or crack) into the highly invisible---a wall or ceiling that… Read More

June 3, 2014

How to touch up a painted wall

  It's easy to touch up a painted wall with a few simple steps. From kids and crayons to greasy… Read More

May 30, 2014

How to patch drywall with less mess

Whether you already know how to patch drywall or you're just figuring it out, one thing is certain: Dust is… Read More

May 6, 2014

Nine moving tips for renting trucks

Here are nine moving tips for renting a truck for the big move or mondo DIY project. First one: The… Read More

May 5, 2014

Pro tip: Using a pressure washer to clean a deck

Just because a pressure washer has a wand, that doesn't mean it's a magic wand. The key to a clean… Read More

April 22, 2014

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