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How to frame basement walls
MyFixitUpLife_Basement_Reno Framing Wall Mark

Finishing a basement is one of those ideal flipper moves to create extra livable square footage in a home, and knowing how to frame basement…

How do you get rid of termites? Think like a bug
Termite damage

Trying to find out how to get rid of termites can be confusing and stressful, because right now, you may be sitting next to a…

How to trim a plank ceiling
Basement remodel ceiling plank Armstrong Woodhaven

We installed a plank ceiling in a basement makeover, and it has gotten some rave reviews. Best of all, the homeowner has shared with us…

How to install a new ceiling in your garage or basement
Armstrong install ceiling myfixituplife mark

Installing a new ceiling in a basement or garage is easier and faster with a suspended ceiling. When you are planning a basement remodeling project, the…

Basement remodeling video: Use a Dremel to cut out a recessed light

Basement remodeling is hard. One of the many difficult things—at least for me—is cutting out recessed lights in drywall with any degree of accuracy. Quick…

How to finish a basement ceiling with style.
MyFixitUpLife_Armstrong ceiling

Choosing a basement ceiling solution when planning a basement remodel can be a tough process. From the dreaded popcorn ceiling to style and home decor…

Video: Bathroom Remodeling Tips – Wall framing
2016_MyFixitUpLife_Bathroom Wall Framing_Blocking_Impact Driver_9810

If bathroom remodeling is on your home improvement checklist, then you should become friendly with in-wall blocking as something that’ll make life easier. Tip: One…

Man cave makeover includes fitness at our house
2016_MyFixitUpLife_Man Cave Basement Renovation After_Exercise Room_Bike_Pully

A Spartan’s man cave could not be complete without an area dedicated to fitness. I love my husband. He is a dedicated Spartan obstacle course…

Man cave ideas. Renovating, remodeling + how-to
man cave ideas

Ideas and know-how you’ll find useful, I hope, if you’re making your man cave or remodeling your basement.  One of our favorite man cave ideas—from…

I know the 4 things you’re about to do wrong while finishing the basement
OLFA -- Finished basement

What DIYer doesn’t have schemes and dreams of checking a finished basement off their DIY project list? I have the dream of turning my pit…

Listen up: Why screws will make your DIY projects better
DIY project

Save time, save money, and rock out on pro work and DIY projects. Yes, you too can fall in love with a screw. It’s not…

How to make a DIY pull up bar
DIY pull up bar

Need a no-brainer DIY pull up bar? With a few parts and even fewer tools you can be hanging out in no time flat. This…