Pro Tips and Tricks for Installing Laminate Flooring
We talked with a flooring expert to get some installation tips that will help you avoid humps, bumps, gaps and cracks.
Tips and Techniques for Pouring Self-Leveling Underlayment
We’ll show you the step-by-step process to achieve a perfectly flat and level underlayment that’s smooth as glass.
7 Genius Tips and Tricks for Working With Extension Cords
You can't get much done on a jobsite without extension cords. These field-tested tips for storing and using those cords...
The Best Cordless Circular Saws of 2024-24 – A Handyman’s Buying Guide
Find out which circular saw is best suited for you.
A Pro Carpenter’s Guide to Framing Basement Walls
A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a professional framing carpenter how to...
How to Make Safer, Better Cuts on a Miter Saw
Our expert, Jerome Worm, has been using a miter saw every day for 30 years. He explains how to get...
Tips and Techniques for Finishing Trim
Achieving a flawless finish is all about proper prep, taking the correct steps, and applying the right product with quality...
8 Carpentry Tips and Advice From Actual Professionals
We asked carpentry pros who have spent years sawing through 2x4's and pounding nails to pass along some of the...
Tips and Tools for Achieving Better Painting Results
Seasoned professional painters have learned from experience what paint works best in any situation, what equipment is durable and yields...
A How To Guide for Tiling Mosaic Floor
A handy guide to laying and setting mosaic tile from one of our most trusted tile experts. Plus, a quick...
12 Scaffolding Safety Tips and Hints
We picked the brain of a scaffolding expert, and he gave us these great tips on how to work smart...
14 House Wrap Installation Tips You Need to Know
House wrap isn't fun to install, but with the goal of energy efficiency, it's here to stay. There have been...
13 ‘Cutting Edge’ Table Saw Tips
Straight from top pro woodworkers—ultra-clever tips for getting the most from your table saw.
Tidy Tips From a Picky Painter
You can tell a good paint job because the new wall paint is only on the wall. We asked a...
11 Kitchen Cabinet Installation Tips From a Professional
Even the most experienced cabinet installers might learn a thing or two from this list of kitchen cabinet installation tips...
29 Simple Ways to Make Your Workbench Work Harder
These ingenious workbench upgrades will make a huge difference in your workshop efficiency. And they’re easy to DIY!
How to Operate a Skid Steer
Renting and operating a skid steer can be intimidating. Read our tips on how to operate a skid steer properly...
Create Smooth Walls: A Mudslinger’s Guide
Our pro taper shares his three-day, step-by-step taping routine. He gave us some great tips that will help you end...
15 Tips to Prevent Tools From Getting Stolen
Tool thefts are on the rise. Prevent your tools from being stolen by following these tips.
Face Frame Cabinet Building Tips
Building face frames is rewarding and achieving square face frame dimensions is not as difficult as you might think. Here’s...
Pro Tips For Selecting the Best Outdoor Paint or Stain
Make your paint job last longer with these pro tips
6 Tips for Cleaning and Maintaining Your Paint Sprayer
This guide will advise you on how to clean a paint sprayer to extend its life and performance.
10 Tips on How to Spray Foam Insulation
Never worked with two-part spray foam insulation before? Here's a guide on how to spray foam insulation with no mess...
14 Expert Tips for Tight Miters
Pro tricks for air-tight joints.
Tips to Mini-Split Installation Success
A mini-split system can add year-round comfort to any home, and they can be installed just about anywhere. Check out...
Wood Finishes That are Food Safe
Choosing the correct finish is always a tough job, and when it comes to food safe finishes, that decision can...
How to Use a Chalk Line
Learning how to use a chalk line doesn't have to be difficult. Follow our tips for making accurate, straight lines...
8 Circular Saw Cutting Tips
These circular saw cutting tips for this indispensable tool will help you get it done safer, faster, and smoother.
