DIY Home Improvement

  • How to Install a Butcher Block Countertop

    How to Install a Butcher Block Countertop

    A new kitchen countertop is always a welcome upgrade, and butcher block is a great option. It’s affordable, eco-friendly and adds a farmhouse or rustic vibe to a kitchen. This is an advanced DIY project, but with a little effort and planning, you can do […]

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  • How to Remove and Replace Baseboards

    How to Remove and Replace Baseboards

    Replacing dated or damaged baseboards with new ones can instantly update the look of any room, and it’s a project you can do yourself. Learn how to remove and replace baseboards in this DIY Network video: For this project, you will need the following: Materials: […]

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  • How to Make Drapery Panels

    How to Make Drapery Panels

    If you enjoy sewing, it’s easy to create your own curtains using a favorite fabric. Learn how to make drapery panels in this video by Better Homes and Gardens: 1. Measure from floor to top of curtain rod. 2. Lay out fabric and trim selvage […]

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  • Five Project Ideas for Easy Attic Storage

    Five Project Ideas for Easy Attic Storage

    A lot of houses have an attic, but not many people make good use of that space. We usually end up tossing a couple boxes of holiday decorations up there and forget about it, but with some organization and a few bits of DIY ingenuity, […]

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  • How to Replace Bifold Closet Doors with Sliding Industrial Doors

    How to Replace Bifold Closet Doors with Sliding Industrial Doors

    Give any room a more sophisticated look with a simple closet door update. Learn how to replace bifold closet doors with sliding industrial doors in this DIY Network video: For this DIY project, you will need a speed square, hacksaw, drill with appropriate bits, screws, […]

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  • How to Make a Giant Pegboard

    How to Make a Giant Pegboard

    A pegboard is a great flexible shelving solution for your storage and display needs. Learn how to make a giant pegboard in this video by Better Homes and Gardens: 1. Cut a plywood sheet to desired size. 2. Measure even rows. 3. Mark desired hole […]

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  • How to Install a Farmhouse Sink

    How to Install a Farmhouse Sink

    With its nostalgic exposed front-facing side, functionality and durability, a farmhouse sink (also called an apron front sink) makes a great addition to any traditional or country-style kitchen. Learn how to install a farmhouse sink in this Lowe’s video: Farmhouse sinks can be mounted three […]

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  • How to Remove Carpet

    How to Remove Carpet

    Removing a stained and time-worn carpet is a surprisingly easy task, even if you’re new to DIY, and it takes just a few simple steps. Learn how to remove carpet in this video by The Home Depot: For this DIY project, you will need the […]

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  • How to Replace an Undermount Sink

    How to Replace an Undermount Sink

    Updating an undermount sink is an easy way to improve the look of your kitchen. Learn how to replace an undermount sink in this Lowe’s video: Before you buy a new sink, take measurements to ensure it will fit perfectly in the existing hole. For […]

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