You’ve just bought or rented a new home, and when you look up at your garage, you notice thick white lines across the walls and wonder if that’s normal. Do all garages have those lines, and can you do something about them — like painting them?  Some garages have white lines on the walls — …

Greenworks is making news with their expansion into shop tools. Long known for its battery-powered yard tools, the company has set its sights on a larger slice of the home improvement pie. One of their first offerings is this new Drill and Impact Driver set that promises to deliver the power needed for common home …

Some home builders fail to provide an access point during construction. I’ll never understand it. At some point, you are going to need access and the only solution is to create one. Here’s how you can get into an attic with no access: Decide where to put the attic access. Prepare the tools and set …

The process of decorating the exterior of a house can be a daunting one. Not only do you have the aesthetics to consider, but anything outdoors will inevitably be impacted by weather, sun exposure, and other external factors that are difficult or impossible to control. The materials used are a primary factor in deciding on …

 Metal sheds, especially those with electrical systems, should be earthed. Earthing is a preventive measure that protects many from electrocution. It gives electric current an alternative route towards the earth such that when you touch live metal, you will not get electric shocks.  Protecting yourself and others from fatal incidents is essential. Reading this article …

Doing your home renovations can be risky, especially without guidance. When it comes to getting near electric work, things can get extra dodgy. You may have some questions about the safety of what you’re doing, such as when you’re putting up drywall, can it touch the ductwork? Drywall shouldn’t touch ductwork. You’ll need to leave …

Drywall is a terrific material to use for those looking to save some money when renovating. It’s great for walls and ceilings and has a number of uses that make it a very common building material. But when installing doorways into new or remodeled walls, does the drywall need to be flush? Drywall should be …

When my wife noticed a section of carpet coming loose on our stairway, I was concerned that it would be a huge undertaking. As it turned out, tightening the carpet is not too difficult and can be done in a few steps.  To tighten loose carpet on your stairs, we’ll follow these simple steps: Identify …

Having a garbage disposal can be very convenient when it comes to home cooking and getting rid of unwanted food, but they do require plenty of upkeep. It is important to keep your garbage disposal from rusting as this can cause it to be less effective or even stop working.  Here are five ways to …

Bathroom molds reduce your family’s comfort and safety. Unfortunately, some houses, especially the old ones, don’t have exhaust fans to help keep moisture out. In such a case, it’s much easier for molds to form and accumulate. Here are nine ways to prevent molds formation in your bathroom even without an exhaust fan: Promote natural …