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Brushing Up: How to Choose the Right Tools for Your Painting Job

Embarking on a painting project is an exciting endeavor that can breathe new life into your space. However, the success of your project hinges on more than...

Building Green: Sustainable Ideas for Contractors and DIY Enthusiasts

In the modern era, construction and home improvement are no longer just about creating structures; they are about building a sustainable and eco-friendly...

Choosing the Best Hardware Finishes for Your Style

Updating the hardware on your doors and cabinetry is an easy, affordable way to refresh your space. Choosing the best hardware finishes for your style can add...

How to Apply a Backsplash

A backsplash can instantly update your kitchen or bath with modern materials, a touch of color, and new textures, creating a customized focal point to draw the...

How to Install a Kitchen & Bathroom Sink

If you’d like to spruce up your kitchen or bathroom with a shiny new sink and faucet, you’ll be happy to know it’s a job that can be handled by those with just...

Adding Finishing Touches When Woodworking

Woodworking is more than just a DIY project. Woodworking is a form of art and an expression of one’s personality. It goes beyond cutting and shaping the wood...

How to Refinish a Bathtub

Whether your bathtub shows just a little wear, some significant scratches, or bad staining, refinishing can renew the tub and give it new life for a fraction...

Elevate Your Culinary Space: The Best Kitchen Improvement Projects to Complete

The kitchen, often considered the heart of the home, is a space where functionality and aesthetics harmonize to create a welcoming environment. If you're...

Get That Guestroom Spruced up For the Holidays

If you’re ever going to need a guest room, the Holidays would most likely be the time. As family and friends travel to be with each other during this time of...

Shop Local This Holiday Season

Whether you need to purchase gifts, greeting cards, dinner fixin's, baked goods, twinkle lights, decorations or even just some extra chairs, a new welcome mat,...

Preparing Your Home for Holiday Guests with Interior and Exterior Projects

As the crisp autumn air arrives, it signals not only the changing seasons but also the approaching holiday season. With family gatherings and festivities on...

A Comprehensive Guide for DIY-ers and Contractors to Prep Equipment for Winter

As the chill of winter settles in, DIY enthusiasts and contractors alike gear up to face the unique challenges posed by cold weather. Winterizing your...

Fall Essentials for Contractors: A Seasonal Shopping Guide

As the vibrant colors of summer give way to the crispness of autumn, contractors are gearing up for a new season of projects. Fall brings its own set of...

End of Season Checklist for your Deck or Patio

It’s been a great summer and you’ve been enjoying your patio or deck as much as humanly possible, right? Well, remember early this spring when you opened up...

Understanding the Differences Between OSB and CDX

When it comes to construction and woodworking, selecting the right materials is essential for the success and durability of a project. Two commonly used...

Siding Savvy: A Comprehensive Guide to Maintaining Different Siding Types

Siding is not just about enhancing your home's curb appeal; it's also a protective barrier against the elements. From wood and vinyl to fiber cement and stucco...

Heat Exhaustion in Construction

Summer is here and with it comes the heat. For those working in construction it means stress, exhaustion, and dehydration are all top concerns in the...

Water Damage Repair Tips

Water damage can at first seem insignificant, but if it is not repaired properly, it can lead to far greater difficulties. No matter how the damage occurred,...

Inspect Your Roof and Get Ahead of Problems

High winds, water, and age can take a toll on your roof. Therefore, it makes sense that regular inspections are essential for preventative maintenance. Doing...

What You Need to Know about Buying Replacement Windows

So you’ve decided to take the plunge and replace your old windows. Doing so is one of the best investments you can make for your home --not only for the...

How Contractors Keep Up With Construction Industry Trends

The construction industry is constantly evolving and trends can seem to come and go very quickly. When it can take months or years to plan, build and finish a...

Contractor Tips: Go Green with your Remodel

If you’re planning to tackle a remodeling project, keep in mind that it’s an excellent opportunity to make use of all of the green options available today....

Easy Energy Saving Projects for your Kitchen & Bath

Want to make a difference in your energy bill but don’t want to get involved in a huge project? A great place to make a big impact with little effort is in...

Fixing a Leaking Roof Before Winter

A leaking roof may not seem like a big problem during a long, dry summer, but as winter approaches, it is critical to make the necessary repairs. Fixing a...

DIY Home Projects Before Holiday Company

Whether you are planning a casual party, a large formal dinner, a festive gathering, or a combination of all three during the holidays, it can be helpful to...

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