

15 Stunning Accent Wall Ideas You Can Do
Accent walls are back in a big way, and they are better than ever. By blending color, texture, and tone,...


6 Home Problems Inspectors Hate to See and How to Fix Them
Reuben Saltzman, president of Structure Tech in Minnesota, identifies potential home problems and what to do about them.


Taping Drywall Tips: How to Tape Drywall Joints
Taping drywall can be a daunting task if you don't know the correct techniques. Get the tape coat just right...


We Tried Benjamin Moore’s 2021 Paint Color of the Year
Aegean Teal caught the attention of our team here at Family Handyman. Here's why we love it.


How To Cut and Install Crown Molding
This three-piece crown molding technique simplifies installation and the results are spectacular.


How to Choose and Use Primer
Solve common paint coverage problems with these expert tips for choosing and using primer


How to Make Your Own Built In Shelves
Discover hidden storage space in your walls with these two built-in shelf projects.

How to Install a Load-Bearing Beam
Replace a load bearing wall with a microlam beam to create a bigger room.


Foundation Cracks: What You Need to Know
A home's foundation will crack over time. Knowing the difference between which cracks are OK and which need to be...


How to Build a Dynamic Accent Wall
Turn a blank wall into a showpiece that transforms the entire room!


Foam Outlet Insulation Stops Cold Air Coming Through Electrical Outlets
Stop drafts cold at electrical boxes with these easy foam outlet insulation tips.

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 Soundproof a Room
Cut down on the noise coming into or going out of your living area with these proven sound-dampening materials and...


How to Install Baseboard Molding, Even on Crooked Walls
Wall molding: Install great-looking baseboards on any problem wall.

6 Ways to Hang a Poster Without Damaging the Wall
Decorate your space while leaving hole-free walls.


29 Painting Tool Hacks To Get Your Projects Rolling
Whether you’re changing the color of your walls, polishing jewelry or ripping a long board, these painting tool hacks will...

How to Use Paint Primer to Tackle the Toughest Problems
From stink and stains to less-than-perfect walls


How to Build a Retaining Wall
Get strong, long-lasting retaining walls by learning how to properly build a wall.


How to Remove Wallpaper
It's an ugly job. We can't make it pretty, but we can make it easier. Learn how to remove wallpaper


How to Skim-Coat Walls
A new approach for smoothing rough walls that's easy to master


What to Know About Smart Mirrors
Want your daily news briefing while you brush your teeth? Then a smart mirror is a must-have addition to your...


What to Know About Wall Studs
Wall studs are vertical pieces of wood or metal that help form the framework of a stud wall. New to...

How to Fix a Seized Engine
Sitting idle can cause an engine to seize. Learn how to free it and get your vehicle running again.


10 Ways to Insulate Your Home Without Opening Up Walls
Don't live in an under-insulted home just because you don't want to destroy your walls.


How to Paint Wood Paneling
Yes, you can paint wood paneling. And, it can look terrific or it can look terrible. Use this step-by-step...


How to Paint Walls: Prepare Interior Walls for Painting
Learn fixes for the 8 most common drywall flaws.


5 Things to Consider Before Painting a Chalkboard Wall
Chalkboard paint (which is not the same as chalk paint) is fun, versatile and easy to use.


10 Unique Ideas for Decorating Tall Walls
The 10-foot ceilings hooked you and you signed on the dotted line. But now what do you do with those...


Brilliant Solutions for Repairing Ceilings
We know these products work—because we use them!