Home & GardenRemodeling, Maintenance & Decor

How to Build a Composite Handrail

Installing handrails using composite materials has it's advantages compared to wood. These DIY instructions tell you how to install them yourself from corner posts to rail caps.

How to Install a Wood Paneled Ceiling

Installing wood ceiling panels adds a really cool effect and is a great DIY project. I've done it and am sharing expert tips on installing wood ceiling panels and step by step instructions and observations.

A Green MLS Makes Your Eco-Friendly Dream Home Search Easy

Looking for a Green Home? ListedGreen is a Green MLS that only lists green-certified homes in your area or worldwide...your choice.

Extend The Life Of Your Hot Water Tank By Replacing The Anode Rod

Spend a little time giving your hot water tank some TLC by replacing the old, corroded anode rod yourself. It's not as difficult as you may have thought. These simple instructions guide you through the process.

Green Building Materials: Finger Jointed Lumber

Finger-jointed lumber is the home building industry's answer to keeping lumber supplies at a reasonable cost while significantly minimizing waste with little or no loss in quality or architectural standards.

How to Make a Fiberglass Repair on Your Shower or Bathtub

Repairing a crack in a fiberglass tub or shower isn't the easiest of DIY home fix-it projects but you could prolong the usefulness of the tub by following these clear and concise instructions.

How To Fix or Replace a Kitchen Sink Sprayer

Fixing a kitchen sink hose sprayer is an easy DIY repair job for any homeowner. These step-by-step instructions explain how.

Ultra-High Tech Refrigerated Wall Oven is a Marvel of Engineering

Refrigerated wall ovens, by Connect IO, are one of the most intelligent kitchen appliances ever engineered. Operates via standard touchtone phone or internet browser from anywhere on planet Earth. it also has a user-friendly touch screen interface to get the ball rolling.

DIY: How To Replace a Toilet

Clear and concise DIY instructions on how to replace a toilet on your own. Add it to your DIY bookmarks for future reference. Great advice to save yourself a small mint by replacing the toilet on your own rather than calling on a plumber.

How To Insulate Your Electrical Outlets With Foam Gaskets

Where's that cool draft coming from in your house? Could it be the electrical outlets? Eliminate that possibility by learning how to install inexpensive foam gaskets on all of your home electrical outlets. It's a quick and easy DIY project.

Manufacturing and the Environmental Impact of Bamboo Flooring

Bamboo flooring has gained popularity in the past few years for good reason. It's eco-friendly and it's durable. There's no reason to believe bamboo flooring won't be around for years to come. Manufacturing techniques have made this material a great choice for flooring.

How to Install a Dimmer in an Existing Light Switch

Your dining room deserves a little ambiance. Here are step-by-step DIY instructions to install a dimmer switch for perfect mood lighting in any room you choose.

Rustic Tulip Poplar Bark Siding Outhouse

Tulip Poplar tree bark siding is a beautifully rustic choice of siding that can be used in some areas of your home, or outbuildings, that you may not have thought of before. I've provided a few photos of bark siding in use on an 'outhouse' on a beautifully landscaped estate. Come see.

Advantages of Using Cotton Insulation in Residential Construction

Cotton insulation is an eco-product worth considering in today's construction market. It's eco-friendly due to it being a recycled product and it has insulating characteristics that are comparable to fiberglass. Consider incorporating cotton insulation into your home building plans for its' many advantages.