An oscillating multi-tool can be very useful when replacing ceilings, from the demolition process all the way to applying the ...

Why do so many homeowners struggle with wall repairs when spackling appears to be such a simple task? According to a ...

Finishing a basement window? This DIY guide shows you exactly how to install drywall returns and trim out a basement window for a polished, professional look no special tools required. Tropical Storm ...

Thinking about installing artificial grass? It looks amazing, saves water, and is super low-maintenance. But to really make it look like real grass, you’ve got to cut and join it just right. Cutting ...

Finishing a basement? This episode covers must-know drywall tips how to hang sheets, avoid cracks, and get that clean, professional look without hiring a crew. Alert issued urging people to monitor ...

I’ve been helping my son finish the basement in his 3-year-old home. We can only work on Saturdays, some Fridays and any paid days off he can spare. It’s been a lifelong dream of mine to help my kids ...

Tapered seams are very easy to finish. Your goal when taping them is to have just 1/16 inch of joint compound in the seam with the fiberglass tape. You’ll then add another 1/16 of an inch with your ...

Installing ceiling boards can be a transformative project, whether you’re finishing a new construction, remodeling, or simply updating an old ceiling. Ceiling boards, often referred to as drywall or ...

“Mudding,” the process of applying multiple thin coats of drywall compound to the joints and screw indentations in newly hung drywall, sounds messy, and it is. When done correctly, the result is a ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

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