Home Improvement

40 Wow-Worthy Hardscaping Ideas

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Kitchen Tile Backsplash

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A tile backsplash is a quick and easy way to update your kitchen. Steve Watson starts with a list of needed materials and tools for this 2-day project. He then walks you through the six basic steps to installing a tile backsplash: 1) Spread mastic on wall. 2) Place tile where you want it to be, cutting around outlets and windows. 3) Allow the tile to dry on the wall. 4) Mix up grout to cake batter consistency. 5) Spread grout on tile, using your trowel. 6) Let it dry and then clean with a wet sponge.

Naturally Sophisticated Green

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Refresh your home with green, the most spirited and eco-chic color of the color wheel. These green designer rooms show you how.

Garage Remodel with Patio and Outdoor Living Room

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A family's home with an abandoned detached storage space gets remodeled into a beautiful garage attached to a patio with an outdoor living room that leads into the main house.

Foundation Repair Saves a Kitchen Remodel

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An issue with a rotting foundation threatens to derail the home addition necessary for the Cousins’ renovation plans. After repairs, the family is delighted with their new traditional kitchen and open living room and surprised by the balcony built off their master bathroom and the new stone chimney. The large kitchen includes a brand new layout with new cabinets, appliances and a very large kitchen island.

How to Repair and Refinish Laminate Countertops

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Learn how to repair scratches, gouges and chips; plus get the lowdown on paints and refinishing kits made to transform old countertops.

Tackle All of Your DIY Projects With Walmart’s New Line of Affordable Tools

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You can finally start those DIY projects you've been putting off for budget reasons. Walmart launched their new line of high-quality HART tools, from power tools to lawn and garden, at an affordable cost.

How to Install a Laminate Kitchen Countertop

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To install a laminate countertop in your kitchen, you should start by dry-fitting it to the cabinets. Once the fit is confirmed, the seams can be joined with butterfly clamps, biscuit joiners and glue. Finish securing the laminate countertop to the cabinets with screws, making sure the screw is long enough to hold securely but not so long as to puncture the top surface. Though most of the cutting should be done by professionals off-site, you might need to cut an opening for the stove after installing the countertop because detailed measurements may be needed.

25 Quick Ways to Add Charm to Outdoor Dining Areas

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