Being a homeowner means there is always something that needs to be done. Homes require a lot of maintenance to keep them in good condition. That’s why How To Build It has shared these homeowner tips and tricks. There is no need to call a plumber when you sink leaks, or the toilet is clogged. No need to call a painter when you want to update colors. Why, because our articles are designed to help you feel confident in these projects. We tell you when maintenance should be done and how to do it. We will help you know how to use a caulk gun, lay tile, patch a wall, clean rain gutters, install weather stripping and more. Visit howtobuildit.org for all your homeowner needs.
Fall is quickly approaching and my husband and I are beginning to decide when we want to prep our yard for the cold season to come. Prepping the yard for winter is never my favorite thing to do because I get so sad to say farewell to Fall! Not to mention, some of the prep … Read more
One of my new year’s resolutions for 2019 was to completely deep clean my house top-to-bottom a few times a year. Naturally, I wanted to start off the new year right and I began scrubbing just as soon as our New Year’s festivities ended and I cleaned all week long. It was hard work, but my … Read more
Learn how to restore vintage furniture with chalk paint and my simple DIY! I’ve collected vintage furniture for as long as I can remember, and I’m frequently seen looting around estate or yard sales. You can find some gorgeous pieces, and although they may look outdated on the outside, a little chalk paint is all … Read more
I used to avoid any projects that required me to fix drywall. I thought it was impossible to make it match from every angle until I discovered these drywall patching tips and tricks. Drywall Patching Tips And Tricks : Holes 1. Check For Electrical Wires Now, this sounds like a given, but it is often … Read more
We have some pretty darn valuable painting tips for those of you looking to start painting garage floors (or any cement floors). Once you check these ideas out, you’ll never go back to how your garage floor looked before! Garage Paint Ideas for Garage Floors: Tips Tip #1: Clean it really well. Before you set … Read more
Caulking tips and tricks are something the average homeowner should know. Most of us have at least one caulking project to do during home ownership, but more often there are many. Depending on the size of the job, a caulking project is a huge pain. Here are a few caulking tips and tricks to make … Read more
