Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

It's finally the one time of year where you can mail letters bragging about your life, and it doesn't seem weird. If you have yet to send out your holiday cards, I urge you to do it soon, because time ...

It’s not every day that you break out the nice plates, centerpieces, and cloth napkins. Whether it’s a special occasion, the holidays are coming up, or you’re just feeling fancy, you can avoid ...

Once October hits, skeletons, pumpkins, inflatable goblins, and other Halloween decorations pack store shelves. Instead of displaying the same holiday setup as everyone else, it can be fun (and ...

So you miraculously found yourself with extra time on your hands. Although you could use it to sleep, read, or (god forbid) socialize, you and I both know that's not the capitalist, American way. It's ...

Before you get that shiny new tool for Christmas or commit to building your new puppy an insulated dog house, go through our list of 12 DIY skills that you'll surely put to use in the new year and ...

At first glance, wood pallets don't look very special, but their DIY potential is actually pretty endless. These otherwise utilitarian platforms lend themselves beautifully to countless decorating ...

Are your weekends spent trolling Pinterest for decorating inspiration? Do the folks at your local home improvement store know you by name? If your motto is “DIY or die,” then you won’t want to miss ...

Back in the ’70s, people were often more focused on practicality than safety. Homeowners would tackle insulation projects ...