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A laminate floor with the layers peeling up.
Hot Topics: No Flooring Shortcuts

Peel and stick is not an option.

Hot Topics: Adhesive Foam Board Insulation

Make sure you get the right adhesive!

A Formica countertop with a burn mark.
Hot Topics: Burned the Countertop - Now What?

You don't always have a trivet when you need one.

A home for rent
Becoming a DIY Landlord: Michael Boyer's Tips and Tricks

Thinking of renting out a property? With a DIY attitude it's easier than you think!

Terms of the Trade

A putty knife with spackling paste on it being applied to a yellow wall. Terms of the Trade: What Is Spackling Paste?

Make sure your walls have a smooth surface before painting.

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Hot Topics

A house foundation with a hole at the base. Hot Topics: Foundation Openings at Base

Is a hole at the foundation of your house cause for concern?

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The Nuts and Bolts

A woman holds a Yale Assure Lock DIY Closer Look: Yale Assure Lock with Bluetooth

Check out how to install your own deadbolt as we look in depth at Yale's new smart lock.

A Modular Approach to Home Automation: We Test Out 3 D-Link Smart Devices Save Water, Save Money: We Test Out the Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller - Generation 2 More in The Nuts and Bolts >