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If you’re not new to the DIY world and are looking for a project to challenge your skills this custom metal mailbox is the perfect undertaking for you. This project not only requires you to test your metal bending, grinding, and cutting abilities but involves work with concrete and wood. It’s a task that will take a bit more time,…

As you grow older, you might begin wondering how you’ll be able to live in your home, or if you’ll even be allowed to live on your own. In fact, according to Merck, about 28% of older adults live alone in the U.S. – that’s 14.7 million of the population! While living alone can be a nightmare for some people,…

Most driveways cost thousands of dollars to install—if you're a homeowner, you want to keep your significant investment in good shape for years. Thankfully, preparing and maintaining your driveway doesn’t have to be expensive or take up a lot of your time. Here are five things you should do both before and after the concrete is poured to keep your…

Electrical accidents can be devastating when they leave your home shattered, not to mention property destruction. Surprisingly, some of the accidents are triggered by slight issues that are avoidable.  Homeowners need to invest in the right strategies to keep their homes safe to avoid such occurrences. Fortunately, electrical safety is easy to achieve. With the right attitude and tips, it…

Nothing beats the feel of a freshly cleaned home… but some of us cannot be bothered with the stress that typically goes along with executing a big clean. The good news is that there are ways to clean your home that are quick and simple and don’t need you to dedicate a full day of work and brainpower to the…

Painting the interior of a house requires some skills and experience like professionals. Some people prefer painting their house themselves in order to save money or gain some experience. However, they need to gain some knowledge and use the right tools to paint it with precision. Homeowners who wish to paint their house themselves should do some research about the…

In the past, having a recording studio at home was nothing more than a pipe dream. These days, making release-ready music at home is more accessible than ever! That said, creating the studio of your dreams is about more than just setting some equipment in a spare bedroom. To get the best sound possible, careful planning and some remodeling is…

When the summer months come around, our thoughts turn to staying cool–and to our energy bills. But keeping your home comfortable doesn’t have to mean a drain on energy or our bank accounts. Whether you’re making simple spruce-ups to your home this summer or making major overhauls, there are easy ways to make upgrades to beat the heat while also…

Power tools such as leaf blowers and mowers work as a great companion for your lawn care jobs and help you save a lot of time and efforts in return for getting the work done. However, compared to its primal predecessors like the rake (for instance), - to ensure longevity, you need to maintain the machine properly. While you can…

Mold in the bathroom is a common sight, and this is because our bathrooms are naturally damp environments where mold can thrive. This is not good news for your caulk seals, which become rather unsightly once mold hits them. However, it’s not the end of the world. Mold isn’t a permanent visitor, and you can easily remove it from all…