Most laminate and real wood floors are laid by dry-clipping boards together. Clipping mechanisms vary, but the principles are the same. Whether you need a vapor barrier or underlay will depend on the type of floor. If in doubt, install […]

Engineered wood floors are easy to install and resistant to moisture, making them a great alternative to traditional hardwood floors. Use these step-by-step instructions to install engineered hardwood floors in your home. TOOLS staple gun finish nailer pneumatic stapler awl […]

Create an authentic period bath with this turn-of-the-century fixture. TOOLS screwdriver tube cutter drill driver strap wrench MATERIALS chrome water pipes wall anchors toilet wax ring screws pull chain tank Determine the Wall Tank Location Locate and mark the position […]

Wooden windows can swell in wet weather. Try rubbing candle wax along the sticking edge of the window. If that does not work, plane away some wood. You can plane the opening edge of a casement. Take off enough extra […]