DIY: repair, renovate, and decorate with over 450 step-by-step projects

Not doing it yourself

Assessing your house. Exterior ; Interior ; Going green

Tools, equipment, and materials. Hand tools ; Power tools ; Materials

Alterations and repairs. Ceilings and walls ; Drywall ; Windows ; Doors ; Floors ; Staircases ; Roofs ; Decorative woodwork ; Structural problems

Kitchens and bathrooms. Kitchens ; Bathrooms

Decorating and finishing. Preparing surfaces ; Painting and finishing ; Wallpapering ; Tiling ; Flooring ; Finishing a room

Improving home performance. Insulation and ventilation ; Home security ; Conserving energy ; Using space

Outdoor alterations and repairs. Hard landscaping ; Wooden structures

Electrics. Electrical systems

Plumbing. Pipe connections ; Faucets and valves

Heating. Heating systems

First aid

Emergencies.