Home & Garden

Don't panic if you spill grease on your clothes or the couch. Start tackling it instead. Learn how to get grease stains out of fabric with this how-to video.

If you don't work in construction or are a woodworking master, you probably aren't entirely sure what all those marks are on a tape measure. Sure, you likely know the basics, like there are 12 inches to a foot, but what are all those little tick marks for? Don't let all those little lines dissuade you from using a tape measure. Follow these guidelines to help you read all those little ruler marks.

Recycling your garbage is noble and, in many places, mandatory. But it also can be very confusing. This guide will clear up the rules.

It is simple, has easily available parts, is nice-looking, and is DIY for only $60 or so.

Use this safe and easy technique next time you need to replace a shattered light bulb.

Here's a great homemade remedy to fix that pesky scratched CD, DVD, or game disc. Who knows when that old Rush album you found between the couch cushions might come in handy...

One of the most prominent appliances in any kitchen is the refrigerator. Unfortunately, over time, any refrigerator will begin to build up dirt and grime on the exterior. Watch this informative video to learn the best ways to clean the exterior of your refrigerator.

To prevent bed bugs from entering your suitcase, you will need to pre-treat it, with diatomaceous earth. Bed bugs often hitchhike home with you when you stay overnight in hotels or on long trips. They will normally stow away in your suitcase. To prevent that from happening, dust your suitcase with a diatomaceous earth (DE) compound. For this, you will need a paintbrush, diatomaceous earth, and a large plastic bag. Sprinkle a little onto your suitcase, and use a dry paintbrush to spread the...

Silk flower arrangements never die. Make something that you can have forever with this free floral arrangement video series about arranging silk flowers.

Mark Donovan is remodeling a ceramic tile shower, and shows how to install a mortar shower pan. First consider the framing of the shower. Plywood, 2x4's and 2x6's provide a good foundation for the weight of the tile. Then remove the cover from the drain. Use duct tape to cover the drain hole. Staple 15-pound felt paper onto the floor of the shower, and up about an inch on the sides, trimming around the drain, to protect the wood from moisture. Then staple down metal lath to reinforce the floor...

This video tutorial demonstrates how to mix a base coat for plastering. When mixing up a batch of base coat, use a bit of vegetable oil in the plaster gauge/mixing pot to help keep it clean.

Tiling always looks so easy when you see it done on a straight wall! But how do you do it with a crooked wall? Use a Measureright Pro to get the angle right. So if you've tiled from a straight right angle and you're just reaching the 'odd' shaped spaces between your last row of tiles and your crooked wall, you can use the tool to mark your final row of tiles so that when you cut them, they will fit right into the irregular shaped spaces between your final row of tiles and the slanting wall. The...

Cabinets that open straight out and shut to close make so much ruckus, especially when you've got someone who's angry in the house. Sliding doors, meanwhile, are super chic, classy, and easily draw open and close without a fuss. Not to mention that most sliding cabinet doors are made of glass, which means you can show off your newest Wedgewood dinnerware set and Rosenthal cups.

Sometimes overflowing liquids or food can get into some pretty small places on your stove. When this happens, it can result in your stove being damaged or not working properly.

Learn how to separate two glasses that are stuck together with this Howcast video tutorial.

This video will show you how to replace the license plate bulbs on a 2006-2010 Ford Explorer. This is an easy auto repair that can be performed in your own driveway with simple hand tools.

This video will show you how to drill and insert a wedge anchor bolt into a concrete footing or concrete slab. The anchor bolts used in this video are the Simpson Strong -Tie brand.

In this video I talk about how to plan and set up the layout of your vegetable garden. Let me know what y'all think of the video!!

heat your greenhouse in winter cheap - 2 WAYS

How to Make a Sailboat with Macrame Sail.

Whites are the hardest color to keep looking bright and new after just a few months' time. Your sweat and oils quickly become stains, and colors from other clothes will eventually bleed into the fabric, discoloring your bright whites into something merely whitish. But before you reach for the bleach, the ultimate chemical cleaner, try some a few of these safer, less-toxic DIY solutions out instead.

If you are looking to add extra security to your home, this video will show you how to install a Schlage keyless entry deadbolt to your home.

Came up with a clever way to secure a tarp to the top of my tool shed using electrical wire staples to help hold the tarp down during some nasty blizzards and high wind storms.

Lovely macrame covered jar. This macrame decoration is suitable for weddings as well for atmospheric garden parties. Brings a beautiful soft light in your home. It can be used as a vase for candles, flowers, to hold small items, or as a decorative accent to your room.

How to make colorful hand woven macrame wall hanging! Nice boho chic decor for your home. More information in the video bellow:

Learn How to use old wasted clothes to make Door Mats for your home? This two videos will teach you how to make door mats using old clothes available at home.

DIY Modern Macrame Wall Decor - Easy Wall Hanging Tutorial. More information in video:

For anyone who lives in a space that may frown upon making holes in the walls, or for anyone who may not want to take on such a task, there's a simple alternative to hanging curtains or drapes. And the answer is brilliantly simple.

Usually, when I see a video that is captioned "wait for it," I'm quick to dismiss what could possibly come at the end of the clip. In this case, however, I was totally wrong and the final result was definitely worth the wait.

If you're looking to mix up your home décor with something a little bit outside the traditional cabinet box set, check out the amazing Wave cabinet from NYC-based, Chilean designer Sebastian Errazuriz. This revolutionary design will change the way you think about interior decoration and furniture functionality.

For anyone who has spent an entire afternoon attempting to assemble a set of IKEA chairs, these wooden masterpieces probably seem pretty appealing.

This video will show you how to replace an external home heating oil tank filter.

Design Sponge has posted some very pretty, tiny terrariums and air plants to brighten up these cold winter months. Buy them through Etsy seller Tortoise Loves Donkey or make your own. Scroll down for Design Sponge's terrarium how-to.

Make Your own Vintage Tool Box With Simple Tools and in Very Easy Way and Give it The Best Looking Ever.

Have any racing tires laying around the house? Didn't think so, but if you have any old tires they are excellent for recycling into a piece of furniture!