Hot Home & Garden How-Tos
How To: Rid garden plants and trees of bagworms
There are some pests in the garden that can be difficult to see, then there are others that are much more obvious, like these bagworms. Watch this how to video to learn how to rid your garden plants of this nasty pest.
How To: Make thermal curtains
This video is an instructional tutorial on how to make thermal curtains. Thermal curtains are a low cost method of reducing your heating bill by increasing the R value of your windows with an aesthetic, insulative curtain. Watch and learn how easy it is to keep the cold out and the warmth in with homemade thermal curtains.
How To: Re-cover a lampshade
Updating an old lampshade is a great way to brighten up a corner, freshen up a room, and lighten up your life. Learn how to re-cover your lampshade with this tutorial. All you need is fabric, spray adhesive, fabric glue, ribbon or cording to easily cover your lampshade at home.
How To: Reupholster a drop-in chair seat
Are your chairs still covered in that faded and threadbare chintz your great-grandmama picked out in 1936? She'd be the first to tell you—it's time for an update, dearie. This tutorial teaches you how to re-upholster a chair. It is easier than you think to replace the upholstery on your chairs. Watch this how to video and you can quickly reupholster your chairs at home.
How To: Install solar panels
Solar power is one way that people have found to conserve energy. Learn how to install a solar panel from a professional in this free energy conservation video series.
How To: Make a box joint jig
See how to make a finger joint jig for making box joints in this free woodworking video series. Part 1 of 16 - How to Make a box joint jig.
How To: Make a finger joint box
Learn how to make a finger joint box in this free woodworking video series. Part 1 of 15 - How to Make a finger joint box.
How To: Replace a garage entry door
Watch these home remodeling instructions to help you learn how to replace a garage entry door in this free home improvement video series.
How To: Install ceiling light fixtures
Ceiling light fixtures can be installed easily with help from an expert. In this free video series learn how to install ceiling light fixtures.
How To: Add a bathroom to a home
Put another bathroom in your house. Learn how to add a new bathroom to a home, including tips on construction and fixture installation in this free home improvement video.
How To: Remodel a garage
A garage usually ends up being a storage area for junk. Learn how to turn your garage into a fully functional living space from a home staging expert in this free home improvement video series.
How To: Repair a deck
Deck repair is much cheaper than building a new deck and it conserves wood by reusing existing deck wood. Find out how to repair an old deck to look like new in this free video series.
How To: Install a bi-fold door
Learn how to install a bi-fold door from a home remodeling expert in this free video series on home repair and improvement.
How To: Use a portable table saw
Start building and remodeling with a portable table saw in this free construction tools and home construction repair video series.
How To: Install exterior weatherstripping on a garage door
Learn how to install exterior weatherstripping on a garage door in this free video series on construction and home repair and maintenance.
How To: Do construction math for building materials
Learn how to calculate the amount of flooring, shingles, siding and other construction materials you need for your next building or remodeling project in this free DIY carpentry video series from a remodeling expert.
How To: Replace windows
Learn how to add windows to your house or home in this free video series. Part 1 of 17 - How to Replace windows.
How To: Do simple home repairs
improvement and repair tips such as how to repair drywall or sheetrock, how to float drywall, how to replace door trim, and how to fix a window in this free home renovation video guide series.
How To: Make a concrete garden bench
Concrete garden benches are not only aesthetically pleasing against the green of the garden, but hold up for years of comfortable use. Learn to make a concrete garden bench in this free video series on garden furniture design and construction.
How To: Do your laundry
Doing laundry can seem simple, but washing clothes correctly can save money and wear and tear on clothing. Learn to wash different types of clothes, including men's, women's, ties, darks, silks and more, from a professional cleaner in this free laundry video series.
How To: Fertilize organically
Organic fertilizers are a natural and healthy way to grow your plants. Learn about the benefits of using organic fertilizers in this free gardening series about fertilizing plants.
How To: Pack your kitchen
There are many items in the kitchen that can be packed ahead of time for a smoother move. Learn about packing a kitchen with expert tips in this free moving video series.
How To: Repair a lawn mower starter
Lawn mower repair can be easy with the right instructions from an expert. Learn how to replace a lawn mower starter in this free video series.
How To: Fold clothes and laundry
Folding laundry is an important housekeeping task that will help prolong the use and storage of your clothes. Learn some tips for folding clothes from a house cleaner in this free video series.
How To: Plant and grow blueberry bushes
Blueberries are a healthy nutritious fruit that you can plant and harvest yourself. Learn some tips for growing a blueberry bush from a professional organic gardener in this free video series.
How To: Grow organic parsley
Organic parsley gardening can be a fun and healthy source of nutrition if you know the right gardening procedures. Learn some tips for growing organic parsley from a professional organic gardener in this free video series.
How To: Care for gardening plants
Gardening is a great hobby for anyone looking to grow beautiful flowers, ferns or fruit bearing plants. Learn how to care for a variety of garden plants with gardening tips from a horticulturist in this free video series.
How To: use lawn care hose end sprayers
See a hose end sprayer demonstration and get expert tips and advice on lawn care and maintenance in this free gardening video.
How To: Hang a picture
Learn how to hang a picture, with expert tips on everything you need to know for picture hanging in this free interior design video series hanging pictures.
How To: Decorate a patio with a Texas theme on a budget
Learn how to turn your patio into a Texas themed hangout with the help of this free video on Texas style decorating and home decor.
How To: Use lawn care garden sprayers
Lawn and garden sprayers are great lawn maintenance tools, get expert tips and advice on pesticides, fungicides, and fertilizers in this free video.
How To: Sharpen Gouges & Scrapers for woodturning
Sharp tools always make your job easier. Learn more about sharpening woodturning tools such as gouges and scrapers in this free woodworking video from a wood shop expert.
How To: Organize a closet
Need help cleaning and organizing your closet space? Get tips and advice on organizing clothes, shoes, belts and bags in your closet in this free house cleaning video series.
How To: Make bowl flower arrangements
Arrange your flowers in a bowl with these easy tips. Learn how to cut, secure, and add decorations to a bowl flower arrangement in this free video series from a professional florist.
How To: Transplant bushes & plants
Want to move plants around in your garden? Get tips for transplanting roses, chives, and onions in this free gardening video series.
How To: Clean exterior windows
Watch as a window-cleaning professional demonstrates how to clean your exterior windows, including how to prepare and effectively use your squeegee, in this free online video about window maintenance.
How To: Remove and install a light fixture
Installing a new light fixture is an easy home improvement task. Learn how to properly remove and install a light fixture from a professional handyman in this home improvement video series.
How To: Keep your home clean
Learn housecleaning tips to more efficiently clean your home in this free video series featuring a professional house cleaner.
How To: Build hoop houses
A hoop house is greenhouse-like construct built to help gardeners grow vegetables and plants year-round. Build a hoop house with a professional organic farmer in this free gardening video series.
How To: Make concrete garden spheres
Concrete garden spheres are an excellent way to decorate your garden. Learn how to make concrete garden spheres from Farouk Ramadan in this free landscaping video series.