Organizing and transporting your tools for your DIY projects is easy with the Ridgid 2.0 Pro Gear System 22-inch toolbox. (The Home Depot) The difficult thing about having a lot of tools is keeping up with them. Some people have a great organization system for their garage or shop, but that goes out the window … Read more
Weatherstripping adds a barrier between outside air and indoor living space, helping to block drafts that lead to high heating costs. (Duck® Brand) One of the quickest energy- and money-saving tasks you can do is weatherstrip your windows and doors. Weatherstripping is a piece of rubber, foam, metal or other material used to seal the … Read more
Keep an eye on your home’s entrance with Chamberlain’s new garage door opener with integrated camera. (Image via The Home Depot) In many homes, the garage door is the primary entrance, so keeping it secure is important. That’s why the new Chamberlain garage door opener comes with an integrated camera. Here’s why this Best New Product … Read more
Snakes often turn to pool noodles for shelter from the heat. (Deposit Photos) Pool noodles are popular foam flotation devices for swimmers of all ages, and they come in handy outside the water, too. For instance, woodworkers can protect saw horses with one, families with small garages can make car door bumpers to prevent accidents, … Read more
Garages make for great storage space, but they can quickly become cluttered. Russ and Raelyn Watkins have a spacious two-car garage, but the space has filled up over time. Walking from their car to the door has become an obstacle. The garage is the most-used entrance in their home, so making sure the pathway is … Read more
National Curb Appeal Month in August is the perfect time to discover the strong value of replacing an older, worn-out garage door. A new garage door can substantially increase the curb appeal of a home, while also being a solid investment. According to the 2021 Cost Versus Value Study, coordinated by Remodeling magazine, a garage door replacement project is … Read more
Bill Taylor’s garage has never looked better. He transformed the floor into an automobile showroom with Terrazzo™ stone coating. “My expectation for this product included a professional look after completion, a slip-resistant finish, and long-lasting beauty,” says Taylor, a Kentucky resident. “So far my expectations have been met.” Terrazzo: Up to the Test While Taylor just … Read more
In this episode, we’re focusing on improving the exterior design of Chelsea’s ranch-style home. Several months ago, Chelsea and her husband Brandon bought a mid-century house. They have already done some minor updates before moving in with their three children, Gus, Mary Helen and Lucy. Now that they have been living in the home for … Read more