Interior Home Repair

Formica has long been a favorite material for use in counter tops and backsplashes. It is available in a wide range of colors and patterns, is relatively easy to install, cleans up easily and is...

The Bosch jigsaw is a hand power saw used for cutting precise corners. Bosch jigsaws are compact and were the first jigsaws on the market with a tool-less blade change system, making them...

Drywall is a durable part of a home's interior. Accidents happen, however, and sometimes a repair is needed. But what if you have no experience and you don't want to call an expensive contractor...

Cigarette burns: For small burnt or frayed areas, you can use a razor blade knife and cut out a little one or two inch square of carpet.

Got a hole in your drywall that requires more than just a little joint compound? I'll explain the right way to fix it with a patch that is lasting, strong and done the right way.

Reupholstering chairs is an exacting job, but it can be done without professional help, especially if it's a simply designed chair. So if your chair is looking out of place in your new living...

Wire shelving can be an excellent choice for your projects because of its versatility. It is strong, light, easy to keep clean, and able to be cut to virtually any length. Because you can cut wire...

Drywall tape is used to seal the joints between panels of drywall. If the tape was incorrectly installed, you may notice cracks, blistering or bubbling that increases over time. If this occurs,...

Circular saws, jigsaws, routers and even knives can cut formica and other plastic laminates, but straight edges and accurate cuts require the right technique as well as the right blade.

When using a hand saw, first mark the area to cut and point a finger in the direction of the cutting while holding the saw with the other three fingers. Get a clean cut and avoid getting a hand...

If you can't find a padlock key or you forgot the combination, you may have to cut it off. It's not that difficult with the correct procedures.

Cutting a batt or sheet of fiberglass insulation can be messy and frustrating. The fiberglass is fuzzy and difficult to cut straight. Fortunately, a few simple steps can make the project much...

Cutting plexiglass at home instead of having the store do it for you allows you to measure and get exact fits. Plexiglass is much safer than glass, since it is not really glass, but a clear, hard...

If you're seeking a new look for your bathroom, replacing the medicine cabinet may be all you need to do. Replacing the cabinet is a simple process if the cabinet is a surface-mount or is the same...

A scroll saw is an electrically powered table saw designed for detailed cutting. It's primarily an armature hanging over a table that can be swiveled and tilted to accommodate any angle cut....

Crown molding adds a certain sense of elegance to any room, but it also serves a utilitarian purpose by covering up any gap that may exist between the ceiling and wall. While cutting and...

Make old office furniture look new! Learn how to cut wood for wood veneer furniture patch to repair old furniture in this free woodworking video.

Learn how to make a three sided cut with a tile saw, in this free video.

Learn how to make a three sided cut with a tile saw, in this free video.

Learn how to make a diamond cut with a tile saw, in this free video.

Learn how to make a diamond cut with a tile saw, in this free video.

Learn how to repair small counter top damages and upgrade your kitchen at the same time.

Hand snips are the best tools to use for cutting light sheet metal, up to about 1/16 inch thicknesses. Hand snips may cause tiny metal fractures; so it's a good idea to cut slightly outside of the...

There are two ways to cut ceramic tiles. The cheaper solution is to use a manual tile cutting tool, and you can purchase this tool at a home improvement store for less than $20. The second way to...