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Posts by Better Homes & Gardens Home Improvement
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Look through this collection of before-and-after home exteriors to find entryway designs that add curb appeal and welcome guests.
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Remake your exterior living spaces with these simple outdoor furniture and fabric ideas.
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Check out these quick and easy DIY projects you can make this weekend without spending a bundle.
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A staircase can offer surprising opportunities for storage. Here's how to add on organization, one step at a time.
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A pretty, practical porch never goes out of style. Create a space that's perfect for greeting and gathering with a porch addition.
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These 20 improvements may not cost a lot, but they'll make a big difference in how your home functions. Complete one or more of these projects this weekend.
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Creating an eco-friendly kitchen is as simple as being smart about the materials you buy, and when possible, recycling, reusing, and repurposing items from all over the house.
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Planning an addition? Keep these guidelines in mind to help ensure the new melds with the old.
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Create a new look in a room by installing crown molding to bridge the gap between walls and ceiling.
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A step-by-step guide for installing basic molding, cutting and chopping, and adding design elements by yourself.
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Be prepared for strenuous labor when it comes time to hang drywall. The sheets are heavy, you'll be working in awkward positions, and you'll have to hold the sheets in place while you drive in nails or screws. It's tempting to rush the job, but you'll kick yourself later if you do sloppy work. Wide gaps between drywall sheets take a long time to tape, and nobody wants nails popping out later. Here's how to do the job correctly the first time.
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Feeling floored by your flooring options? We'll help you choose the best flooring products for your home and pocketbook.
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As flooring trends move toward higher contrast and more natural characteristics, laminate has become a popular alternative. It can mimic nearly anything from oak to marble and wears just as well -- with better resistance to scratches, dents, and sun damage.
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Give your bathroom a strong and stylish foundation. From ceramic tile to stone, discover durable and distinctive flooring materials and design ideas that you can bring to your bathroom.
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Discover quality and stylish kitchen flooring materials -- from ceramic tile to hardwood to stone -- and stunning design ideas.
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Not sure how to choose among the many types of decking material available? Learn about the offerings available and discover one that fits with your style and your budget.
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If your deck looks drained and dull, give it a boost with these refreshing ideas.
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Building a deck is a huge undertaking. So, before you put hammer to nail, make sure you've thought about these design elements.
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Updating your deck or patio is a snap with these easy-to-install decking tiles.
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Practical facts about the role these open-and-shut cases play in looks and efficiency.
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Using common carpentry tools, you can install a sash kit or window insert from inside your home without destroying the surrounding interior molding or exterior casing. Better yet, you can do it in less than an hour.
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Today's window frame materials offer a variety of benefits including style, energy efficiency, interior livability, low maintenance, and convenience. Here's what's out there now.
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Get the most out of your remodeling efforts by focusing on projects that make a statement and pay off when it comes time to sell your home.
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Follow these cost-cutting tips to give your home character without exceeding your remodeling budget.
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