At Home with Bob Vila

In 2011, federal safety standards for baby cribs changed significantly, making it illegal to sell older models that n...

Many of us don’t have the luxury of really "decorating" a room—we move into a home and place our furniture as best we...

Today’s weather-tight homes are great for energy efficiency, but they’re not so good for indoor air quality. The grea...

There are more than 2,000 species of termites, and chances are some of them live in your neighborhood. The most commo...

If you’ve ever wallpapered a room, you probably have some leftover pieces lying around. Don’t just throw them out! Wa...

The soothing whir of a ceiling fan is one of the sweet sounds of summer. But summer’s not over yet. To keep your fan ...

Consider this: In Canada, about 40% of homes are equipped with central vacuum systems. In the U. S. , the figure is l...

The Tick-Borne Disease Alliance reports that as many as three-quarters of all Lyme Disease cases are caused by tick b...

Are your kitchen cabinets dated and worn? Or maybe they’re just too dark for your taste. New cabinets can be a costly...

Heat gettin’ you down? If you’re in a house where installing central air would also mean installing ductwork, maybe y...

A hose is a hose is a hose, right? Not so fast—not all garden hoses are created equal, so before you spring for a new...

Hot weather can really take a lot out of a person. . . and out of a tree as well. That’s why it’s important to take s...

I bet you’ve never heard anyone complain that his bathroom has too much storage space. If you’re about to renovate, h...

If you’re looking for a little more shade this summer, maybe an awning is the way to go. Let’s review the basics and ...

Storm doors are the unsung heroes of our entryways. They protect our exterior doors from the weather and add a layer ...