John Dunbar

We understand that some jobs require a level of skill that we're not quite comfortable with. For this reason, we have partnered with thousands of contractors throughout the US who have met our cont...

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Having the correct tools is 80% of the challenge of DIY. Luckily, nearly 100% of the needed tools for any job are available for rent. Most big box stores have a tool rental service. There are also ...

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For every remodeling job that involves knocking down a wall, there's another that calls for putting one up. "If you're refinishing an attic or adding a closet or home office, you're going to need a...

Measure the Room Measure the room for total linear wall length. For example, a 165 square-foot room with two 15-foot walls and two 11-foot walls could be completed using one 12-foot section of cr...

Mark Direction of Cut on First Baseboard Press the squared-off end of the first baseboard piece tight into the corner along the floor. It doesn't matter if you begin with the left or right side; in...

Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all guide to installing garden edging. With so many different style varieties, the way you install the edging varies, too.  No-dig edging is the easiest to i...

Metal edging options include aluminum or steel. Aluminum edging is harder to find, but it’s the better choice because it won’t rust and it’s lighter than steel edging, making it easier to transport...