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Before You Paint: A 15-Minute Wall Inspection

Paint is great at changing color, but terrible at hiding damage. Before opening the can, spend 15 minutes checking the walls with this simple routine.

Before You Paint: A 15-Minute Wall Inspection

Paint is great at changing color, but terrible at hiding damage. Before opening the can, spend 15 minutes checking the walls with this simple routine.

7 Drywall Repair Mistakes That Show Through Paint

A drywall patch can look fine while you’re working on it—and then stand out like a spotlight after the paint dries. Usually, the problem started before the paint ever went...

7 Drywall Repair Mistakes That Show Through Paint

A drywall patch can look fine while you’re working on it—and then stand out like a spotlight after the paint dries. Usually, the problem started before the paint ever went...

Don’t Let That Open Caulk Tube Turn Into a Brick

Most partly used caulk tubes fail in one of two ways: the nozzle dries solid, or the tube leaks all over the shelf. A few simple habits can prevent both.

Don’t Let That Open Caulk Tube Turn Into a Brick

Most partly used caulk tubes fail in one of two ways: the nozzle dries solid, or the tube leaks all over the shelf. A few simple habits can prevent both.

How to Clean a Paint Roller in 30 Seconds

Stop wasting rollers. Learn the fastest way to clean a paint roller in 30 seconds flat using centrifugal force — no mess, no waste, no ruined nap.

How to Clean a Paint Roller in 30 Seconds

Stop wasting rollers. Learn the fastest way to clean a paint roller in 30 seconds flat using centrifugal force — no mess, no waste, no ruined nap.

Getting Peak Performance From Your Refrigerated...

Getting Peak Performance From Your Refrigerated Air Conditioner Your AC system is expensive to run—and most people waste 30–50% of its cooling capacity without realizing it. Refrigerated air conditioning works...

Getting Peak Performance From Your Refrigerated...

Getting Peak Performance From Your Refrigerated Air Conditioner Your AC system is expensive to run—and most people waste 30–50% of its cooling capacity without realizing it. Refrigerated air conditioning works...

Getting the Most Cooling From Your Swamp Cooler

Evaporative coolers work best when the outdoor air is hot and dry. These simple steps can make a noticeable difference in comfort and operating cost. Source: Ed Phillips, Arizona Almanac...

Getting the Most Cooling From Your Swamp Cooler

Evaporative coolers work best when the outdoor air is hot and dry. These simple steps can make a noticeable difference in comfort and operating cost. Source: Ed Phillips, Arizona Almanac...