Fixing and grouting broken tile by HomeTime

Directory of manufacturers and suppliers of bath products

How too, info, concerns and a step by step from Hometime.

Kitchen and Bath cabinets from the Home depot

Toiletology 101, a simple free course in toilet repairs

Can I clean my grout or do I have to REGROUT.

Tips for care and maintenance, discuss' plastic, marble, laminates etc.

The Toilet Papers, Repairs for common problems

CONCRETE/MASONRY                     back to top 

Illustrated tips and techniques from Marshalltown

Another well done Sierra home Guide to concrete and brick, with illustrations.

DECKS                      back to top

Learn elements of deck building from sierra Home

Quick Tips on installing decking from the Hickson Corp.

DRYWALL                      back to top

Instalation manuals for drywall from USG (in PDF format)

ELECTRICAL                        back to top

Very informative site on wiring audio visual, media centers, security and more.

Tips and techniques for electrical wire fencing

Excellent electrical how too's and tips From Sierra Home

Electrical safety tips from Teco

A huge list of Electrical tricks of the trade from The Electricians Toolbox

Step by step for installing an electric water heater by Popular mechanics

Tips, guidelines, and safety from Sound Home

INSULATION                      back to top

Caulking and preventing air infiltration.

Basic Insulation techniques including R values, ventilation and more. From Certainteed

How much insulation do I need ? Find out the recommended r-values for your area with the help of Owens Corning

Fundamental information on weatherization.

Insulation fact and figures from the Oakridge National Laboratory.

KITCHENS                      back to top 

The first steps in planning your kitchen, plus how too's

Cabinet Hardware from Locks and Pulls

All about Solid Surface countertops from Kitchennet

Check out Dupont Corian's site for colors, products, and maintenance

Answer 20 Questions before planning your kitchen, from Omega cabinets

Kitchen and Bath cabinets from the Home depot

PLUMBING                      back to top

A ton of tips and repairs for every plumbing fixture in your home. From The plumber

Step by step for installing an electric water heater by Popular mechanics

Well designed plumbing tips and how to's from our friends at Sierra Home

ROOFING                      back to top 

Checking and planning if you need a new roof. Sierra Home

Products, tools, techniques, and more from Owens Corning

INSIDE THE HOUSE                      back to top

User supplied tips for various household problems from royal construction co.

Step by step for installing an electric water heater by Popular mechanics

Repairing broken sash cords on your windows

Impressive list of do it yourself projects from PM

OUTSIDE THE HOUSE                      back to top

Fencing How To's with Sierra Home

Simple How To projects from retaining walls to walkways and more. Sierra Home

LAWN and GARDEN                               back to top

Mowers, Lighting, Planting , Gardening etc. from PM

TOOLS                          back to top

Well done tool dictionary with some animation. From Sierra Home

GENERAL TIPS AND HOW TO'S                      back to top

Good list of Home and Garden fix it projects from Learn2.com

Small Tips site on painting, drywall, and more from Fix It.

Don't get blown away ! Securing your home to the foundation.

Which Liquid Nails product do you need to bond or seal.

Have you got rot or not ? Reasons and repairs for wood decay.

Repairing broken sash cords on your windows

From sagging and squeaky floors to repairing vinyl. Your guide for fixes.