Welcome to the DIY forum!

Would you rather wash and fold laundry or clean the dishes?

Amy P, Hometalk Editor Answered 11 hours ago

Given the choice, would you prefer washing the dishes or doing laundry? Share your preferences and insights!

3 big dogs in backyard

Jean Blakeley-Cook Answered 55 minutes ago

I have 3 large dogs in a backyard. They wrestle non stop and have literally either trodden down every blade of grass, dug it up or, in the case of shrubbery, chewed i... See more

How do I clean a filthy frog pond without hurting the frogs?

Karen Sigel Answered 1 hour ago

Our recently purchased home has two fish ponds, currently occupied only by frogs, which we enjoy. The ponds are filthy, though, filled with years of leaves, mud, and... See more

Did anyone out there build a DIY pergola... tips?

Lisa Answered 14 hours ago

What can I do about wood smoke coming into my house?

Marty Grimson Answered 17 hours ago

I need help. My back door neighbor heats with a wood stove all winter. They are downhill from me. Almost all their smoke makes its way into my house, causing headache... See more

How to tighten a lamp that is looose?

Peggy Havard Answered 17 hours ago

How to tighten lamp that is loose?

How can I inexpensively add some "wow" to my very brown/tan house?

Kathy alfke Answered 17 hours ago

My house is 100 years old and rock solid but it is bland. It needs someone's creative suggestions!

Does anyone have any good suggestions on how to keep squirrels out of my bird feeders?

Angela A Answered 17 hours ago

I have tried the crushed red pepper in the bird seed, and have tried putting vaseline on the pole that holds the feeders....any other suggestions? I will at times hav... See more

How to clean a mirror without streaks?

Dede Answered 17 hours ago

Every time I clean my mirrors, they end up having tons of streaks and almost look worse than before I started. What could I use to clean them that won't leave streaks... See more

How effective are bay leaves for ants?

Rivka Hellendall Answered 20 hours ago

I'm dealing with a terrible ant infestation, and I heard that bay leaves can be a great way to keep them away. Do you know if that's true? If it is, how can I use bay... See more

Is washi tape recyclable?

Sarah Answered 20 hours ago

I'm moving to a new place and taking down my renter-friendly washi tape decor when I thought... wait, isn't this just paper? Can I chuck the washi paper in the recycl... See more

Can you write on washi tape?

Tikva Morrow Answered 20 hours ago

I have some gorgeous translucent washi tape and I want to use it to label items. Has anybody written on washi tape before? If so, what type of pen/ink works best to s... See more

How do you use washi tape?

Amy P, Hometalk Editor Answered 20 hours ago

Looking for ideas on how to use washi tape for DIY projects and crafts.Do you use it on notebooks, gift wrap, and journal pages?How about decor pieces and organizing ... See more

1950 Doors

Rose Answered 3 days ago

I hate these doors. I'm not a carpenter. Was wondering if these would look better painted? What can I do with these door knobs? The plating or whatever is coming off.... See more

How do I tighten the nut on this lamp?

Billy Answered 3 days ago

I have a lamp that's 1ft 16in long with the opening of the hole at the bottom that's only 2in wide, so how do i tighten up the bottom nut that's on the inside of the ... See more

Does anyone know how I can find a Pulaski 221 Baker Street nightstand

Lesa Dean Terry Answered 3 days ago

I live in north Alabama.

If you could redo your master bathroom, what would you change?

Amy P, Hometalk Editor Answered 4 days ago

Dreaming of a master bathroom remodel?Tell us: If you could change just one thing, what would it be?Your input could inspire others looking for master bathroom ideas ... See more

Is Rub 'n Buff waterproof?

Danielle Segev Answered 5 days ago

I've seen some amazing projects on here using gold Rub 'n Buff on faucets and other bathroom fixtures, and I want to try it myself. But do I need to seal it with poly... See more

How do I clean salt marks on my salt water pool?

Donna Answered 5 days ago

My salt water pool leaves white marks all around the pool I have tried everything to remove them with no luck. Can someone please help me????

How do I clean mold and mildew off of my microfiber couch?

Karen Marie Answered 5 days ago

How do I get rid of mold and mildew on my microfiber couch? Any couch-cleaning tips are appreciated.

Renovating kitchen: Which change would you make first?

Amy P, Hometalk Editor Answered 5 days ago

If you were planning a kitchen makeover on a budget, which change would you make first?Here are the options:A) Installing a new backsplashB) Upgrading appliancesC) In... See more

How do I get glass beads to stick in cement?

Debra Cunningham Answered 6 days ago

I've seen other people who mix glass beads into cement giving it a jeweled look. It seems when I try to do this, thecement dries and the beads pop out despite having ... See more

How do I get rid of chipmunks that burrow under my cement patio?

Annie Answered 6 days ago

How to remove popcorn ceiling with asbestos?

Abby Answered 6 days ago

I want to remove my popcorn ceiling, but it has asbestos in it. How do I go about this safely?

Should I Put Wood Floors in My Master Bath??

Johnnie L Answered 6 days ago

We are moving to our forever home in 3 weeks. The space is amazing, but needs major updating. I am aiming for a vintage farmhouse style. I am a junker and a reclaimed... See more

Stained tub grey. HELP!

Amanda Benjamin Answered 6 days ago

Hi scrubbed my tub with SOS steel wool pad and it left this grey stain. I’m not sure what type of tub I have but I did the magnet test and my magnet stuck to it. An... See more

Can I use scented epsom salts for plants?

Donna Answered 6 days ago

I've read to use empson salt in your plants, but my question is can I use scented Epsom salts?

Is Creeping Charlie in your lawn a good thing or a bad thing?

Mary Sullivan Answered 7 days ago

Is there a sure-fire way to get rid of Creeping Charley?

Vinyl plank flooring vs pergo (laminate)

Lynn Turnbull Answered 7 days ago

I currently have stinky dirty carpeting in my living room and I want to replace it with a durable flooring that can stand up to dogs and kids.

Hiding plumbing on floating Vanity

Melissa Monteforte Answered 7 days ago

I had a contractor install a floating bathroom vanity. Without my prior knowledge the vanity did not fit correctly with the existing plumbing from walls. They insta... See more