When to Call an Electrician While basic wiring is suitable for many DIYers, it can be dangerous and calls for extreme caution. If you’re uncertain of your ability to safely and properly wire a porch light, call an electrician or handyman to wire the fixture before placing yourself and others at risk. Installing vs. Replacing a Porch Light If you already have a porch light but are looking to upgrade, the process is similar to the steps below, only easier....

Before you begin, remove the old tiles and smooth out the walls. You’ll want a flat surface to lay your tiles on. Also make sure you’re comfortable completing the skills needed for this project, such as cutting tile, grouting, and caulking. You can expect to spend a weekend installing the tile, but total times will vary based on the size of your bathroom. Bathroom Subway Tile Ideas What You Need SandpaperAll-purpose cleanerScrewdriverPainters tapePremixed thinset mortarV-notch trowelSubway tiles (we used Daltile Finesse tiles in Bright White)Wet tile saw1/16 tile spacersMicrofiber clothGrout (we used Delorean Gray Simple Premium)Rubber floatLarge spongesLarge bucketBright white tile caulkCaulking gun...

Step 1: Place the Sheets Lay the fitted sheet on your bed, aligning the corners of the sheet with the corners of the bed. Starting in one corner, tuck the bedsheet under the mattress. Move diagonally to the next corner and repeat tucking in the sheet. Repeat for the remaining two corners. Smooth out any gaps or bunches, and make sure the fitted sheet is pulled taut over the mattress. Then lay the flat sheet over the bed so it hangs evenly on both sides of the bed....

“When I saw the BHG 2023 Color of the Year, I instantly thought of how amazing it would look in their room with the mural,” Nicole says. “The color Canyon Ridge reminded me of a sunset we saw while hiking the canyons in Utah. So I thought let’s use this to paint their ceiling and include a literal sun element with the sunburst around their ceiling light.” Here’s how Nicole created a ceiling sunburst in her kids’ room using inexpensive trim pieces from the hardware store....

Heather and Joe , the couple behind blog Household No. 6, transformed a narrow space in their home to carry the style and function load of their four kids. The sleek 6x6-foot hobby room, which features four file cabinets under a butcher-block counter, has space for a chair and work area for each child and cost about $600 to create. Here’s how it all came together. Step 1: Panel the Walls Kit Selzer After painting the walls, Joe and Heather nailed 6x48-inch strips of 1/2-inch plywood to the wall above the baseboard, trimmed the top edge, and painted the woodwork white....

How to Make Ice Cream in a Mason Jar In a quart-size Mason jar, combine 1 cup heavy cream, 1½ Tbsp. sugar, ½ tsp. vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Shake vigorously (let the kids help!) for 4 to 5 minutes until the mixture is doubled in size. Dip a spoon in and the liquid should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, but not thick or buttery....

Cut a piece large enough to cover the head, pull the faux fur around the head globe’s curved sides, and hot-glue the material on the underside. Starting where the head and body join, weave a piece of wire through the body globe, distributing the length equally on each side. Loop around the frame on each side to secure. Repeat four times to make eight pairs of legs. When the wire legs are attached, cut a piece of faux fur large enough to cover the body....

How to Make Pearlized Easter Eggs Supplies Needed Eggs, real or ceramicCrafts knife, if using real eggsPin, if using real eggsBulb Syringe, if using real eggsPearlized acrylic paints in yellow, pink, white, blue, green, and lavenderPlateSpongeBowl of waterBasket and faux grass Step-by-Step Directions Follow our simple how-to instructions to make your own painted Easter eggs. You should be able to complete this project in under an hour. Step 1: Prepare Eggs This project can be made with real or faux eggs; if you plan to keep the eggs as permanent Easter decor, inexpensive ceramic eggs like these DIY Ceramic Eggs ($9....

Start by placing each flower facedown, then cover the arrangement with waxed paper or a paper towel. Next, use a hammer to pound around the circumference of the flower, applying pressure to the petal area. Avoid putting pressure on the center of the flower; otherwise, pollen and moisture will stick to the paper as well, which doesn’t look as pretty. Repeat this process until you’re happy with how the hammered flower art looks—don’t forget, you can add accents and dimension by pounding leafy greenery, too!...

1. Choose Multifunctional Furniture A storage ottoman that holds sneakers while doubling as an end table. A couch with an attached chaise lounge that raises to store extra paper towels and toilet paper. A full-length mirror that opens to reveal jewelry. These were just some of the furniture items that I incorporated into my tiny apartment to effectively add storage space. Turn to flexible furniture with built-in storage to hide bulk items....

How to Paint a Front Door Looking for an easy exterior update? Grab your favorite paint color and get started with your front door makeover! Supplies Needed Painters tapeSpongeFine-grit sandpaperTack clothHigh-density foam mini rollers and brushes1 quart adhesion primer1 quart satin or semigloss exterior paint Step-by-Step Directions Once you’ve gathered your supplies, it’s time to start painting your front door. Be sure to work in a well-ventilated area. Step 1: Remove and Prep Door To paint your front door, we recommend removing the door and placing it on sawhorses outside or in a well-ventilated area....

Cilantro Care Tips Cilantro grows best in light, well-drained soil and full sun or part shade. Cilantro is a cool-season plant that does best at temperatures between 50 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Plant it in mid-spring as soon as the soil begins to warm. Sow seeds 1 to 2 inches apart in rows 8 inches apart in full sun. Cover them with ¼ inch of fine soil. Keep the seed bed moist as seedlings emerge—roughly 10 to 20 days from planting....

Summer Squash Care Tips Squash needs full sun, fertile soil, and warm weather to grow well. Choose a planting site that receives at least 8 hours of direct sunlight a day and has well-drained soil. if drainage is a problem, plant in a raised bed or a large container. Squash plants grow quickly. It is essential to thin plants as described above to ensure they have space to mature and expand....

Before you begin, read through the steps and ensure you have all of the necessary cleaning supplies on hand. We used common household supplies, like vinegar and baking soda. You’ll also want to double-check what cabinet material you’re working with. The difference between wood and laminate, for example, can sometimes be tricky to spot. Consult your cabinet owner’s manual or speak with a cabinet professional if you’re unsure. When to Clean Your Kitchen Cabinets We recommend a two-part cabinet cleaning method that incorporates both weekly and seasonal touch-ups to save time and energy....

How to Prevent Serious Siding Damage If your siding is buckling, splitting, warping, delaminating, or coming loose in large areas, or if you see mold or other signs of moisture inside the siding, remove a section and take a look. If you find plenty of moisture, the building paper and flashings may not have been installed correctly. Consult with a professional. The solution may be as simple as caulking an opening or replacing a damaged or incorrectly installed piece of flashing....

This problem has significantly contributed to the loss of nearly 30% of the North American bird population since 1970. The good news is that you can do several simple things to stop birds from flying into your windows. Understanding why it happens will help you find the best solutions for your home. Why Birds Fly into Windows “Research estimates that 365 million to one billion birds collide with buildings every year in the U....

1. Group Items in a Caddy One of the simplest ways to store grilling supplies is in a carrying caddy, which you might already have laying around the house, whether it’s currently holding cleaning products or kid’s craft supplies. These convenient bins often come with a handle or two to make transporting utensils to the table easier. However, a caddy is only so large, so it’s able to hold a limited amount of items....

How to Tell When Sugar Cookies Are Done Recipes for sugar cookie cutouts often call for baking until the edges are firm or set. If that’s the case with your recipe, your sugar cookies should be set (not brown) and no longer appear soft and melty. The Light Brown Bottom Test Some sugar cookies and pale cookie recipes (such as Christmas sandies and thumbprint cookies) call for light brown bottoms as a doneness test....

Before You Begin: Choose the Right Molding Home centers offer a variety of premilled molding materials. For the traditionalist, or if you plan to stain the trim, solid-wood trim available in many species is the best choice, albeit a more expensive one. If paint will cover your molding, consider finger-jointed wood, wood composite, or urethane trims to lower costs. Urethane molding trim offers additional flexibility: it is lighter weight, can be installed with just construction adhesive, and generally allows you to use heftier profiles....

1 15 ounce can no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoon lemon juice 2 tablespoon tahini (sesame seed paste) 2 cloves garlic, minced ¾ teaspoon salt 3 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon water Black pepper Serve-Alongs Crackers, pita chips, and/or vegetable dippers Lime-Avocado Process 1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled, and chopped, with the chickpeas, substituting lime juice for the lemon juice. To serve, top with 1 Tbsp. each toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas) and chopped fresh cilantro....