At Home with Bob Vila

If your home has old-style double-hung windows with heavy sash weights on pulleys, you probably know that they’re not...

The source of your home’s power is the breaker box, also known as the electrical panel or circuit breaker box. Whatev...

I know it’s still winter here in the Northeast, but I start thinking about spring the minute Presidents’ Day weekend ...

For those of you in the tristate area who aren’t hitting the ski slopes or escaping to the Bahamas this weekend, Pres...

Perforated hardboard, more commonly known as pegboard, has been a staple of workshops and retail stores for decades. ...

It’s tough to think of a dirtier job than tearing down old plaster. The dust gets everywhere!Listen to BOB VILA ON RE...

Chisels are sharp-edged metal tools used to cut stone, wood, or metal, and they have a spectacularly long lineage. In...

Plywood is a manufactured material used throughout the home in such elements as flooring, walls, and furniture. Venee...

The harmful effects of VOCs on indoor air quality have received a lot of attention in recent years. In response, pain...

A roaring fire makes for a lovely scene, but fireplaces are notorious energy-wasters. Most of the heat generated by a...

VOCs, or volatile organic compounds, are chemicals that evaporate easily, releasing potentially harmful compounds int...

There’s nothing quite like sitting by a cozy fireplace on a chilly night. Unless you own your own private forest, tho...

In these energy-conscious times, many people are adding insulation, installing solar panels, or taking a number of ex...

We love the toasty warmth that our radiators and heating vents give off—but the dry indoor air that comes with all th...

The most important part of any bed is the mattress: The right mattress on a good frame is key to a good night’s sleep...