At Home with Bob Vila

There are lots of reasons why you might want to plant in a raised garden bed rather than directly in the soil. Raised...

You know you should test your smoke alarm twice a year, but what about your fire extinguisher? If yours is at the bac...

Leafy, green, and graceful, ferns bring drama and texture to the garden. They are attractive in rock gardens and make...

This is the time of year when we shed our winter wardrobes and slip into warm-weather fabrics. To be sure that your c...

With energy costs ever on the rise, more homeowners are thinking of adding insulation to reduce energy use. Here’s wh...

Fresh herbs add flavor, fragrance, and sophistication to your cooking—and they can’t get much fresher than those you ...

Growing plants in raised beds is a tradition that goes back at least hundreds of years. Here are five reasons why a r...

There are several different kinds of insulation—fiberglass batting, rigid boards, and spray-on foam to name a few. Fo...

You probably wouldn’t think of living in a home without smoke detectors—they are proven lifesavers. But what about fi...

The best way to keep your microwave clean is to wipe it down after every use. But that doesn’t always happen—you’re i...

Linoleum rugs are a little-remembered footnote to floorcovering history. These days, unless you uncover one when you’...

Wood paneling certainly has a place in the home. It can make a space feel traditional and warm, but it can also look ...

Now that spring is here, many people’s thoughts turn to gardening, and to the joys of leafy salads and delicate sprin...

Hanging wallpaper can be tricky, but it’s worth the effort for the beautiful effect it can have on a room. As with so...

Choosing the best lighting can be a bit of a challenge.   Some rooms need cozy, subdued lighting to create ambience; ...