carpentry
41 questions
How do I remove grease or oil from unfinished wood before staining?
4 views
staining
wood finishing
How can I tell if a wall is load-bearing without opening it up?
10 views
remodeling
safety
What are simple methods to stop creaky stairs without removing treads?
10 views
stairs
home maintenance
How can I reinforce 2x6 ceiling joists to safely support a heavy hammock or swing?
18 views
hardware
safety
How can I tell if a notched joist needs reinforcement or professional repair?
21 views
safety
structural
How can I tell if a floor joist needs repair or replacement?
29 views
safety
structural
How do I assess and repair sagging or squeaky floor joists safely?
35 views
flooring
structural
What's the safest way to inspect and repair a soft or moldy bathroom subfloor?
25 views
flooring
safety
What's the safest way to locate studs or joists in walls or ceilings with radiant heat?
39 views
tools
safety
What are the signs of exterior siding rot and how do I repair or stop leaks?
34 views
siding
repair
How do I decide between repairing existing wood windows or replacing with full-frame units?
99 views
energy efficiency
windows
How do I safely add hanging points in an attic or ceiling with engineered trusses?
50 views
ceilings
safety
What's the safest way to determine if a wall is load-bearing before cutting?
52 views
remodeling
safety
How can I repair small sections of wood trim or a doorstop damaged by pets?
54 views
painting
safety
How do I identify and repair a sagging floor joist on a DIY budget?
64 views
safety
structural
How should I measure window openings to ensure replacement windows fit correctly?
55 views
installation
windows
How can I securely mount heavy cabinets when wall studs aren't available?
63 views
hardware
safety
How can I estimate fair cost to replace an exterior door, including materials and labor?
70 views
doors
cost estimating
How can I inspect and repair uneven or bouncing floor joists safely as a DIYer?
93 views
framing
safety
What underlayment and installation techniques reduce noise when replacing carpet with hardwood?
107 views
tools
soundproofing
What affordable methods best reduce airborne noise between adjacent rooms?
160 views
soundproofing
doors
What's the recommended order for installing underlayment, flooring, door jambs, and baseboards?
105 views
tools
flooring
How can I stop and repair squeaky hardwood or laminate floors without removing the entire floor?
103 views
tools
flooring
How can I properly flash and seal a window to prevent leaks around openings?
112 views
windows
flashing
How do I replace a damaged exterior door threshold to prevent drafts and water intrusion?
148 views
doors
repair
How can I safely hang a large, heavy wall panel or mirror on drywall?
141 views
tools
hardware
How can I effectively soundproof an exterior door against loud outdoor noise?
130 views
soundproofing
doors
What’s the easiest way to install crown molding?
111 views
tools
trim
What’s the right way to use a stud finder?
157 views
tools
safety
How can I replace a broken window pane?
143 views
windows
safety
What’s the best way to install a floating shelf?
142 views
tools
safety
How do I repair a sagging fence gate?
148 views
tools
fencing
How do I replace weather stripping around doors?
99 views
energy efficiency
doors
What’s the best way to fix a sticking window?
233 views
maintenance
windows
How can I fix a loose handrail?
271 views
tools
safety
How do I replace a damaged baseboard?
105 views
tools
repair
How do I install a new door lock?
95 views
hardware
doors
How do I build a simple workbench?
121 views
tools
workshop
How do I fix a door that won’t close properly?
111 views
doors
troubleshooting
How do I hang shelves securely on drywall?
149 views
tools
hardware
How can I fix squeaky floorboards?
107 views
tools
flooring