carpentry

carpentry 25 questions

How can I securely mount heavy cabinets when wall studs aren't available?

How can I estimate fair cost to replace an exterior door, including materials and labor?

How can I inspect and repair uneven or bouncing floor joists safely as a DIYer?

What underlayment and installation techniques reduce noise when replacing carpet with hardwood?

flooring soundproofing

What affordable methods best reduce airborne noise between adjacent rooms?

soundproofing diy

What's the recommended order for installing underlayment, flooring, door jambs, and baseboards?

How can I stop and repair squeaky hardwood or laminate floors without removing the entire floor?

flooring repair

How can I properly flash and seal a window to prevent leaks around openings?

windows flashing

How do I replace a damaged exterior door threshold to prevent drafts and water intrusion?

doors weatherproofing

How can I safely hang a large, heavy wall panel or mirror on drywall?

How can I effectively soundproof an exterior door against loud outdoor noise?

soundproofing doors

What’s the easiest way to install crown molding?

What’s the right way to use a stud finder?

How can I replace a broken window pane?

What’s the best way to install a floating shelf?

How do I repair a sagging fence gate?

How do I replace weather stripping around doors?

What’s the best way to fix a sticking window?

How can I fix a loose handrail?

How do I replace a damaged baseboard?

How do I install a new door lock?

How do I build a simple workbench?

How do I fix a door that won’t close properly?

How do I hang shelves securely on drywall?

How can I fix squeaky floorboards?

flooring repair