Ideas

Looking for your next DIY project? Perhaps you need some inspiration on how to make your house a home? Our growing library of how-to's, DIY tutorials, and home improvement articles are here to guide you through your DIY adventures.

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Outdoor Living & Recreation
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Top 4 Creative Ideas For Backyard Entertaining

Most homeowners and renters spend the majority of their decorating budget (and time) focusing on the inside of their homes.

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Landscaping
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Know Your Irrigation System: Inspection, Detection & Prevention

If you prize having a lush, green lawn, then you know how important regular watering is. Trying to stick to a schedule while reaching all the corners of your property, however, takes time and effort.

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Home Maintenance
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How To Save Energy by Stopping Drafts

As outside temperatures plummet, drafty doors and leaky windows can make the inside of your home feel downright frosty.

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Home Improvement & Renovating
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The Tiny Homes Takeover

Why do some people build, rent, and sometimes even choose to live in homes that, from the outside, resemble the size of a garden shed more than a house?

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Interior Design & Decor
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How To: Create the Perfect Cozy Book Nook

While it’s possible to curl-up almost anywhere with a good book, an avid reader will turn to their book nook — that special spot that evokes serene feelings.

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Decks
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How to Stain Your Deck

Is your front porch in need of a facelift to bring the curb appeal back to your property? Is your back deck in need of a little TLC to return it to its former summertime glory? Ace Lumber can help!