In part 1 of this 3-part series, learn how to frame a wall in a room, demonstrated in a basement setting. The techniques ...

In part 2 of this 3-part series, learn how to frame windows and doors in a room, demonstrated in a basement but applicable to various spaces like attics and workshops. Make sure to watch video 1 on ...

Last week I began a reply to D.C. about how best to finish a portion of his basement. The house is about a year old, so my first concern was that he make absolutely certain that there are not water ...

Dawn Weinberger is a freelance writer in Portland, Oregon who has contributed to numerous publications and websites over the past 20 years, including RD.com, Glamour, Women's Health, Entrepreneur, and ...

Remodeling a home usually consists of removing and building walls. These are both jobs that a motivated DIYer can take on and save some money in the process. Building a wall starts with assembling and ...

Q: Should I use screws or nails when framing a basement wall? What’s the best option for long-term strength? A: I’ve always used nails when framing basement walls, even though screws are stronger and ...