Home Improvement Tips
Digital Workshops: How-To Basics
Become a DIY expert from the comfort of your own home with digital workshops from The Home Depot.
Tool Basics
How to Use a Ratchet
Learn the basics of how to use a ratchet and the different ways it can help you around the house.
How To Use a Power Drill
Master the basics of how to use a power drill and the purpose of different types of drill bits.
How To Use a Circular Saw
You'll always have the exact size lumber needed for any project once you know how to safely operate a circular saw.
How To Use a Nail Gun
Dramatically increase the rate at which you complete DIY projects and save your arms from getting tired by using a nail gun.
How To Use a Tape Measure
Knowing how to read a tape measure is a basic but crucial skill needed for any DIY project.
How to Use a Wrench
Learn the basics of how to use a wrench and the different ways it can help you around your home
Home Basics
How to Remove Carpet from Stairs
We'll show you how to remove carpet from stairs properly in this quick video.
Garage Organization Tips
Learn the basics on how to organize your garage to make all of your items easily accessible.
How to Make Affordable Bath Updates
Replacing cabinet pulls, hardware or a toilet seat is a great way to update any bath.
How to Fix a Leaky Faucet
Get rid of that annoying leaky faucet and save on water as we show you an inexpensive fix.
How To Mount a Flat Screen TV
A flat screen TV wall mount is not complicated, you just need a few tools and a buddy to help.
How To Hide Cords
Covering the loose electrical cords around your home's entertainment center will instantly clean up the look of the room.
How to Use Smart Home Technology
Protect your home via smartphone with Wi-Fi enabled security cameras.
How to Install a Smart Garage Door Opener
When your smartphone serves as your garage door remote, you never have to wonder if you've left the garage door open.
Replacing Flush Mount Lights with Recessed Lighting
Learn how to easily update your flush mount lights with recessed lighting.
How to Set Up and Water Your Christmas Tree
Quickly set up your fresh Christmas tree and keep it alive all season long.
How to Decorate a Christmas Tree
Make decorating your Christmas tree a simple task with these easy lighting techniques.
How To Hang Outdoor Christmas Lights
Hang Christmas lights on your house and around your yard to become the envy of the neighborhood.
How to Hang a Wreath
Learn how to easily add holiday cheer to your home’s exterior by hanging wreaths.
Home Improvement Tips from the Experts
Being able to safely handle and operate basic tools is a crucial skill every homeowner – or even renter – should know. The home tips on this page will help you feel comfortable enough to tackle minor home improvement projects on your own, saving you money. The home improvement guides on this page teach you tool tips such as how to use a power drill, how to use a nail gun, how to use a tape measure and how to use a circular saw. Once you’ve mastered these tools, follow along with our home improvement videos to learn basic home improvement tips and projects, including how to snake a drain, how to wall-mount a flat screen TV and how to hide cords behind an entertainment center or desk. If you’re ready to learn more after watching our Home Depot DIY videos, visit our DIY projects and ideas page for more inspiration.
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