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Step-By-Step How To Projects
Need step-by-step tips on how to accomplish those home improvement projects? Our how-to library contains dozens of projects to help you learn how to prepare and execute each project safely and effectively.
Palo Alto Hardware

Ace Spotlight Projects

Ace Bookshelf Project

Ace Kids' Clubhouse Building Instructions

Ceilings

Installing Ceiling Tile

Installing a Suspended Ceiling

Concrete

Laying Concrete Blocks

Pouring Concrete

Repairing and Patching Concrete

Installing Masonry Anchors

Doors and Windows

Framing and Hanging Doors

Installing Replacement Doors

Replacing a Broken Window Pane

Working with Screens

Installing Steel or Fiberglass Entry Systems

Installing French and Patio Doors

Installing Replacement Vinyl Windows

Installing Skylights

Installing Hinges

Flooring

Laying Resilient Floor Tile

Laying Sheet Vinyl Floor Covering

Working with Moulding

Gas & Electrical

Installing Ceiling Fans

Installing or Replacing Electric Switches

Installing Outdoor Wiring/Lighting

Adding New Electrical Wiring

Installing Doorbells

Installing a Garage Door Opener

Soldering

Installing Wall and Ceiling Fixtures

Glossary of Audio/Video Terms

TV Hook-Up with Cable

Installing Audio Video Systems

Installing Satellite Accessories

Installing Telephone Jacks

Home Projects: Before You Start

Tips for Maintaining Your Home

Home Safety

Making Your Home Secure

Making Your Home Child Safe

Designing a Home Security System

Lawn Care and Landscaping

Maintaining a Lawn

Sprinkler Systems

Composting

Nails and Screws

Selecting and Using Screws and Nails

Outdoor Building Projects

Designing Your Deck

Building Your Deck

Building Outdoor Stairs

Outdoor Living

Building Wood Fences

Painting, Sanding & Wallpapering

Correcting Common Paint Problems

Making Painting Easier

Removing Old Paint and Varnish

Hanging Wallpaper

Plumbing

Planning Your Kitchen

Planning and Designing Your Bathroom

Designing Your Kitchen

Repairing Faucets and Valves

Installing Plastic Laminate Counter Tops

Replacing Sink, Bath and Shower Faucets

Unstopping Clogged Drains, Toilets, Sewers

Repairing Toilets

Replacing Toilets

Replacing a Water Heater

Working With Plastic Pipe

Working With Copper Pipe

Storage Projects

Building New Storage Areas

Kitchen Storage Ideas

Designing a Closet Organizer

Making Stronger Wood Joints

Building Shelves

Designing a Home Office

Walls

Installing Paneling

Patching and Repairing Drywall

Installing Drywall

Weatherproofing Your Home

Conserving Energy

Weatherproofing Your Home

Attic Ventilation

Saving Money With Insulation

Applying and Repairing Shingles

Repairing Downspouts and Gutters

Installing Vinyl Siding

Repairing and Maintaining Asphalt Driveways

Waterproofing Your Basement

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