Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Dear Pat: I am planning to install a new door for atwo-car garage. I have read through many installation instructionsonline and have an idea how to do it. Do you have any special tipsyou have learned ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Dear James: I like pocket doors because they save floor space, but they often don’t glide smoothly into the wall slot. What is the best method to install one? — Kevin D. Dear Kevin: As houses are ...

Once you've secured your tools, you'll want to carefully measure and read all of the instructions on your door of choice before you get started on the actual install, for which, fair warning, you're ...

If your garage is currently feeling a bit more cramped than it is convenient, it might be time for an upgrade to your space. Whether you're adding to an expansive tool collection, storing a few ...

Q. I need to install some doors at my house. I've never done it before. A friend told me to make the rough opening for the door and frame larger than the actual door frame dimensions. This seems odd ...

Installation of a door sweep can help eliminate drafts beneath doors. Drill holes are marked for reference when installing a door sweep. Evident from its name, a door sweep attaches to the bottom edge ...

Q: It’s high time I install an automatic garage door opener. I have a two-car garage with a metal door in hinged sections. How do I get started? A: For your door, I recommend buying a ...