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Walls & Floors

Patch drywall, quiet squeaky floors, and recaulk like a pro.

  1. 01

    How to Recaulk a Bathtub or Shower (Clean Lines, No Mess)

    Fresh caulk makes a tired bathroom look new and keeps water out of the walls. Here's how to get clean, professional-looking lines.

    2 min
  2. 02

    How to Fix Nail Pops in Drywall

    Those small round bumps on walls and ceilings are nails backing out of the framing. Here's how to fix them so they don't pop again.

    2 min
  3. 03

    How to Fix a Squeaky Floor (Hardwood and Carpet)

    Floors squeak when boards rub against each other or the nails. Here's how to quiet them from below or from above, even through carpet.

    2 min
  4. 04

    How to Patch a Hole in Drywall (Small, Medium, and Large)

    Drywall holes look worse than they are. Here's the right patch for each size, from nail holes to fist-size damage, plus how to make it disappear under paint.

    2 min