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Old houses often need updates to make them feel more like home. Whether you have been in an old house for a while or you’ve just bought one that is in dire need of modern renovations, a few DIY projects can help make the home feel like new without compromising its old-school charm. From smart front door locks to modern storage solutions, here are a few easy, impactful projects to try. Smart Home Upgrades First, it’s easy to make your old home feel like new with select tech upgrades. From washers and dryers that send notifications to your phone to front door locks you can lock and unlock from anywhere with an internet connection, smart home upgrades can help streamline your life. Open your garage door from your phone, control the temperature of your water heater remotely, or change the temperature of your oven without leaving the couch. Exterior Renovations If the exterior of your home has seen decades of wear, consider renovating select features with modern, durable s...

Flipping a house isn’t easy. It takes a lot of work to spruce up a home to make it ready for sale. But with help from Menards®, flipping can be much easier. You can plan your upgrades, get the help you need from knowledgeable staff, and find high-quality products like decorative tiles for ceilings to upgrade the house and make it the best on the street. Plan Your Project Don’t know where to start or unsure which decorative tiles for ceilings will look best? Menards® can help with the Design & Buy system. You can easily design different projects online or in-store and then buy everything you need to get the job done. This tool allows you to visualize the project so you have a better idea of how the finished project will look. It’s an easy way to plan everything out and keep track of all the necessary supplies. See how Menards® has helped other DIYers with their fixer-uppers! Questions? The Friendly Menards® Team Is Ready to Help Are you not sure what the difference...

Are you looking to do an outdoor project? Whether it’s building a stone patio with a grill pit, revamping your deck, or just switching out your front door locks for something more high-tech, Menards® has everything you need to get the job done right. With their friendly employees and Design & Buy tool, it’s easy to find all of the materials and know-how you need to get the job done. Here are a few outdoor projects to tackle. Start your next outdoor DIY project at https://www.menards.com/ Contact Menards® at https://www.menards.com/main/help-center/contact-us/c-19293.htm A Patio or Deck for Entertaining A new deck or patio can do wonders for your outdoor experience. You might want a grill pit area, an outdoor dining setup, or just a peaceful place to relax outside. Whether building a new deck or renovating an existing one, consider deck boards composite instead of natural wood to reduce splinters and prevent cracking and splitting. You can also create a block patio w...

As summer slowly winds down, homeowners should start preparing for the cooler weather ahead. Handling a few preventive outdoor tasks while the days are still long can save time and reduce stress as fall quickly approaches. From cleaning your gutters to organizing your tools for the season, here are five fall home maintenance tips to keep your home looking great year after year. Clean Your Gutters Cleaning out your gutters at least twice a year is essential to protecting your home's foundation and landscape from water damage. This area can quickly collect leaves and debris, so use a gutter scooper or a vacuum gutter kit to clear it. Once it's clean, consider using a gutter cover to keep it clean for longer. Wash the Deck As outdoor activities slow down, consider moving outdoor furniture to a protected location, like a shed, garage, or basement, to protect it from weather and water damage. Now that your deck is clear, refresh your space by cleaning it with a powe...

Whether you’re looking for the perfect tiles for ceilings in different rooms of your house or want to create a relaxing multi-level patio, the Menards® My Project Gallery can help inspire you. It’s a place to share finished home projects and get inspired for your next project, seeing how other people have used Menards® tools and materials to give their home a DIY makeover. Find tools, supplies, and the My Project Gallery at  https://www.menards.com/ Contact Menards® at https://www.menards.com/main/help-center/contact-us/c-19293.htm Find Inspiration for Your Next Project You have the DIY experience, but you lack the inspiration. That’s where My Project Gallery comes in! You can browse tons of different projects and see what’s possible with tools and supplies from Menards®. Are you ready for a new deck? Are you debating whether to go with deck boards composite or natural wood? The My Project Gallery can help you decide and you can see what these materials look like in finished pr...

Making your home safer doesn’t have to be hard. Whether you’re expecting a baby, already have a toddler, have grandchildren, or just want to improve your home’s safety, there are projects you can do this summer. From using deck boards composite instead of wood for a deck to safely storing tools, try these DIY projects to keep yourself and guests safe.  A Deck with No Splinters Picture this: You’re walking around barefoot in the summer on your deck, getting ready to enjoy the sun, when you step on a splinter. It’s one of the disadvantages of a wooden deck. If you use composite deck boards instead, you get nearly all of the advantages of a wood deck without the disadvantages. Composite boards don’t rot, which can be another safety concern. They also don’t create splinters and don’t attract insects. It still weathers like wood, and is highly scratch-, fade-, and stain-resistant. Store Your Tools Safely Tools can be a hazard. Sharp saws, heavy hammers, and many other to...

If you join a gym every January only to cancel your membership during the busy summer months, you’re in good company! Living an active lifestyle is a common New Year’s resolution—but sticking to this goal can take a little help. The key to committing to this fitness-focused goal is to make exercise convenient and enjoyable. One of the best ways to fit the gym into your busy schedule is to bring the gym to you. Luckily, building a DIY home gym can be simple and easy with the right tools and project planning skills. Whether you want to create an elegant cardio room or a simple space for weightlifting, check out these three tips for building a home gym. Find the Right Flooring When you picture a gym, you might immediately envision weightlifting and cardio equipment. However, the flooring is one of the most important components of a safe and functional gym. If you plan on using an indoor space, such as a garage or spare bedroom, use durable, shock-absorbant flooring to protect your j...