When it comes to home improvement, you need information you can trust. Inside each issue of The Family Handyman, you’ll find see-and-solve expert repair techniques, a variety of projects for every room and step-by-step, do-it-yourself photos.
You could say that every issue of this magazine is an invitation. We welcome you in and put our hosting skills to work as we guide you through DIY projects, distill indispensable pro advice and tell a few personal stories along the way. Just as if we are throwing a gathering, we put a great degree of prep work and thoughtfulness into each issue. And this time, things are different—dare I say, even more inviting. We’re introducing a cover-to-cover redesign. What you’re looking at is a magazine transformed—a new house full of endless ideas and possibilities. Allow me to give you a quick tour. We’re opening each issue with a Now Trending page, which brings you an up-close look at a DIY or design trend that is on the rise and…
Sarah Keenleyside, landscape designer and co-host of Backyard Builds, reveals the making of a luxury retreat E ver think your yard could be a vacation destination? That was the dream of one family of four. With a $250,000 budget and the creative minds of Sarah Keenleyside and Brian McCourt, who co-host Backyard Builds, it came to fruition—no passport required. Here are key takeaways from the making of this “resort at home,” complete with a swimming pool, sunken lounge, outdoor kitchen, fire pit and lanai. See this project come to life in an episode of Backyard Builds on At Home with Family Handyman, and get more inspiration, by streaming the channel on Samsung TV Plus, The Roku Channel and more.…
Deeper colors in the bedroom are not only beautiful, but a science-backed lifestyle choice. “We’re constantly inundated with screens—so much so that environmental psychologists have identified the need to adjust the color scheme of our bedrooms to experience quality rest,” says Lauren Svenstrup, principal of Chicago-based Studio Sven. PRO TIP Try color pairing beyond the standard. Consider a mustard with your olive. The latest we’ve heard, seen, tested and tried…
Go Green with Blueland Blueland produces eco-friendly, plant-based cleaning products that reduce plastic waste, save space and are free of harsh fragrances and chemicals. As an organic gardener who cares deeply about the planet but also loves a spotless house, I jumped at the chance to test out their bestselling Clean Suite Kit. This starter set includes a tablet each for foaming hand soap, multisurface cleaner, bathroom cleaner, and glass and mirror cleaner; a large pouch of powder dish soap; 14 toilet cleaner tablets; 60 dishwasher tablets; and 60 laundry tablets. Reusable “forever” bottles and tins for the products—in beautiful minimalist designs—are also included. At home, the dishwasher tablets performed just as well as my name-brand detergent and even left less residue on my glassware. The fragrance-free glass and mirror…
Closets are a vital part of our daily routines, but their cluttered contents are often kept out of sight, out of mind. Try these ideas to pare down and spruce up your space. Soon enough, your closet will be an area of the home you look forward to using every day. GET INSPIRED Your New Favorite Room Here’s a demo-free way to expand your bedroom: Embrace your closet as a design opportunity. Incorporating wall colors, light fixtures and finishes that complement your bedroom decor makes the spaces cohesive and intentional.…
1. A Laundry Sorter You’ll Actually Use Ditch the mismatched plastic baskets and clunky lidded hampers that accumulate clothing everywhere but inside. The Neatfreak 2-Tier Vertical Rolling Laundry Sorter ($90 on Amazon) features two stacked lightweight, collapsible bins that are easy to remove and carry; alternatively, you can roll the whole assembly right into the laundry room. 2. Seating—with Storage Having a place to sit transforms a walk-in closet into a personal dressing room. The Convenience Concepts Designs4Comfort Round Shoe Storage Ottoman ($105 from Home Depot) has dedicated pockets for at least six pairs of shoes and room in the center for other items, hiding away clutter and offering a handy spot to lay out the day’s clothes. 3. Double-Duty Shelf Dividers Shelf accessories such as the mDesign Under Shelf…
