Sample Resources on Do-It-Yourself
Home Improvement Projects

Kitchens, Kitchens, and More Kitchens—Kitchen Remodeling from A-Z
There are few, if any, aspects of kitchen remodeling that aren't covered by this exhaustive site. Start with design trends and view dozens of the latest, most fashionable kitchen designs. Large, clear photos of Super Kitchen designs are sure to spark your imagination. Learn to estimate costs based on size and type of wood used. Plumbing and electrical cost estimate charts are also available. Learn how to measure and design to standard measurements. Remodeling your kitchen won't be free—learn what your financing options are and pick the one that's right for you. Learn design trends and cost estimates for appliances, cabinets, counter tops, faucets & sinks, floors, lighting, paint and wall paper, ventilation equipment, windows and window coverings.

Blue Mountain Wallcoverings
This is the site of Blue Mountain Wall Coverings Inc., the largest manufacturer and distributor of residential wallcoverings in North America. This site will give you instructions and tips on installation, preparation, removal, and care. A list of links covers a variety of wallpapering situations. A do-it-yourself section has design tips and trends, removal and preparation products, and removal and installation tips. You can also shop for wallpapers and borders, new collections, and specialty home décor with search tools and shopping carts. A search tool by zip code will let you find retailers, professional installers, and professional designers near you.

Would You Like to Learn How to Make Your Own Tabletop Indoor Fountains? Find Out Here!
Building your own tabletop indoor fountains doesn't have to be an intimidating experience. You can create your own stress-reducing object that you can place on your desk or in your home for lasting enjoyment. From looking for indoor fountain ideas to selecting a container and assembling the rocks or shells you will use as accents, you will get the information you need here. Install a pump and insert the plastic tubing, and your tabletop fountain is good to go! Take your time and experiment with different effects before you place your fountain where you are planning to display it.

Refinish Furniture.com
This site provide a lot of useful and free do-it-yourself information about furniture refinishing, antique restoration, wicker repair, picture frame restoration, custom picture reframing, kitchen cabinet refacing and repainting, unfinished furniture, and much more. There is a lot of "Basic Instruction" as well as advanced instructions. Different types of materials, tools, glues and accessories are covered in great detail. This is a good example of a commercial company selling product -- in this case Rockler -- which truly does provides a wealth of useful non-commercial information for consumers.

FloorsTransformed.com
A guide for the do-it-yourselfer on ceramic tile. The site contains tutorials with photographs and diagrams providing instructions on installing, repairing and caring for ceramic tile floors, walls, and countertops. The site includes information on the tools and hardware you'll need, and a ceramic tile calculator and material estimator. Also provided are a lit of home remodeling and ceramic tile books, how to install ceramic tile on a budget, video downloads, and a home improvement resource directory.