Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. When installed correctly, baseboards add a homey feel to your space. But when there are gaps between or cracks in the boards, they can be frustrating to ...

Contractor using a caulking gun along a baseboard - Aquaarts Studio/Getty Images When you think of a home renovation project, tasks like painting the walls and installing new fixtures might be the ...

Even though we love how it creates a clean, attractive finish following a remodel, it's safe to say most of us would rather watch paint dry than be the ones to put it on the wall. It isn't just that ...

Note: For less flexible baseboard, the best solution is to simply fill any gaps with caulk. Select a premium acrylic latex caulk ($3-plus per tube) that says “paintable” on the label. Force the caulk ...

Being able to install baseboards yourself (or skirting boards as they are known in the UK) is such a useful DIY skill to have. It's amazing the impact that new baseboards can have on a room, ...

Q: I would like to update the wooden rails, banisters and baseboard in my home. The wood is stained, and I would like to paint over it with a nice accent color. Is this a DIY project? A: This project ...

Last weekend, I had the good fortune to show my son how to install wood baseboard and interior door casing. We’re in the final stages of finishing over 1,000 square feet of living space in the ...

Johnathan C. Brewer II is a licensed general contractor specializing in kitchen, bath remodels and general construction with two decades of professional experience. He is also the owner of Brewer ...

If you want to give your room a new life, try painting your baseboards. They can get scuffed and worn down over time making your room look outdated. Painting your baseboards is not difficult if you ...