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Get inspired by The Home Depot Canada's home improvement ideas, buying guides and DIY projects. Find the tips and tricks you need to update and transform your home.
Appliances

The right appliance is what you need to make your kitchen and laundry room more stylish and functional. Learn how to choose the best appliances.
1. Best Clothes Dryers to Choose From
2. Best Dishwashers for Your Kitchen
3. Best Fridges to Choose From
4. Choosing the Best Cooktop
5. Choosing the Best Wall Oven
6. Cooking Range Buying Guide
7. Freezer Buying Guide
8. How to Choose a Washing Machine
9. How To Clean a Dishwasher
10. How to Clean a Dryer Vent
11. How to Clean a Front-Load Washing Machine
12. How to Clean a Glass Stove Top
Bath

Our bathroom ideas and how-tos will help you with your next bath project or makeover. Learn what you need for repairs or get inspired for your next bathroom renovation.
1. 10 Bathroom Design Ideas
2. 10 Bathroom Ideas on a Budget
3. Bathroom Renovation Ideas
4. Bathroom Storage & Organization Ideas
5. DIY Bathroom Mirror Frame
6. How to Build and Tile a Shower Niche
7. How to Choose a Bathroom Vanity
8. How to Choose Bathtub & Shower Faucets
9. How to Choose the Best Bathroom Faucet
10. How to Fix a Leaky Faucet
11. How to Fix a Running Toilet
12. How to Install a Bathroom Vanity
13. How to Install and Replace a Toilet
14. How to Paint a Bathroom Vanity
15. How to Remove a Toilet
16. How to Remove an Old Faucet
17. How to Renew and Reseal Bathroom Caulk
18. How to Replace a Toilet Flapper
19. How to Unclog a Toilet
20. How to Unclog Shower Drains
21. Installing a Pop-Up Drain
22. The Best Toilet for Your Bathroom
23. Which Bathtub Style is Right for You?
Best Lighting Ideas & Tips

Find inspiration, ideas and tips for choosing the lighting for each room. Our guides will help you find the best lighting solutions for your home.
1. Backyard Lighting Ideas
2. DIY String Light Pole
3. Garage Lighting Ideas
4. Home Office Lighting Ideas
5. How to Buy Light Fixtures
6. How to Buy Outdoor Lighting
7. How to Choose the Best Pot Light Types
8. How to Install Solar Landscape Lighting
9. How to Plan the Best Pot Lights Spacing
10. Light Bulb Types
Decking

Looking for backyard deck ideas, DIY deck projects or deck maintenance tips? Get all the information you need to tackle your next decking project like a pro.
1. Building Deck Stairs and Railing
2. Choosing the Best Decking Material
3. Deck Design & Inspiration
4. Free Deck Plans
  1. 12 x 12 Attached Deck
  2. Deck Plan: 10 x 10 Platform Deck
  3. Deck Plan: 12 x 10 Deck with Cut Corners
  4. Deck Plan: 12 x 12 Free-Standing Deck
  5. Deck Plan: 12 x 12 Octagon Free-standing Deck
  6. Deck Plan: 16 x 12 Deck Attached on Corner
  7. Deck Plan: 16 x 16 Hot Tub Deck
  8. Deck Plan: 24 x 24 Above-Ground Pool Deck
5. How To Build a Deck in 5 Steps
6. How to Build a Floating Deck
7. How to Build Deck Benches
8. How to Build Stair Stringers
9. How to Build Stairs with a Landing
10. How to Clean a Deck
11. How to Dig Deck Footings
12. How To Frame a Deck
13. How To Install Deck Boards
14. How To Install Deck Footings, Posts and Ledger
15. How to Install Railings on a Deck
16. How to Paint a Deck
17. How To Plan and Design a Deck
18. How to Pour Concrete Deck Footings
19. How to Repair a Deck
20. How to Stain a Deck
21. Laying Out Deck Footings
22. What is Composite Decking: Benefits & Colours
Digital Workshops

Need to tackle basic home repair and small projects? Get DIY help you can follow from home with our videos.
Décor

Find inspiration to make your home more welcoming and stylish with our décor ideas and get help for your next DIY décor project.
1. Accent Wall Ideas
2. Barn Wood DIY Feature Wall
3. Bed and Mattress Sizes: Buying Guide
4. Best Kids Playroom Ideas
5. Copper Pipe DIY Planter
6. DIY 3-Tier Hanging Planter
7. DIY Bar Cart
8. DIY Bed Frame
9. DIY Blanket Ladder
10. DIY Coat Rack
11. DIY Concrete Plant Stand
12. DIY Desk
13. DIY Dining Table
14. DIY Dog Bed
15. DIY Entryway Bench
16. DIY Headboard
17. DIY Laptop Stand
18. DIY Loft Bed
19. DIY Marbled Concrete Planters
20. DIY Modern Accent Wall
21. DIY Paint Can Lights
22. DIY Planter Box with Geometric Patterns
23. DIY Rock Painting
24. DIY Serving Trays
25. DIY Shiplap Accent Wall
26. DIY Shiplap Fireplace Wall
27. DIY Side Table
28. DIY Slat Wall
29. DIY TV Stand
30. DIY Wall Panelling
31. DIY Waterfall Bench
32. DIY Wine Rack
33. Dorm Room Ideas
34. Drilled Pumpkins with Lights
35. Easy DIY Faux Brick Wall
36. Easy DIY Halloween Decorations
37. Fall Décor Ideas For Your Porch
38. How to Apply Peel and Stick Wallpaper
39. How to Apply Polyurethane to Wood
40. How to Build a Bookcase
41. How to Build a DIY Cat Tree
42. How to Carve a Pumpkin
43. How to Choose Exterior Paint
44. How to Choose Interior Paint
45. How to Choose the Best Mattress Type
46. How to Choose the Right Electric Fireplace
47. How to Clean Paint Brushes and Rollers
48. How to Cover Dark Paint on Walls
49. How to Cut Crown Moulding
50. How to Hang a Picture
51. How to Hide Wires
52. How to Install Baseboards
53. How to Install Crown Moulding
54. How To Make a DIY Gift-Wrapping Station
55. How to Make a House Number Planter
56. How to Make a Live Edge Coffee Table
57. How to Make a Wooden Canadian Flag
58. How to Mount a TV on the Wall & Hide the Cables
59. How to Paint a Ceiling
60. How to Paint a Garage Floor with Epoxy
61. How to Paint a Wall
62. How to Paint Furniture with Chalk Paint
63. How to Paint Vinyl Siding
64. How to Prime Walls for Painting
65. How to Remove Wallpaper
66. How to Stain Wood
67. Laundry Room Makeover Ideas
68. Paint Ideas, Projects & Inspiration
69. Paint Storage & Disposal
70. Pumpkin Painting Ideas & Tips
71. Types of Moulding: How to Choose Trim Styles for Your Home
72. Wallpaper Inspiration & Design Ideas
73. What Is Chalk Paint & Why Use it?
Emergency Preparedness

Be prepared for any emergency with our helpful guides. Learn how to keep you and your family safe during floods, fires, tornados, hurricane and winter storms.
1. Fire Safety and Prevention
2. Fire Safety Workshop: Homeowner 101
3. Flood Preparedness and Clean-Up
4. Hurricane Preparedness and Clean-Up
5. Prepare Your Home for Winter Storms & Extreme Cold
6. Tornado Preparedness and Clean-Up
Fencing

Learn everything you need to know to buy, build or fix your fence. Bring style and safety together with our fence projects and tips.
1. How to Build a Shadowbox Wood Fence
2. How to Fix a Leaning Fence Post
3. How to Install & Set Fence Posts
4. How to Install Prefab Fence Panels
5. How to Plan for Fence Layout
6. What to Consider When Installing a Fence
Floors

Discover the perfect flooring option for each room for a beautiful and practical result. Learn how to install laminate, vinyl, carpet, tiles, and more!
1. Best Types of Flooring for Your Home
2. Carpet Types & How To Choose Your Carpet
3. How to Calculate Square Footage
4. How to Choose an Area Rug
5. How to Choose Laminate Flooring
6. How to Choose the Best Vinyl Flooring Type for Your Home
7. How to Choose Tile Flooring
8. How to Clean Carpet
9. How to Clean Hardwood Floors
10. How to Clean Laminate Floors
11. How to Clean Vinyl Floors
12. How to Grout Tile
13. How to Install Carpet Tiles
14. How to Install Ceramic Tile
15. How to Install Engineered Hardwood Floors with Glue
16. How to Install Engineered Hardwood Floors with Nails
17. How to Install Floating Engineered Hardwood Floor
18. How to Install Laminate & Engineered Hardwood Floors
19. How to Install Vinyl Plank Flooring
20. How to Lay Carpet with Tack Strips
21. How to Lay Tile
22. How to Refinish Hardwood Floors
23. How to Remove Carpet
24. How to Remove Ceramic Tile
25. How to Remove Wood Flooring
26. How to Set Tiles
27. How to Stop Squeaky Floors
28. How to Tile a Floor
29. Types of Hardwood Floors
Heating & Cooling

Learn how to choose heating and cooling products such as HVAC, water heaters, air conditioners and generators, so you're prepared for every season.
1. Best Tankless Water Heaters for Your Home
2. Best Water Heaters for Your Home
3. Choosing the Best Air Conditioner Option
4. Gas Furnace Prices and Installation Cost
5. Generator Buying Guide
6. How Much Does it Cost to Install an Air Conditioner?
7. How to Choose an Air Purifier
8. How to Choose the Best Ceiling Fan
9. How to Select the Right Ceiling Fan Direction in Summer and Winter
10. Types of HVAC Systems & Troubleshooting
Holiday

Get inspired by our Christmas décor ideas and DIY projects. Pick out your Christmas tree, decorate it for the holidays and make your home as festive as can be!
1. Best Christmas Wreath Ideas
2. Choosing the Best Artificial Christmas Tree
3. Christmas Centrepiece DIY
4. Christmas Centrepiece Ideas
5. Christmas Lights Guide & Tips
6. Christmas Mantel Décor Ideas for a Festive Fireplace
7. Christmas Porch Decoration Ideas & Tips
8. Christmas Tree Recycling Ideas
9. Christmas Wreaths & Garlands: Types and Tips
10. DIY Advent Calendar
11. DIY Christmas Sign
12. DIY Christmas Stocking Holder Stand
13. DIY Christmas Tree Stand
14. How to Decorate a Christmas Tree
15. How To Hang Outdoor Christmas Lights
16. How to Make a Christmas Card Holder
17. How to Make a Christmas Urn
18. Outdoor Christmas Decoration DIY
19. Outdoor Christmas Décor Ideas
20. Real Christmas Trees Vs Artificial Christmas Trees
21. Types of Christmas Trees & Care Tips
Home Repair & Maintenance

With our simple tips and tricks, we’ll help you make short work of your next repair or home maintenance project.
1. Basement Subfloor Insulation Tips
2. Draft-proof Your Home
3. Drywall Finishing
4. Electrical Wire Types & Colour Codes
5. Flooded Basement: How to Prevent It
6. GAF Lifetime Roofing System
7. House Siding Options
8. How to Caulk and Use a Caulking Gun
9. How to Clean Bricks
10. How to Clean Gutters
11. How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs
12. How to Install Drywall
13. How to Insulate an Attic
14. How to Insulate Exterior Walls From the Inside
15. How to Insulate Your Basement
16. How to Insulate Your Ceiling
17. How to Patch Drywall
18. How to Remove Popcorn Ceilings
19. How to Repair a Small Hole in Drywall
20. How to Repair Potholes in Asphalt Driveway
21. How to Seal a Driveway
22. How to Use Expanding Foam Insulation
23. How to Winterize a House: Checklist
24. Installing Loose-fill Attic Insulation
25. Insulating a Crawlspace
26. Plan Your Basement Renovation
27. Resurface Your Concrete Driveway
28. Seal Windows with Foam Insulation
29. Spring Cleaning Tips
30. Types of Concrete Mix
31. Types of Insulation & R-Value Insulation Chart
32. Types of Ladders
33. Types of Lumber and Plywood
34. Types of Pipes
35. Types of Roofing Materials
Kitchen Ideas & Tips

Let us help you plan for your dream kitchen, with makeover ideas and tips for choosing new countertops and cabinets. Install a new kitchen backsplash, and more today!
1. Best Kitchen Layout Ideas
2. Cost to Install a Kitchen Countertop
3. DIY Kitchen Island
4. DIY Spice Rack
5. How to Buy Kitchen Cabinets
6. How to Choose a Kitchen Faucet
7. How to Design a Small Kitchen
8. How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies
9. How to Install a Kitchen Faucet
10. How to Install Backsplash Tiles
11. How to Install Countertops
12. How to Paint Countertops to Look Like Granite
13. How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets
14. How to Personalize Your Kitchen
15. How to Replace a Kitchen Sink and Faucet
16. How to Replace a Sink Sprayer
17. Kitchen Renovation Ideas
18. Kitchen Storage & Organization Ideas
19. Types & Materials of Kitchen Countertops
20. Water Filtration Systems for Your Home
21. What Is Kitchen Cabinet Refacing?
Outdoors

Whether it's gardening, decorating your patio or choosing outdoor power equipment, we're here to help you with ideas and DIY tips for your outdoor projects.
1. Lawn & Garden Ideas
2. Outdoor Living
3. Outdoor Power Equipment
4. Patio
Save Energy

Save energy and save money by installing LED lighting, weather stripping your windows & doors, and reducing overall energy consumption with our tips & guides.
Seasonal

Prepare your home to withstand the changing seasons and get advice & ideas to protect your yard and save energy. Maintain your indoor and outdoor spaces whether it’s spring, summer, fall or winter.
1. Get Ready for Fall
2. Outdoor Summer Projects
3. Preparing For Winter
4. Spring
Smart Home
1. How to Install a Smart Doorbell
2. Smart Home Technology & Smart Home Products
3. Tips to Keep Your Home Safe with Smart Devices
Spring Break Kids Workshops
Storage & Organization Ideas and Tips

Looking for storage ideas that can keep your home organized at all times? We have many tips and storage solutions for different parts of your home.
1. Closet Storage and Shelving Ideas
2. DIY Cardboard Playhouse for Kids
3. DIY Exercise Equipment Storage Rack
4. DIY Floating Shelves
5. DIY Industrial Media Console
6. DIY Jewellery Organizer
7. DIY Modular Crate Shelves
8. DIY Pegboard & Pegboard Shelves
9. DIY Rebar Wall Organizer
10. DIY Toy Storage Bench
11. DIY Wood Crate Charging Station
12. DIY Wooden Toolbox
13. DIY Workbench
14. Garage Storage and Organization Ideas
15. How to Build a Closet Organizer from Scratch
16. How to Build Freestanding Open Shelves
17. How to Install a Closet Organizer
18. Laundry Room Storage & Organization Ideas
19. Moving Checklist
Tool Guides: Types and Tips

Don't let the tools scare you away from starting your next DIY project. Let us guide you on how to choose the right tool for any job you decide to tackle.
1. Air Compressor & Air Tools
2. Band Saws vs. Table Saws
3. Best Tools for New Homeowners
4. Chainsaw Comparison
5. Circular Saw Guide
6. Common Methods for Joining Wood
7. Cordless Power Tool Combo Kits
8. Different Nail Types and Their Uses
9. Different Types of Drill Bits
10. Different Types of Screws and Their Uses
11. How to Drill into Concrete
12. How to Read a Tape Measure
13. How to Remove a Stripped Screw
14. How to Use a Circular Saw
15. How to Use a Drill
16. How to Use a Nail Gun
17. How to Use an Adjustable Wrench
18. How to Use An Orbital Sander
19. Mitre Saw Guide
20. Reciprocating Saws vs. Jig Saws
21. Sanders & Grinders
22. Types of Bolts, Nuts and Washers
23. Types of Drills
24. Types of Hinges for Doors and Cabinets
25. Utility Knives & Blades
26. Wood Router
27. Woodworking Project Ideas
Videos

Watch Home Depot Canada's videos, get inspired and find ideas and tips for your next home improvement project.
1. Add Character to Your Ceiling
2. Add Drama to Interior Doors
3. Build a Mudroom Bench
4. Choosing a GAF Roofing System
5. Choosing the right carpet style
6. Choosing the Right Countertop
7. Choosing the right front door: fibreglass
8. Choosing the right hardwood flooring
9. CHOOSING THE RIGHT HOUSEHOLD WATER FILTERATION SYSTEM
10. Choosing the right interior door: Masonite solidoor
11. Choosing the Right Kitchen Backsplash
12. Choosing the Right Kitchen Sink
13. Choosing the right laminate flooring
14. Choosing the right tile
15. Choosing the Right Under Sink Water Filtration System
16. Choosing the right vinyl flooring
17. Choosing the Right Windows
18. Create a Festive Front Porch
19. Create Custom Window Coverings
20. Decorate With Wallpaper Panels
21. Design a Stylish Craft Station or Desk
22. Dress Up a Fireplace and Mantel
23. Enhance Your Home's Curb Appeal
24. Fire Safety
25. GAF Roofing System
26. How Smart Homes Increase Home Security
27. How Smart Homes Make Life Easier
28. How Smart Homes Save Energy
29. How to Build a 3-tier Planter Box
30. How to build a container or basket
31. HOW TO BUILD A DECK PART 1: PLANNING
32. HOW TO BUILD A DECK PART 2: TOOLS & MATERIALS
33. HOW TO BUILD A DECK PART 3: FRAMING
34. HOW TO BUILD A DECK PART 4: INSTALLING DECKING BOARDS
35. HOW TO BUILD A DECK PART 5: STAIRS & RAILINGS
36. How To Build A Gate
37. How To Build A Partition Wall
38. How to Build a Planter Box
39. How to Build a Storage Bench
40. How to Build a Vertical Garden
41. How to Build Stairs to a Deck
42. How to Create a Decorative Holiday Urn
43. How to Grout a Tiled Floor
44. How to Hang a Picture
45. How to Install a Barn Door
46. How to Install a Bathroom Vanity
47. How to Install a Faucet
48. How to Install a Kitchen Backsplash
49. How to Install a Toilet
50. How to install Allure Gripstrip Flooring
51. How to Install an Interior Door
52. How to Install Ceramic or Porcelain Tile
53. How to Install Door Weatherstripping
54. How To Install Hardwood Flooring
55. How to Install Laminate Flooring
56. How to Install Locking Vinyl Plank
57. How to Install Patio Stones
58. How to Insulate a Basement Wall
59. How to Maintain Your Snowblower
60. How to Measure for a New Cooktop
61. How to Measure for a New Refrigerator
62. How to Measure for a New Wall Oven
63. How to Paint a Room
64. How to Patch Drywall
65. How to plan your basement renovation
66. How to Prep your Home for Winter: Exterior
67. How to Prep your Home for Winter: Interior
68. How to Prep Your Lawn for Winter
69. How To Reduce Home Energy Costs
70. How to Remove and Install Shower Tiles
71. How to Repair a Faucet
72. How To Repair A Fence
73. How to Replace a Broken Ceramic Tile
74. How to Replace a Kitchen Sink
75. How to Replace a Window Screen
76. How to Replace Door Hardware
77. How to Repot a Plant
78. HOW TO SEAL A DRIVEWAY
79. How To Set Fence Posts
80. How to Set Up a Quick Connect Christmas Tree
81. How to Set Up an Outdoor Holiday Light Show
82. How To Stain a Deck
83. How to Tape and Mud Drywall
84. How to Tile a Backsplash
85. How To Trim Trees and Shrubs
86. How To Tune a Lawnmower
87. Husky - 1/2 Ratchet - Anchor Test
88. Husky - Adjustable Wrench - Chopper Test
89. Husky - Linesman Pliers - Dangle Test
90. Husky - Palm Sander - Stein Test
91. Husky - Reactionless Ratchet - Spikes Test
92. Husky - Tool bag - Drag test
93. Husky- Screwdriver - Downpour test
94. Kitchen Cabinet Refacing: Before & After
95. La bonne affaire Home Depot
  1. Allure IsoCore
  2. Behr Marquee® Interior Paint & Primer
  3. Dekton® Countertops
  4. DRIcore Subfloor R+
96. Lutron Caseta Starter Kit
97. Lyric Round Thermostat from Honeywell
98. Master the Technique of Ombré Wall Painting
99. My Q Garage
100. Nest Cam IQ Indoor Security Camera
101. Nest Cam Outdoor Security Camera
102. Nest Protect Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm
103. Nest Thermostat E
104. Quick tips for growing herbs
105. Quick Tips: 3 Ways to Hang Holiday Tree Lights
106. Quick Tips: An Outdoor Storage Solution
107. Quick Tips: Dishwasher Savings Tips
108. Quick Tips: Eliminate Grass Build Up from Your Mower
109. Quick Tips: Energy-Efficient LED Bulbs
110. Quick Tips: Enrich Your Compost
111. Quick Tips: Fall Preparation Tips
112. Quick Tips: Fight Outdoor Pests
113. Quick Tips: Fill Unsightly Driveway Cracks Quickly
114. Quick Tips: Filling a Large Plant Container
115. Quick Tips: Give Your Veggies Extra Crunch
116. Quick Tips: Grill Cleanup Made Easy
117. Quick Tips: Holiday Decorating Tips
118. Quick Tips: Home Accents Holiday Lights
119. Quick Tips: How to Shape an Artificial Tree
120. Quick Tips: Lawnmower Maintenance Tip
121. Quick Tips: Martha Stewart LivingTM Holiday Lights
122. Quick Tips: Painting a Wall Evenly
123. Quick Tips: Prepare Your Home for Holiday Entertaining
124. Quick Tips: Prevent Grill Grime
125. Quick Tips: Protect Plants With Mulch
126. Quick Tips: Protecting Doorknobs While Painting
127. Quick Tips: Refrigerator Efficiency Test Tip
128. Quick Tips: Removing a Broken Light Bulb
129. Quick Tips: Renew Old Patio Furniture
130. Quick Tips: Repairing a Window Screen
131. Quick Tips: Save Energy with Holiday LED Lights
132. Quick Tips: Selecting Healthy Plants
133. Quick Tips: Transferring Plants from Pots to Ground
134. Quick Tips: Washer Cycle Savings Tip
135. Quick Tips: Winter Preparation Tips
136. Ryobi One+
137. Schlage Century Connect
138. Select the Best Hardwood Floors for Your Home
139. Smart Home Essentials
140. Update Your Kitchen in a Weekend
141. Updating Your Kitchen Cabinets Part 1: Overview
142. Updating Your Kitchen Cabinets Part 2: Prep
143. Updating Your Kitchen Cabinets Part 3: Paint
144. Using Smartphone-controlled Applights
145. What are the best plants for full sun and shade
146. What do I need to know to grow vegetables
147. What is Google Home?
148. When should I move my plants indoors
149. When to plant Annuals and Perennials
Windows & Doors: Ideas and Tips

Learn how to combine style and quality when choosing the perfect windows, doors or garage doors for your home.
1. How to Install Sliding Barn Doors
2. Door Lock Safety Workshop: Homeowner 101
3. Front Door Buying Guide
4. How Much Do Blinds Cost to Install?
5. How Much Do Patio Door Blinds Cost to Install?
6. How Much Does a Garage Door Cost to Install?
7. How Much Does It Cost to Install Doors?
8. How Much Does Window Replacement Cost?
9. How to Build an Outdoor Privacy Screen
10. How to Change a Door Lock
11. How to Choose Garage Doors & Openers
12. How to Clean Windows
13. How to Install Blinds
14. How to Install Window Weather Stripping
15. How to Maintain a Garage Door Opener
16. How to Measure Doors
17. How to Measure Windows
18. How to Measure Windows for Blinds
19. How to Order Blinds & Shades
20. How to Remove and Install Door Threshold
21. How to Replace a Window Screen
22. How to Set Up a Smart Garage Door Opener
23. Interior Door Styles & Types
24. Types of Window Coverings
25. Window Buying Guide
Workshops

Register for FREE in-person Kids Workshops. Join us at 8:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. the second Saturday of each month at your local Home Depot store. Each child will bring home a project and pin.