Steve Cory

STEVE CORY is a freelance writer and photographer who specializes in detailed how-to projects. He has written extensively for Lowe’s, STANLEY, Creative Homeowner, The Home Depot, and others. Cory is also the author of Trim: A Homeowner’s Guide (The Taunton Press, 2015) and Building Kitchen Cabinets and Bathroom Vanities (The Taunton Press, 2015). He lives in Chicago.

Fixing Toilet Fill-Valve and Flush-Valve Problems
Some toilet valves can be repaired, others must be replaced; here's how.
Installing a Dishwasher
To hook up a new dishwasher you'll need to connect the drain line, the water-supply line, and the electrical line.
Installing an Under-Sink Water Filter
Follow these basic steps to add a dedicated drinking-water faucet to your kitchen sink.
3 Simple Ways to Connect New Water Fixtures
Consider one of these alternative methods for supplying water when adding new kitchen appliances in an existing home.
Installing a Sump Pump
Follow these guidelines to set up a basement sump pump.
Installing a Garbage Disposal
Follow these steps to hook up a standard household garbage disposal.
Connecting an Ice Maker
Running and connecting the water line for an ice maker is a DIY-friendly project.
Installing a Drop-In Sink
Careful measuring and cutting of the hole in your countertop are the keys to success when adding a new sink.
Picture-Frame Window Casing
Installing mitered window casing without a stool or an apron is relatively simple, as long as everything is square. If not, you'll need to make some adjustments.
Window Casing with a Fillet
Adding a protruding bead under the top piece of casing adds a distinctive touch to traditional window trim.

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