Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A staircase leading up from a door on a plain wall Understanding if a wall is load-bearing or not is vital to the integrity of ...

You'll want to know how to tell if a wall is load-bearing before you remove or alter it to merge rooms, add space, or rethink your home's layout. Several clues can help you determine this, even ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Removing load-bearing walls is an important design tool for creating an open-plan house with fewer ...

Question: I would like to have a wall in my home removed. How do I get started? Answer: Often times, homeowner’s aim to update their home to create bigger spaces and better views to the outdoors. The ...

Dear Pat: I see these makeover shows on television. I want to open up my kitchen to the family room, and it would be fun to knock out the wall myself. Someone said to be careful of bearing walls. What ...

Building a wall is but one of many tasks involved with the construction of a room addition or an extensive remodel. Knowing a few "whys" and "hows" about the assembly can simplify the process and ...