Home Improvement Blog
Johnson’s Ace Hardware wants to help you on your home renovation journey. Check out the following articles in our DIY home improvement blog with inspiring tips and advice on creating your dream home or backyard. Whether you’re updating a single room or planning a full-scale remodel, our blog offers practical guidance, tool recommendations, seasonal project ideas, and budget-friendly solutions to help you get started. From paint prep to patio upgrades, each post is designed to make DIY feel doable, no matter your experience level.
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How to Get Green Grass in Summer Heat
Lush, green grass is what people associate with summer–it’s what people picture around backyard barbecues, kids playing outside, or next to a pool on a hot day. The reality is that green grass actually struggles in summer. While it’s the time we want that vibrant...
How to Spray Paint: Johnson’s Ace Hardware Step-By-Step Guide
Among the many home DIY renovation tasks, spray painting is one of the most fun to do. However, don’t get it wrong, or else it can be a mess of a job! So, how to spray paint the correct way? And how long does it take for spray paint to dry? Learn more about spray...
Spring Yard Cleanup & Gardening: Plants to Plant in Spring
Spring marks the end of the cold season and the start of growth and renewal. As daylight and temperature rise, natural life is revitalized. Welcome spring by cleaning up your yard and planting plants to add color to your home. Continue reading to learn more about...
How To Create An Annual Home Maintenance Plan For Pittsburgh Homeowners
One of the perks of living in Pittsburgh is getting to experience all four seasons—snowy winters, wet springs, warm summers, and crisp, colorful falls. But while it’s great for scenery, the constant changes in weather conditions, temperature, and moisture can be tough...
Garage Remodel Tips: How to Upgrade and Organize Your Garage This Winter
Garage remodeling is a task homeowners must keep up regularly to avoid a cluttered, unpleasant garage. Just imagine letting things be without any organization or a regular cleaning regimen. Leaving your garage untouched for an extended period will only make the chore...
2026 Home Improvement Trends We’re Seeing
As we delve deeper into the modern world and innovation, trends are becoming increasingly exciting. The 2026 home improvement trends are an example. From tech-integrated patios to high-efficiency appliances to environment-focused solutions like sustainable building...
Pittsburgh Winter Lawn Care: Keep Your Grass Healthy All Season Long
Winter isn’t an ideal season for plant life. The cold weather and shorter days cause plants to enter a dormant state, where they work to conserve energy. That’s why, during the winter, you see many plants are leafless or bare. Although natural plants have their own...
How to Have a Fun and Safe Halloween Night for Your Neighborhood
For many, particularly kids, Halloween night is the most anticipated part of the year. This is the time when the family gets to have fun and become whatever they want to be. However, to keep the fun going, you want to celebrate in the safest manner possible. Below, we...
List Of Tools Everyone Should Own
There’s a reason why the title includes everyone. We know that not everyone is a natural handyman, but having a basic handymen's toolbox list is something every household needs. From hanging a new picture frame to tightening a loose chair leg, this basic handyman...
How To Keep Bugs Away In Pittsburgh
Imagine enjoying a backyard barbecue with loved ones or sipping coffee and reading a book on the porch, only to have a swarm of bugs suddenly invade your space. In seconds, that serene, chill vibe is gone. Unfortunately, however, this scenario is all too common in...