Most people have great home improvement ideas that they would love to do around their home. Just the thought of tools and zoning permits can be frightening to newcomers. You may want to know how you can gather the information you need to make it simpler. In this article, you will find some great tips to get you started on any home improvement!

Patch the holes in your walls with toothpaste! Yes, this is definitely a temporary cover up but it works to hide an ugly hole until you can come up with the materials for a more permanent fix. Use white toothpaste and trowel it into the hole with a butter knife.

Cover your door knobs, hinges and other hardware with petroleum jelly before painting. It is an easy way to insure they don’t get covered in paint. All you have to do when you are finished painting is …