Matching wood stain on sun-damaged panels
Matching wood stain can be a vexing problem, but advice from a pro can help you find the perfect color.
Time-tested exterior painting secrets
You shouldn't cut corners when applying paint to your home, from ensuring the surface is totally clean to using the best paint available.
Key questions to ask before installing solar panels
Start by calculating the return on your investment, and don't let emotions dictate your decision.
Ask the Builder: Believe in your own DIY powers
Do you need inspiration to tackle those home projects? Start with a belief in your own abilities.
Ask the Builder: Using the humble plumbing loop vent for kitchen islands
A loop vent system is a time-tested plumbing solution for kitchen island sinks.
Ask the Builder: Why your deck is like a toddler
Do you own anything made of wood that lives its life outdoors? It could be a stunning deck, perhaps a decorative privacy fence, maybe a...
Looking to save money on your exterior house project? Try a little DIY
It can be intimidating, but it’s never been easier to tackle a larger home project yourself.
Ask the Builder: Fluffy salt crystals are not mold
Many homeowners who worry they have mold growing on their concrete, bricks or basement walls might simply be looking at efflorescence.
Maintain a healthy home by keeping out sewer gases
Sewer gas is caused by the decomposition of waste in your pipes. It’s toxic and can cause severe illness if you’re exposed to enough of...
Built-in bookshelves are a practical and attainable DIY project
Will our homes always need bookshelves, or will they go the way of the laundry chute and other outdated built-ins?