Recently, a reader asked us, if we had any suggestions or explanation for the crumbling wood window frames on her 1887 home. Though we can’t promise an easy fix to the problem, we can offer an idea of what is causing it, and what it will take to address the underlying issues that are causing …
So it’ll be awhile before I’m in the market for a new oven, but if you’re ready to buy one, be prepared: There are a number of decisions to make before you fork over the cash. To guarantee your oven fits your needs, ask yourself these five questions: How much room do I have to …
I don’t recall the first year when we decided to purchase a live tree. I do know that it is now central to our holiday celebration, as the selection of a tree has become a family tradition. The prep process we use is not quite ‘by guess and by golly’, but pretty darn close. We …
Whether you are selecting a farm-cut tree or a pre-cut tree you want to choose a tree that will last through the holidays. Here are some tips for choosing the right tree: Let there be light!Buying your tree off a lot? If you are shopping for one after work, make sure the lot is well …
Your bathroom pipes have been leaking lately, and your shower head seems to be clogged up. Since you just retired, this is the time to handle such issues and work on more home improvement projects. However, you have limited financial resources and need to come up with the capital to work on these projects. Luckily, …
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(If you’re one of the unfortunate souls stuck with carpeting in your bathroom, this article can help you make it work.) But what other options do you have for bathroom flooring? You’d be surprised by the variety on the market today. Here are a few of your choices: Solid HardwoodIt may look fantastic, but solid …
Some people love vacuuming, and others don’t care much about it. However, everyone agrees that excellent vacuuming is the secret to a spotless, and clean home. That’s the reason every homeowner needs to get hooked up with the best pet vacuum cleaner to help them get rid of the pet dander and hair that Meatball …
Whether you love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. And while I don’t necessarily appreciate the amped-up mushiness the holiday promotes (ick), I do enjoy casually decorating for it. Oh, and I especially love all the candy that goes on sale February 15. Conversation hearts, anyone? But seriously, back to …
Plain, painted walls can be boring. Wallpaper is a pain to apply, maintain, and remove. But there’s another option. Stenciling. (see also garage floor sealing) We’re not talking about a return to your fifth grade art class here. Stenciling allows for almost limitless choices and variations—not only in the design of the stencil itself (if …
