Anyone can paint, but not everyone can paint well. Avoid these common mistakes on your next painting project. 1. Tone it down. If you’re considering a bold, vivid color for a big project, think about going a couple of shades lighter. Viewing colors on a small paint swatch can give a different visual impact [...]

By Matt Weber         Deck construction is an evolving art. Every year new materials are introduced, technology advances, tools are innovated, and building codes get updated. In this issue, EHT offers an update for the deck builder, to keep both professionals and DIY’ers abreast of what’s now required, what’s now available, and how to get the project [...]

Surgical Repair of a Rotten Sill, Trim and Siding. By Matt Weber Wooden windows have a classic architectural appeal but require a lot of work to keep them in good condition. Maintenance chores such as repainting and re-sealing the windows can not only improve their appearance but also protect against weather exposure. Whether due to poor maintenance or shoddy installation, [...]

When it’s time to hit the hard stuff—tile—keep these tips in mind for a successful installation. By Matt Weber       Tile has been around for thousands of years, and modern materials provide hundreds of design options. Not only does tile afford the installer a lot of creativity in the finished look of the project, but as a flooring [...]

Installing Shaker-style Crown Molding with Rope Lighting By Rob Robillard     Ever since I installed rope lighting behind crown molding during a 2004 remodeling project, I’ve wanted an opportunity to do it again. Now seven years later, I finally got my chance. The project pictured is my screen porch. I spend countless hours on this porch, working, relaxing and [...]

By Larry Walton   When we were kids we could make use of small spaces throughout the house for forts and games of hide and seek. Into the teen years some of these same areas came in handy to stash… Well, let’s just say we made use of storage opportunities that may have been overlooked by our less imaginative family [...]