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Installing A Door Using Barn Style Door Hardware
Construction How-To, Doors, Projects, Windows & Doors
By Larry Walton Photos by Mark Walton
Repairing Faux Stone
Construction How-To, Projects, Stone and Concrete
The front steps of our project house had two problems: They were ugly and dangerous. We needed to make them pretty and safe.
YARDMAX® CAUSES A STIR LAUNCHING NEW LINE OF CONCRETE MIXERS
Home Improvement Industry News and Updates, Home Improvement Products, Home Improvement Tools, Hot Products, Latest Home Improvement Products, Masonry/Stone, News and Updates, Outdoor power equipment, Tool Reviews, Tools
YARDMAX®, a manufacturer of innovative, high-quality outdoor power equipment (OPE), announced today the availability of its new line of YARDMAX Concrete Mixers, available in 1.6 cu. ft. and 4.0 cu. ft. varieties. These durable mixers are easy to assemble and operate, standing up to any small- to medium-size job and delivering rugged performance […]
Patch a Popcorn Ceiling
Construction How-To, Projects, Remodeling
By Matt Weber Water leaks are house killers, and this drywall repair story is testament to that. Act fast at the first sign of a water problem, because chances are good the leak has existed for a while before you’ve discovered it. This means that damage which has already occurred might […]
Fan-tastic Bath Venting Tips
Bath, Construction How-To, Projects, Remodeling
Circulate fresh air and get rid of unwanted moisture. By Rob Robillard Prior to and even during a bathroom remodel, I often have conversations about tile and fixture layout, style and finish. But the conversation seldom leads to discussion of bathroom ventilation, issues like CFMs, minimizing ductwork and the placement of external heads and […]
Install a Wood-Plank Ceiling
Construction How-To, Projects, Remodeling
What to Consider when Hanging Flooring Overhead By Matt Weber
Install a Whole-House Water Filter
Construction How-To, Plumbing - Directory, Projects
By Merle Henkenius If your home’s drinking water has an unpleasant taste or is occasionally cloudy, an inline water filter is often an easy and inexpensive fix. Private water wells can deliver off-tasting water and waterborne sediment. Accumulating sediment can short-out electric water heaters and reduce the efficiency of gas water heaters. Although […]
Tips for Selecting a Garage Door
Garages, Outdoor Living, Projects
Timeless woodgrain carriage house styles. Colorful attention-grabbing contemporary accents. Statement-making designs with eye-catching appeal. Experts at Haas Door recommend that homeowners open themselves—and their garage doors—up to the potential for endless possibilities of enhancing the curb appeal of their homes. “The garage door is a focal point of many home exteriors so it’s […]
Installing New Brake Rotors and Pads
Automotive, Automotive, automotive
By Larry Walton Brakes: Few would dispute their importance on any vehicle, but the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT shown in this article can really give a braking system a workout. The Grand Cherokee has the capability to do some serious off-roading, which requires solid, precise braking. But more often these machines are […]
Upgrade your Deck
Construction How-To, Decks, Decks, Outdoor Living, Projects
Quality treated wood and a hidden-fastener system give an old deck a facelift. When it came time to replace some rotted deck boards on a recent project, we chose to use high-quality, Above-Ground treated lumber and a hidden-fastener system to achieve a smooth nail-free surface that’s rot-resistant and friendly to bare feet. Here’s […]
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