A home’s HVAC system plays a crucial role in daily comfort, yet many homeowners overlook its impact until problems arise. Outdated systems can become inefficient
By Clint C. Thomas, Esq., Photographs By Zoe Thomas My wife and I decided to replace our existing bathroom floor with ceramic tile in order
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Add a bump-out window for better light and ventilation.
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By Monte Burch Butcher-block kitchen countertops have traditionally been very popular and these days are often used as companion tops with other materials, such as
Infinity Drain, the manufacturer at the forefront of architectural and decorative drains, is delighted to present a comprehensive overview of the latest trends shaping the
A professional remodeler offers tips for planning a basement.
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Brooke Russell, a Michigan-based professional designer and social influencer at @Brooke.Casa.Del.Sol selected Beach House Shake, the authentic composite shingle, for her coastal-inspired lakeside cottage as
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By Leah Tuttleman If you’re eager to take on a remodeling project but don’t know where to start, the bathroom is the perfect small space
Infinity Drain® Defines Seven Leading Bathroom Trends of 2023 Infinity Drain, the manufacturer at the forefront of architectural and decorative drains announces key design concepts,
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The Hamptons style started in New York in the United States. Along its coastal region in the 19th century was a lone series of angling
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Ceramic tile allows the flexibility to create one-of-a-kind designs for walls, floors and countertops. The wide range of tile styles, shapes and colors means the
New Stair Treads in No Time—Here’s How to Do It … By Matt Weber
By Rob Robillard Using pre-made cabinets in your kitchen remodel is a great way to save on construction costs. With the right techniques, you can
A step-by-step tutorial on constructing a stair case
Laminate countertops are attractive, affordable and you can install the material yourself.
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Converting a Storage Room into a Bathroom, DIY Style Problem DIY influencer Sammy Pampani has turned what was once a hobby into a full-on passion
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A Step-by-Step DIY Guide to Building with DuPont™ Corian® By David Hugh Building your own kitchen countertops can be a very gratifying project, as they
Tuck your washer and dryer behind Johnson’s 138FB Sliding Bypass Door Hardware. Now you can create a sleek alternative to your laundry room without sacrificing
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Professional painting results come from careful planning and prep work. DIY’ers should take a cue from the pros and think through every phase of the
Tando®, a brand of Derby Building Products, announces Beach House Shake’s Atlantica has been named a Top 100 Product for 2020 by Professional Remodeler magazine.
Sleek and graceful, stairways replicating waterfalls by using Metal Panel Systems are one of the hottest trends in the building industry. Designed with a flowing
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Thanks to a four-season entertainment room, poolside parties happen throughout the year at the Hardwick home in Kokomo, Ind. Created with two durable, almost all-glass
How do you transform a dull, brown stucco home exterior into a neighborhood showpiece? If you’re Greg Garrett, you hand-stencil a faux brick pattern on
Imagine inheriting a 1962 home that had never been renovated. Where do you start to make your mark? If you’re Stacey Cidlevicz, you start in
Check out these amazing new roofs from our friends at DaVinci Roofscapes. Black Oak Perfect Match for Missouri Homeowner Village of Loch Lloyd, Missouri-
HAMILTON, ONTARIO – Start 2020 off the right way by saying farewell to boring walls and ugly tiles. During the dreary days of winter, tackle
For over 30 years, Create-A-Bed has been making the Hideaway-style Murphy Bed not only safer, but easier to build, use, and adjust for the do-it-yourselfer.
A countertop is among the most prominent features of a kitchen or bathroom, the work surface around which all activities revolve. Because it’s such a
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From post to vaulted ceiling-plus a really regal railing By Mark Clement I could write entire articles on the individual phases of this porch renovation.
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Man has used stone and ceramic to cover walls and floors since ancient times. Tile is a waterproof, durable and stylish option for any space.
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Create a Thin Brick Accent Wall for an Authentic Man Cave By Luke Guinn “What happens in the man cave stays in the man cave.”
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(guest post by Emma Lewis) If you have a small kitchen, there are ways to make it look and feel better with a few DIY
The term “cladding” refers to a building or wall’s outermost layer of material, often called “siding” when used for exterior applications. Cladding is also used
Check out this video of a kitchen countertop makeover using epoxy to achieve a marble-like finish. Find out more about the process at Leggari.com.
Murphy’s Law states, “Anything that can go wrong will go wrong,” and that holds true with most kitchen remodels. With all the modern appliances and
Construct a Laundry Room Shelf System for under $200. By Rob Robillard
Nu-WoodTM, a leading industry synthetic millwork manufacturer, now offers faux polyurethane brick and stone masonry panel options in eight different styles and 15 different hand
During a recent kitchen remodel, we included the Kai Kitchen Faucet from Pfister with a new countertop/cabinet/backsplash installation. With its modern artistic design, the Kai
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The two large garage doors at the front of the house accounted for a great deal of its exterior decor. To give the house
By Sarah Green Carmichael Photos By Ben Carmichael Photography If you’ve redone a bathroom lately—or even taken a peek inside a home design magazine or
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Wood in the Shower instead of tile. We show you how. By Mark Clement
Get the Kitchen of Your Dreams by Building the Perfect Cabinet By Linda Parker One of the best ways to revamp your kitchen is to
Increased homeowner interest in cool roofs and authentic-looking slate and shake roofing products will continue to spur the growth of polymer roofing products in 2017.
(guest post by Linda Parker) If the annoying sound of dripping doesn’t get you first, your next water bill might prompt you to tackle a
As the new owners of a 137-year old home in Mt. Airy, Pa., the Nasratullah family knew the
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(guest post courtesy SolidSurface.com) Wondering what the latest trends in kitchen design are? A few may surprise you! The modern kitchen is winning out over
(guest post courtesy SolidSurface.com) Working on any DIY project can be rewarding, but using Corian® Solid Surfaces to create your vision is an especially exciting
(guest post from SolidSurface.com) Corian® solid surface is quickly becoming one of the hottest building materials among DIY’ers. This amazing product line is durable, dependable,
LENEXA, KAN. – DaVinci Roofscapes®, the industry leader in polymer roofing colors, has launched four new DaVinci EcoBlend® options approved by the Cool Roof Rating
(guest post courtesy SolidSurface.com) Adding backsplashes to your kitchen, bathroom, or any room in your home can give your living space a boost of color
(guest post courtesy SolidSurface.com) Let’s start with some basics here; Corian® is a man-made, solid-surface material with a wide variety of uses, including countertops,
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(guest post by Kevin Morse) Ready to update and remodel a room in your home? If you are like many homeowners, your kitchen is at
Following the successful introduction of a new Single-Width Slate 12-inch tile with an enhanced profile in early 2015, leaders at DaVinci Roofscapes® are now offering
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Our habit of occasionally changing houses means that I have been through the ritual of finding
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By Larry Walton, Photos by Mark Walton If you’ve ever seen a saloon gunfight in an old western movie, it more than likely involved a
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By Larry Walton Removing the old mirror was an easy decision. However, that left us with the task of covering the same area or repairing
Modular kits make design and installation easy for the DIY’er. Adding a traditional spiral staircase can be an intimidating project for a homeowner, because the
MULE is taking outdoor comfort to the next level with the F5 Wet-Rated Ceiling Fan—its first fully wet-rated fan, built to withstand rain, humidity, and the elements. With 6,400 CFM of powerful airflow and quiet operation, this 54” ceiling fan is perfect for outdoor patios, pergolas, and even indoor spaces. Equipped with a 6-speed remote […]
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