Bathrooms
Do dimmer switches save electricity?
With a headline like that, you’d think we were going to shock you and say “No!” But the answer is they do save electricity. So
Exteriors
Two proven deck building tips
Do you need a railing? If you’re building a deck, you often need to install a railing for safety. But that can make your deck
Kitchens
Plan a kitchen island (Part I)
A kitchen island is a great way to add storage and counter space to your kitchen without cutting into valuable wall space for appliances, tables
Painting & Decorating
Protect wood with outdoor stains
Woods like cedar, cypress and redwood weather attractively, and even pressure-treated lumber acquires a natural gray hue after a few years. But most other woods
Plumbing
Plumbing pointers and tips (Part I)
Here are some things to remember when you’re working on the water supply or the drains in your house. If you’re starting a project, now’s
Tools
The fastest sealer in the West – caulking tips
So kid, you think you’re fast with a caulking gun? You fancy yourself a silicone slinger, do you, a butyl-broncin’ Buffalo Bill, a… Uh, you