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Soulful Home Jun. 01, 2024

The Art of Design

What exactly makes a house a home? Is it all the contents inside? Yes, but there is more to it than ... Read More

Home Is Where the Hearth Is May. 25, 2024

The Art of Design

With winter at our doorsteps, many of us are eagerly awaiting the first blast of cold weather and th... Read More

Stylish Studio Living May. 18, 2024

The Art of Design

From those who live in large high-rent cities like New York or Hong Kong to university students and ... Read More

Island Style May. 11, 2024

The Art of Design

Sometimes it's a song that can evoke the desire for the relaxed lifestyle of the islands; other time... Read More

Sleep Like a Baby May. 04, 2024

The Art of Design

Did you know that the color of the walls, the lighting and your bed's location can determine how res... Read More

Decorating the Table Apr. 27, 2024

The Art of Design

Nothing is more telling of the mettle your host is made of than the decor of their dining table. Som... Read More

Aging in Place Apr. 20, 2024

The Art of Design

Aging is a word many don't want to hear. Most of us want to leave that kind of conversation at bay, ... Read More

Prepare And Paint Outdoor Wood Trim Nov. 02, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: It seems like I have to repaint the exterior wood trim every two years because it peels.... Read More

Asphalt Driveway Needs Sealing Oct. 19, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: Our blacktop driveway is starting to look worn after only three years. What type of seal... Read More

Build More Bedroom Closet Space Oct. 12, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: We are running out of bedroom closet space for the various seasons' clothes. How can we ... Read More

Stop Stains From Forming on Your Roof Aug. 10, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: Our three-year-old light-colored roof already has dark stains over most of it, except fo... Read More

Keep Your Septic System Working Well Aug. 03, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: We have a septic system at our small farmhouse. It would be convenient to add a garbage ... Read More

Attach Siding Properly to Avoid Stains Jul. 27, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: We live by a pond, and the weather stays humid. I plan to replace some wood siding mysel... Read More

Stone Walkways Are Easy to Lay Jul. 20, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: My perennial garden has grown up and I need to make some access pathways through it. Wha... Read More

How to Repair Plaster Wall Cracks Jul. 06, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: I have an old house with plaster walls and many cracks that need to be repaired. How can... Read More

Protect Wood Door With Proper Finish Jun. 29, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: My wood front door is still in good condition. When I tried to refinish with a clear coa... Read More

Design and Build a Picket Fence Jun. 08, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: I think a picket fence would look good across my front and side yard. I have some saws a... Read More

Ceiling Panels Formed From Metal Are Decorative May. 11, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: I like older styles and decor, especially some decorative metal ceilings. Can I still ge... Read More

Use Backer Board Under Bath Tile Walls May. 04, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: I pulled off my shower tiles and found moisture had damaged the backer board. When I reb... Read More

Vinyl Fencing Requires No Maintenance Apr. 27, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: We would like a white post and rail fence. A neighbor has one, but he is always painting... Read More