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Using Proper Lumber Makes Projects Easier Apr. 23, 2020
Dear James: There are many indoor and outdoor house repairs I have to make. There is a big range in ... Read More
The Places Where Builders Can Cut Corners Mar. 31, 2020
When looking for a home, you will need to decide where your priorities are, budget-wise. If you are ... Read More
Keep Moisture out of Walls To Avoid Rotting Jan. 16, 2020
Dear James: I am in the planning stage for a new home. My previous stucco home had serious damage fo... Read More
10 Things That Should Never Go in the Dishwasher Dec. 26, 2019
Without a doubt, my least favorite household chore is hand-washing dishes. That makes my dishwasher ... Read More
When to Use Dye or Stain to Finish Natural Wood Apr. 11, 2019
Dear James: I am planning to build some natural wood cabinets for my living room. I am trying to det... Read More
Minimize Risk From Lead Paint When Remodeling Jan. 17, 2019
Dear James: I am planning to remodel a 50-year-old house, but want to retain as much original charac... Read More
For Every Problem There's WD-40 Oct. 11, 2016
It's not new. The blue-and-yellow can is about as familiar as anything I remember from my childhood.... Read More
How to Clean Painted Wood Floors Sep. 19, 2016
A message in my inbox this week came from Joan. She asked, "What is the best way to clean a very gri... Read More
Archie
Aug. 29, 2014
Chuckle Bros
May. 19, 2014
First Steps Don't Cost Anything May. 04, 2014
Dear Edith: I would like to chime in on the often-asked question about whether to remodel before put... Read More
Strange Brew
Mar. 25, 2014
Strange Brew
Mar. 13, 2014
Pink Nightstand Jan. 29, 2014
This is an era of instant gratification. I'm learning from my designer buddies that they all have en... Read More
An Open-and-Shut Case for Safe Jewelry Dec. 02, 2013
Q: I've inherited my grandmother's jewelry, including several valuable necklaces and earrings. It se... Read More
Jack Kennedy, The Last Wooden-Floor President Nov. 18, 2013
When President John F. Kennedy died, the wooden floors started to disappear. People still have wood... Read More
