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Select Proper Fastener When Working on Old Deck Jun. 04, 2020
Dear James: I have built a few decks and used nails, but they eventually get loose, pop up and look ... Read More
Install a New Toilet in Place of an Old-Fashioned One May. 28, 2020
Dear James: I want a quieter, more modern toilet for my master bathroom. These toilets are more expe... Read More
Great Readers Share More Great Tips! May. 11, 2020
Receiving so many awesome time- and money-saving tips from my dear readers always reassures me that ... Read More
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
A No-Barrier Bathroom Can Make It Feel More Spacious Apr. 16, 2020
Dear James: We are remodeling our small master bathroom and like the idea of a European-style, no-ba... Read More
Can't Get Your Hands on Hand Sanitizer? Make Your Own Apr. 06, 2020
My mailbox has filled up the past couple of days with letters from readers who find themselves on th... Read More
Shorten a Door Bottom Without Splintering Apr. 02, 2020
Dear James: We want to replace old, crushed carpeting with thick pile-type carpeting, so I probably ... Read More
The High Cost of Convenience Apr. 01, 2020
Dear Mary: I work out at a gym regularly, and I like to drink a protein shake or smoothie afterward ... Read More
Parquet Hardwood Floors Are Easy to Install Mar. 26, 2020
Dear James: We like hardwood parquet floors, but it is expensive to have them installed. Are do-it-y... Read More
Select the Proper Handsaw for the Job Mar. 19, 2020
Dear James: I am planning some major home improvement projects, but I am not comfortable using power... Read More
Build A Fireplace That's Not Smoky Mar. 12, 2020
Dear James: Whenever we use our great room fireplace, some smoke comes out into the room. I am going... Read More
Design Techniques for a Small but Functional House Mar. 05, 2020
Dear James: I plan to build a ranch house for myself and my two children. I am on a tight budget, so... Read More
Finish Woodwork With Beautiful French Polish Feb. 27, 2020
Dear James: Will you please explain how to apply a French polish on old woodwork that needs to be re... Read More
Install Your Own Wall-To-Wall Carpeting Feb. 20, 2020
Dear James: I am planning to sell my house, and I want to install some wall-to-wall carpeting inexpe... Read More
Great Reader Tips: From Frozen Bacon to Super Glue Feb. 18, 2020
Let these tips get your creative juices flowing on how you can substitute, reuse or repurpose what y... Read More
How to Stiffen a Weak, Bouncy Floor Feb. 13, 2020
Dear James: I just bought an older home. It seems to be constructed well, but the floors are bouncy ... Read More
Answers to Readers Questions on Best Ways to Clean Your Steam Iron and Countertops Feb. 03, 2020
These days, there's a pricey product available to clean just about anything. But why spend the money... Read More
Install a Concrete Driveway Properly to Avoid Cracks Jan. 30, 2020
Dear James: I am tired of repairing and sealing my asphalt driveway, so I want to replace it with a ... Read More
Refinish a Countertop to Look Like Real Granite Jan. 09, 2020
Dear James: I have an old laminate kitchen countertop still in good shape. I want to refinish it mys... Read More
Make a Room-Size Steam Room in Your Bathroom Jan. 02, 2020
Dear James: I like sitting in the steam room after a workout at my health club. I know where to buy ... Read More
