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Proper Sandpaper Makes Projects Easier Feb. 29, 2024
Dear James: Our century-old house has natural woodwork, but most should be refinished. How do I deci... Read More
Simple-To-Build Doghouse Feb. 22, 2024
Dear James: We have a dog that spends much of his time outdoors in our fenced yard, so we need to bu... Read More
Make Proper Angle Cuts on Crown Molding Feb. 15, 2024
Dear James: I like the look of crown molding for my dining room, but I am having trouble getting the... Read More
Options When Dealing With a New Home Defect Feb. 13, 2024
Dear Monty: What should I do if my new house has a defect or foundation issue? Our brand-new built h... Read More
Install a Locking Storm Door Handle Yourself Feb. 08, 2024
Dear James: The handle and lock on my back storm/screen door has broken from years of use. Is that s... Read More
Hang a Ceiling Fan Properly and Safely Feb. 01, 2024
Dear James: I bought a ceiling fan two summers ago and am just getting around to installing it this ... Read More
Make a Simple Extra Loft Bed Jan. 25, 2024
Dear James: I am thinking about converting a small storage room into an extra bedroom for my son. Ad... Read More
Replace Old Fixture With Track Lighting Jan. 18, 2024
Dear James: I think track lighting would be a good alternative to my old ceiling fixtures in my kitc... Read More
Add Solid-Surface Countertop Yourself Jan. 11, 2024
Dear James: My kitchen needs a new countertop and I want something that is attractive and durable. W... Read More
Flooded With Good Intentions Jan. 10, 2024
Sen. John Kennedy is upset because Sen. Rand Paul wants to limit federal flood insurance. But Paul ... Read More
Seal Bricks for a Longer Life Dec. 07, 2023
Dear James: After a rain, the floors are often damp. Our house has brick over wood framed walls. Can... Read More
Stop Stains From Forming on Your Roof Aug. 10, 2023
Dear James: Our three-year-old light-colored roof already has dark stains over most of it, except fo... Read More
'The Great American Divorce' Is Not Just Happening; It's Growing Bigger by the Minute Aug. 04, 2023
We have this never-ending debate in America and especially in Washington, D.C., about what works: Le... Read More
Keep Your Septic System Working Well Aug. 03, 2023
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
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
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
Dear James: I have an old house with plaster walls and many cracks that need to be repaired. How can... Read More
Design and Build a Picket Fence Jun. 08, 2023
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
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
Dear James: I pulled off my shower tiles and found moisture had damaged the backer board. When I reb... Read More
