Buildings & Structures
OLDER HOMES: Deciding Which Issues Matter and How Much
Published on July 21st, 2023
A couple of years ago a friend of mine had enough of living in a dim, smelly, noisy apartment building, and on my...Continue Reading
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BASEMENT INSULATION 101: The Real Way to Prevent Musty B...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
How a basement is finished has a big effect on indoor air quality throughout your home That's because more than half...Continue Reading
Basements, Foundations & Attics
Don’t Fall Into This Common Finished Basement Trap
Published on December 9th, 2022
I often hear from distressed homeowners who make me wish I could have talked with them before renovations were done...Continue Reading
Outdoors
Finishing Outdoor Wood So It Lasts
Published on February 23rd, 2024
Finishing outdoor wood isn’t like most things in life When you turn the ignition key in your car, the engine almost...Continue Reading
Molding & Trim
CROWN MOLDING: Put These Five Tips Into Practice & ...
Updated on June 10th, 2023
If you’d like to install crown molding at your place, this article and video can help you do it better and faster...Continue Reading
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FACTORY FINISHED CEILING PLANKS: An Easy Way to Make You...
Updated on November 17th, 2021
When it comes to ceilings in your home, there are more aesthetic options than just basic drywall or stucco Tongue and...Continue Reading
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Maxwell’s Tips – Building a Deck to Last, Re...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
Building a Deck to Last Q: What details should I ask my builder for on our new deck We’ve paid a deposit already,...Continue Reading
Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
Learn How To Build Your Own Classic Cabinets & Buil...
Published on February 20th, 2023
If you've ever felt the urge to build your own cabinets, I have an encouraging story to share I always find it exciting...Continue Reading
Windows & Doors
Why You Should Prioritize Door Upgrades in Your Next DIY...
Published on May 3rd, 2024
Should you install a movie theater in your home Absolutely What about a pool and attached jacuzzi Sure But first...Continue Reading
Article
Oiling Exterior Wood Easily and Effectively
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Aging outdoor wood can be dangerous stuff Although it survives the elements just fine without any kind of finish, the...Continue Reading
Article
DETAIL SANDERS: Tips for Using This Key Tool for Outdoor...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Detail sanders are tools that help a lot with wood refinishing work, and there's really nothing else like them on the...Continue Reading
Autos & Machinery
CAR MAINTENANCE: How To Keep Vehicles Alive & Well ...
Updated on March 24th, 2023
Some people manage personal vehicles like tubes of caulking – use them up and throw them away Not me I aim for a...Continue Reading