Turn Old Decks Into New Decks
16
Jun
Last spring a customer who Dennis Schaefer had built a cedar deck for during the '90s called to say he'd noticed some rot and thought that maybe the deck...
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Fine Tune Your Gas Grill for the Grilling Season
01
Jun
Nothing says spring better than a rich, smoky barbecue aroma wafting on the breeze, but is your grill up to the task? After a long, chilly winter stored away,...
Are You On The Fence About Fixing Your Wood Fence?
16
May
It's a good time to take a walk around the property and see if Mother Nature has left any surprises from winter and spring storms. Take the time to inspect...
Efficient Deck Building
01
May
If you’re not familiar with the Fast-Cheap-Good project triangle, you should be. That’s because it’s a great tool—applicable to virtually any line of...
How to Repair Damaged Molding
16
Apr
The functional purpose of moldings, such as baseboard, chair rail and door casings is to protect the more delicate wall materials (most commonly plaster and...
Your Deck: Do-over or Makeover?
01
Apr
If your old deck is looking worn and shabby, you might be thinking it’s time to demolish it and start over with a newly designed deck. While that’s a perfectly...
Advantages of Storm Doors
16
Mar
A storm door can stop the harsh natural elements of the weather from damaging your main door and save you money on your energy bills. Storm doors are not...
Staying Safe On A Ladder
01
Mar
Many of the home and garden ideas that you find on these blogs or other places on the internet require use of a ladder. While these serve as a very important...
A Beginner's Guide to Garage Design
16
Feb
The garage can be the home's greatest storage space - as long as you realize its true potential. When homeowners think about renovating their house, most think...
How To Create A Dust Free Jobsite
01
Feb
One of the biggest challenges contractors and DIY remodelers experience is controlling the amount of dust that comes with any project. This can be...
Firewood Storage in Winter
01
Jan
Nothing is cozier on a cold winter evening than a crackling fire, warm and glowing, in the fireplace or stove. Wood heat is also less expensive than many gas...
Tips for Living through a Renovation
16
Dec
A renovation project can be very rewarding. But like most things in life, rewards don’t come easy. Renovation projects can vary in size and expense, though one...
Five Steps For Personalizing The Interior Of Your Home
01
Dec
If you just moved into a new home or you are looking to revamp the one you’re already in, you may be looking to give your house a brand new identity. Here are...
How to Prevent Pipes From Freezing
16
Nov
As unusually cold weather plagues large parts of the country, homeowners from South Carolina to Michigan (and even Texas) are worried about frozen, busted...
Keeping your Ducts in Order
01
Nov
A common complaint by homeowners who use a forced hot air heating system is that there can be a lot of dust build up. Of course, that is why filters are used...
Tips for Organizing your Attic and Keeping it in Tip Top Shape
16
Oct
If you are like most people, this is time of year when you head on up to the attic to retrieve your holiday decorations. However, you might be unfortunate...
How and Where to use Expanding Foam Insulation
01
Oct
Expanding foam is one of those products that fall squarely in the duct tape, bailing twine and WD-40 category. It has a list of uses that’s a mile long and is...
Tip for Cutting Down a Tree Safely for the DIYer
16
Sep
There are some who may argue that cutting down a tree safely is not possible. Chainsaws can be quite dangerous, not to mention felling trees. Though...
End of Season Checklist for your Deck or Patio
01
Sep
It’s been a great summer and you’ve been enjoying your patio or deck as much as humanly possible, right? Well, remember early this spring when you opened up...
How To Choose The Right Type of Fence
16
Aug
Choosing the right type of fence for your home can be a difficult project to complete. There are various styles and options to choose from in addition to...
Tips On Cleaning Grill Grates
01
Aug
Cleaning a grill is never any fun. They require a lot of elbow grease, but if you want to have a quality cookout this summer it’s a chore that needs to be done...
New Rules for Pressure Treated Lumber
16
Jul
In the fall of 2015, the American Wood Protection Association (AWPA) passed a proposal to revise its U1 Standard, which describes use cases for pressure...
Where to Start When Restoring a Deck
01
Jul
If you made the decision to restore your deck rather than replace it, then the first thing you want to do is make sure it is structurally sound. If possible,...
Tips for Easier DIY When You Work by Yourself
16
Jun
For the most part, many home improvement DIY projects can be accomplished solo. For many people, there is a lot of satisfaction and peace of mind from being...
Stop Grubs From Killing Your Lawn
01
Jun
Grubs are small but mighty pests, causing a lot of lawn damage and frustrating homeowners. Fortunately, there are easy steps to protect lawns and minimize any...