One thing many homeowners do come winter is to take stock of the year's projects and adjust the maintenance lists for the following year. One thing many homeowners overlook, or do improperly, is clean their siding yearly. Proper care for your siding is vital to keeping it in good condition ...
read moreMany things can go wrong with a home’s windows. One of the common complaints of painted shut windows. Tom Silva demonstrates the step by step process of fixing a painted over window with different tools in this video. First, slide a putty knife between the sides of the window and ...
read moreNow that it's too cold to do much of anything outdoors in the way of home maintenance or home improvement, some DIY'ers may be suffering withdrawal. If that's you, here's an inexpensive and easy project to turn simple molding into an elegant window box valance. The step-by-step VIDEO and still ...
read moreIn yesterday's post we gave some ideas for decorating a greenhouse or garden window. But before you add those finishing touches, your most important choices will be which plants to put in that window. Keep in mind that due to almost constant sunlight in these windows, you have to be ...
read moreChristmas trees are going up, stores have unleashed their holiday sales, and it’s the time for stringing up the lights. In his radio spot, Bob Villa provides pointers on putting the lights up safely and links to more tips. Always inspect strings for damage and replace missing or burnt out ...
read moreThe home remodeling industry is taking on a whole new emphasis as America's 77 million baby boomers near (or have already entered) retirement. Retirement brings with it a whole new life-style, meaning the home that's worked for years may no longer serve its purpose. If you're among the baby boomer ...
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