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Q: As part of my kitchen remodel, I want stylish new appliances. Fingerprint-resistant stainless steel seems to be a great idea, but untreated stainless steel is still widely available. A...
Q: I have heard that bidets can provide better hygiene, but I’m still not completely clear about what a bidet is and whether one is right for my bathroom. Can you help me find the answers...
For home auto enthusiasts, a workshop tool chest makes a lot of sense. Electricians and plumbers sometimes favor a tool bag. Yet, for most DIYers and many professionals, a portable tool b...
What makes a tool brand rank among the best tool brands? It’s not an easy question to answer. DIY users generally want a capable, reliable tool at a reasonable price. Professionals who de...
Q: I understand that I should use painter’s tape rather than masking tape to get the clean, professional finish I am looking for, but how do I know when to remove painter’s tape so it won...
Space heaters offer a convenient and cost-effective way to improve home and office comfort. Personal and large versions increase the warmth in living spaces, or offer temporary heat in a ...
Q: I am remodeling the bathrooms in my home and my understanding is that I should caulk around the toilet bases where they meet the floor. My neighbor says it isn’t necessary and might hi...
Most DIY enthusiasts know that getting a high-quality paint finish frequently involves masking some areas so that paint doesn’t splatter or drip onto them. Leaving a crisp, professional-l...
Watts have been used to indicate the strength of light bulbs for more than 150 years, but they are actually a measure of energy consumption, not brightness. Using a lower-watt incandescen...
Q: I have a pair of heron garden ornaments made of copper that are showing greenish blue patches. I had thought they would be OK outdoors all year. Does copper rust and, if it does, how d...
