Donna Boyle Schwartz

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Donna Boyle Schwartz is a well-known home furnishings writer and editor, who has worked with leading magazines and newspapers for more than 30 years. In addition to serving as Lifestyle Editor and News Editor for the Newburgh-Beacon Evening News, Donna spent over a decade as Managing Editor of Home Furnishings News. She researches and writes on a vast range of home-related topics including housewares, furniture, home fashions, flooring, remodeling, construction, antiques, art, garden, collectibles, and color/design trends. An enthusiastic DIYer, she has a shed full of tools and a house full of projects.

Donna earned Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University in Illinois. With her husband David, she has owned and run a successful independent media and marketing consulting firm since 1986.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2014 | THURSDAY
The Best Dishwashers of 2023

Hand-washing through a pile of pots, mixing bowls, and place settings can take hours. At the prospect of all that labor, many people will likely find themselves reconsidering the best dis...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014 | THURSDAY
Want Hot Water Fast? Switch to a ManaBloc Plumbing System

This is a sponsored post on behalf of SupplyHouse. com. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila. com. If you're building a new house or replacing the aging pipes in your existing home...

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014 | TUESDAY
How To: Fix Cracks in Concrete

Installations of concrete can last hundreds of years, but sooner or later, most end up developing small cracks, gaps, holes, and crevices. If your concrete path, patio, or driveway has be...

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014 | FRIDAY
11 Ways to Get Rid of Mice

Say goodbye to Stuart Little! A mouse infestation can be enough to make anyone skittish. Those pesky critters can carry a plethora of dangerous diseases and cause plenty of damage to your...

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014 | WEDNESDAY
How to Clean a Washing Machine

When you throw a load of laundry into the washing machine, your clothes emerge stain- and sweat-free, and that’s a wonderful thing. But how often do you actually wash the washer? It might...

AUGUST 27, 2014 | WEDNESDAY
Innovative Closet Organizing System Means Less Mess

Clutter and disorganization are familiar foes to most, but a new shelving system promises to tame the turmoil once and for all. Whether your problem area lies in the garage, bedroom close...

AUGUST 20, 2014 | WEDNESDAY
To Breathe Easy at Home, Install an Air Cleaner

The air in your home may not be as fresh as you think it is. If you're not careful, indoor air can harbor not only benign entities, such as mustiness or a foul odor, but also bona fide po...

AUGUST 19, 2014 | TUESDAY
Transform and Protect Your Deck in a Single Coat

Your deck was no small investment: If you haven't been taking good care of it, now's the time to give your deck the care it needs to look great and last long. If exposure to the elements ...

AUGUST 18, 2014 | MONDAY
Is Your House Ruining Your Health?

Home has traditionally been viewed as a sanctuary, a place of refuge from the dangers and uncertainties lurking in the outside world. As safe and secure as we try to make our homes, hidde...

JULY 9, 2014 | WEDNESDAY
Art Cool Mini-Splits for Comfort—and Decor

Summer has arrived, and with the inexorable heat comes the inevitable hunt—for the perfect air conditioner, that is. Homeowners in search of a functional and fashionable alternative to co...