Glenda Taylor

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Glenda Taylor is a freelance writer for the residential remodeling, homebuilding, and commercial roofing industries.

She and her husband have been general contractors for over 20 years, and Ms. Taylor has written for leading media outlets, including the Houston Chronicle, SFGate, and the eHow Now Live Handyman Channel (a division of eHow.com) as well as National Association of Homebuilders. In addition to her construction experience, Ms. Taylor is a Master Gardener, a former real estate professional, a universal design enthusiast, and an advocate for green building practices. The recipient of Journalism and Marketing degrees from the University of Kansas and Bauder College respectively, she enjoys life on a farm in the Midwest with her husband and their "children"—five Saint Bernards! Connect with Glenda Taylor on LinkedIn.

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JANUARY 26, 2017 | THURSDAY
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You already know you can find an apartment or get a room for the night on Airbnb, but you probably haven’t seen the coolest digs the online reservation company has to offer. Get ready to ...

JANUARY 23, 2017 | MONDAY
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JANUARY 20, 2017 | FRIDAY
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JANUARY 18, 2017 | WEDNESDAY
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Shiplap has been popping up everywhere lately. The rough-sawn wooden planks arranged as horizontal panels can take any wall from drab to dramatic. Homeowners love the rustic texture of sh...

JANUARY 13, 2017 | FRIDAY
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JANUARY 10, 2017 | TUESDAY
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DECEMBER 12, 2016 | MONDAY
The Dos and Don'ts of Poinsettia Care

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DECEMBER 5, 2016 | MONDAY
10 Mistakes You Make Every Time You Leave for Vacation

During the holiday season, hordes of people pack up their bags and embark on extended vacations. But in the excitement of planning a trip, homeowners often neglect to properly secure thei...

NOVEMBER 29, 2016 | TUESDAY
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NOVEMBER 11, 2016 | FRIDAY
Solved! Here's How Long Paint Actually Lasts

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