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Replacing your shower head is a simple fix that can spruce up the look of your bathroom, save water, and even add a little massage action to your daily shower. Listen to BOB VILA ON HOW T...
Did you know that a well-lit room actually has three different kinds of light? In order to create a room that’s comfortable, safe, and efficient, your lighting plan should include all thr...
Cast iron radiators can be beautiful, but an old, peeling one can really bring down the look of a room. Stripping and refinishing a painted radiator is one option, but it can be a messy, ...
Composting’s a great idea: it helps your garden thrive and keeps valuable organic waste out of landfills. But once you’ve made the decision to compost, you’ll need some tidy, odor-free wa...
There’s nothing quite as fresh as food that you grow in your own backyard. You may think your soil is too poor for a kitchen garden, or that you don’t have enough room for one. But almost...
Imagine bringing the quality and charm of eighteenth-century wood planks into your home today. With reclaimed wood, you can do just that. Listen to BOB VILA ON RECLAIMED WOOD or read the ...
There are many different types of screws, and each kind has its own job to do. Before you make the first turn of the screw, figure out the right one for your job. Listen to BOB VILA ON TY...
Before you tear down a wall, rip off old woodwork, or strip old paint, ask yourself when it was installed. If it was before 1978, it may include lead paint. Listen to BOB VILA ON LEAD PAI...
These days it seems like there’s more to plug in than ever—televisions, computers, and the rechargers for cell phones, iPods, and other handheld devices. Rather than relying on unsightly ...
It's heartbreaking enough to lose your home or possessions in a natural disaster. Then there’s the stress of having to itemize your losses for an insurance claim. Don't wait for a flood o...
