Donna Boyle Schwartz Archives

Basements

Waterproofing Basement Walls: Saving MY Damp, Dingy Furnace Room Waterproofing Basement Walls: Saving MY Damp, Dingy Furnace Room

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

March 9, 2021

Exterior

How Long Does Exterior Siding Last? How Long Does Exterior Siding Last?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

March 9, 2021

Interior

Which PEX Is Best? Choosing the Right Type of Tubing for Any Job Which PEX Is Best? Choosing the Right Type of Tubing for Any Job

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

March 9, 2021

Bedrooms

5 Things to Know About Adjustable Beds 5 Things to Know About Adjustable Beds

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

February 26, 2021

Cleaning

How To: Clean a Microfiber Suede Sofa How To: Clean a Microfiber Suede Sofa

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

February 22, 2021

DIY

Heat Tape: A Fast and Low-Cost Way to Prevent Frozen Pipes Heat Tape: A Fast and Low-Cost Way to Prevent Frozen Pipes

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

February 16, 2021

Cleaning

Solved! What is Microfiber? Solved! What is Microfiber?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

February 11, 2021

Heating

Expansion Tanks: What Are They and Why Are They Important? Expansion Tanks: What Are They and Why Are They Important?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

February 11, 2021

DIY

Change Filters Frequently to Optimize Furnace Efficiency Change Filters Frequently to Optimize Furnace Efficiency

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

February 10, 2021

Baseboard Heating - Cadet Electric Baseboard Heater from SupplyHouse.com

Flooring

How To: Choose a Baseboard Heater How To: Choose a Baseboard Heater

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

February 10, 2021

DIY

6 Signs You Need a New Furnace 6 Signs You Need a New Furnace

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

February 10, 2021

Heating

How To: Choose a New Boiler How To: Choose a New Boiler

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

January 28, 2021

DIY

How To: Paint IKEA Furniture How To: Paint IKEA Furniture

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

January 4, 2021

Repairman with green plaid shirt inspects tan home siding on a ladder.

Building & Installing

5 Things to Know Before You Invest in New Siding 5 Things to Know Before You Invest in New Siding

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 30, 2020

DIY

How To: Sharpen an Axe How To: Sharpen an Axe

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

December 30, 2020

Cleaning & Organizing

3 Fixes for Dust Mites 3 Fixes for Dust Mites

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 30, 2020

Cleaning

3 Fixes for Red Wine Stains 3 Fixes for Red Wine Stains

By Jill Lawrence O’Hara, Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 30, 2020

Interior

How To: Choose a Well Pump How To: Choose a Well Pump

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 29, 2020

Deck, Patio & Porch

How To: Repair Concrete Steps How To: Repair Concrete Steps

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

December 29, 2020

Cleaning

How To: Clean a Fan How To: Clean a Fan

By Manasa Reddigari, Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 29, 2020

Appliances

How To: Clean a Glass Cooktop How To: Clean a Glass Cooktop

By Manasa Reddigari, Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 29, 2020

Appliances & Cookware

A Cheap and Easy Way to Slash Your Water Bill A Cheap and Easy Way to Slash Your Water Bill

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 29, 2020

Lead Pipes at Home? How to Test and What to Do Next

Home Safety

How to Know If You’re Dealing with Lead Pipes—and What to Do About Them How to Know If You’re Dealing with Lead Pipes—and What to Do About Them

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 29, 2020

Energy & Power

Control Temperatures and Save Energy with Zoned Heating Systems Control Temperatures and Save Energy with Zoned Heating Systems

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 28, 2020

DIY

All You Need to Know About De-icing Systems All You Need to Know About De-icing Systems

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 28, 2020

Building & Installing

Kickspace Heaters 101 Kickspace Heaters 101

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 28, 2020

DIY

10 Things You Didn’t Know a Paintbrush Can Do 10 Things You Didn’t Know a Paintbrush Can Do

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

December 10, 2020

DIY

How To: Maintain a Snow Blower for Peak Performance How To: Maintain a Snow Blower for Peak Performance

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

December 9, 2020

DIY

How To: Prevent or Eliminate Closet Moths How To: Prevent or Eliminate Closet Moths

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

November 30, 2020

Curb Appeal

11 Living Fences That Look Better Than Chain Link 11 Living Fences That Look Better Than Chain Link

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

November 25, 2020

DIY

Keep Ticks at Bay with 9 Smart Landscaping Tips Keep Ticks at Bay with 9 Smart Landscaping Tips

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

November 16, 2020

Energy & Power

9 Reasons to Bring Back the Wood Stove 9 Reasons to Bring Back the Wood Stove

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

November 16, 2020

DIY

9 Signs Your Tap Water Might Be Contaminated 9 Signs Your Tap Water Might Be Contaminated

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

November 16, 2020

Home Safety

8 Warning Signs of Dangerously Outdated Electrical Wiring 8 Warning Signs of Dangerously Outdated Electrical Wiring

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

November 16, 2020

Appliances

This Is How Long Each of Your Major Appliances Should Last This Is How Long Each of Your Major Appliances Should Last

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

November 16, 2020

Interior

7 Signs Your Home Needs a Water Softener 7 Signs Your Home Needs a Water Softener

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

November 16, 2020

Building & Installing

The 7 Best Low-Cost Alternatives to Hardwood Flooring The 7 Best Low-Cost Alternatives to Hardwood Flooring

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

November 16, 2020

Fences

Fence Styles: 10 Popular Designs to Consider Fence Styles: 10 Popular Designs to Consider

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

November 16, 2020

Cooling

5 Overlooked Ways to Cool Down a Hot Room 5 Overlooked Ways to Cool Down a Hot Room

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

November 16, 2020

DIY

How To: Maintain Stucco How To: Maintain Stucco

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

November 11, 2020

Cleaning & Organizing

How To: Clean Wood Siding How To: Clean Wood Siding

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

November 5, 2020

Building & Installing

How To: Replace a Light Switch How To: Replace a Light Switch

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

November 5, 2020

Cabinets

How To: Stain Cabinets How To: Stain Cabinets

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

November 3, 2020

Cleaning & Organizing

How To: Remove Rust from Cast Iron How To: Remove Rust from Cast Iron

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

October 22, 2020

Cleaning & Organizing

How To: Clean Copper How To: Clean Copper

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

October 22, 2020

Cooling

How Long Does an Air Conditioner Last? How Long Does an Air Conditioner Last?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

October 22, 2020

Cabinets

Should You Reface or Replace Your Kitchen Cabinets? Should You Reface or Replace Your Kitchen Cabinets?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

October 20, 2020

DIY

What to Do When Your Doorbell Stops Working What to Do When Your Doorbell Stops Working

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

October 20, 2020

DIY

20 Surprising Things You Can’t Recycle 20 Surprising Things You Can’t Recycle

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

October 14, 2020

Energy & Power

15 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint at Home 15 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint at Home

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

October 12, 2020

Heating

Is It Time to Replace Your Furnace? Is It Time to Replace Your Furnace?

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

October 7, 2020

Building & Installing

4 Considerations for Choosing and Installing a High-Velocity HVAC System 4 Considerations for Choosing and Installing a High-Velocity HVAC System

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

October 6, 2020

Cooling

Ditch the Ducts: Choose Ductless HVAC for Savings and Comfort Ditch the Ducts: Choose Ductless HVAC for Savings and Comfort

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

October 6, 2020

Cabinets

All You Need to Know About Butler’s Pantries All You Need to Know About Butler’s Pantries

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

October 1, 2020

Cleaning & Organizing

How To: Clean Exterior Siding How To: Clean Exterior Siding

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

September 30, 2020

Building & Installing

Solved! The Best Decking Material Solved! The Best Decking Material

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

September 28, 2020

DIY

Your Guide to Reviving a Tired Garage Floor Your Guide to Reviving a Tired Garage Floor

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

September 28, 2020

Fences

The Dos and Don’ts of Setting a Fence Post The Dos and Don’ts of Setting a Fence Post

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

September 28, 2020

Spalling Concrete - Driveway Resurfacing

Driveways & Walkways

Solved! What to Do About Spalling Concrete Solved! What to Do About Spalling Concrete

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

September 28, 2020

6 Best Tips for How to Clean Stainless Steel

Cleaning

How To: Clean Stainless Steel How To: Clean Stainless Steel

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

September 28, 2020

Building & Installing

Walk This Way: Expert Advice on 3 Top Options in Flooring Walk This Way: Expert Advice on 3 Top Options in Flooring

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

September 28, 2020

Appliances

How To: Clean a Refrigerator How To: Clean a Refrigerator

By Rachel Elmkies, Donna Boyle Schwartz

September 28, 2020

Cleaning & Organizing

Helpful Hints for Cleaning Window Blinds Helpful Hints for Cleaning Window Blinds

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

September 25, 2020

Building & Installing

5 Little-Known Advantages of Linoleum Flooring 5 Little-Known Advantages of Linoleum Flooring

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Bob Vila

September 24, 2020

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9 Reasons to Bring Back the Wood Stove 9 Reasons to Bring Back the Wood Stove

9 Signs Your Tap Water Might Be Contaminated 9 Signs Your Tap Water Might Be Contaminated

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How To: Stain Cabinets How To: Stain Cabinets

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How To: Clean Copper How To: Clean Copper

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