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APRIL 24, 2018 | TUESDAY
Buyer's Guide: Dehumidifiers for Basements
Because they’re located below ground level, basements tend to absorb moisture from surrounding soil, making them damp and musty, which can lead to mold and mildew growth. You probably know that inhaling mold spo...
APRIL 18, 2018 | WEDNESDAY
How To: Drain a Washing Machine
A hard-working washing machine may stop draining mid-cycle for a number of reasons, such as a kink in the drain hose, a clog of lint or fibers there, or a rogue article of clothing stuck in the drain pump. Fortun...
APRIL 17, 2018 | TUESDAY
Solved! Which Comes First: Painting the Wall or Trim
Q: We're gearing up to repaint my living room, but it’s been awhile since I’ve picked up a brush. Friends and family have given me conflicting advice about the best order for painting the wall and trim. If I ...
APRIL 11, 2018 | WEDNESDAY
3 Key Steps to a Concrete Floor Refresh
Concrete is one of the most durable construction materials around, but the characteristic dull gray of a concrete slab can seem cold and unappealing, especially as flooring. Lucky for many DIY-inclined homeowners...
APRIL 10, 2018 | TUESDAY
How To: Cut Pavers
Pavers—be they brick, stone, or concrete—are a pleasing alternative to large expanses of plain concrete, adding visual texture to patios, walkways, and even driveways. While pavers are fairly do-it-yourself-frien...
APRIL 9, 2018 | MONDAY
Solved! What to Do About a Leaky Refrigerator
Q: There’s a small daily puddle on my kitchen floor that seems to be coming from my refrigerator—not from anything inside, but from the fridge itself. Why is my refrigerator leaking water? And do I have to call i...
APRIL 6, 2018 | FRIDAY
How To: Remove Grout Haze
If you notice a cloudiness suddenly appear across your tiled surfaces only days after a bathroom renovation, it's probably not a thick layer of soap scum that has accumulated in the very short time its been i...
APRIL 2, 2018 | MONDAY
Solved! What to Do If an Electrical Outlet Isn't Working
Q: When I plugged my cell phone charger into a kitchen outlet, my phone didn’t start charging as it normally does—rather, it seemed that this one electrical outlet was not working. I could charge it elsewhere, of...
MARCH 27, 2018 | TUESDAY
How To: Polish Wood Floors
Think about the beating your wood floors endure on a daily basis: high heels, pet nails, children’s toys, and shifting furniture, to name a few! Tough as wood floors may be, their finish is still susceptible to s...
MARCH 27, 2018 | TUESDAY
Solved! What Is a SEER Rating?
Q: My 15-year-old air conditioning unit finally gave up, so I’m in the process of shopping for a new one. I’ve heard that SEER ratings are an important consideration when choosing a new model but the numbers are ...