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The Recycling Symbols Every Responsible Homeowner Should Know
Want to recycle more, but don't know what—and what not—to toss in the green bin? Recycling symbols have been imprinted on the products or packages of popular consumer goods since the early ‘70s to give eco-consci...
Homeowners, Beware: This Hidden Problem Could Cause Your House to Crumble
In nature, wood rot is a vital decomposition process, turning fallen logs into nutritious soil. But few things send homeowners into a panic as quickly as discovering it their homes, because wood rot can lead to a...
7 Things to Consider Before Starting a Skylight Installation
Need a little extra light in your life? Consider installing a skylight above an interior room that’s low on natural light. These roof windows let in up to five times more light than a sidewall window and plenty o...
How To: Match Paint
Over time, walls throughout the home accumulate dings, nail holes, even random spots where some not-so-temporary tape pulled away a chunk of paint. That’s when you pull out the spackling compound, putty knife, an...
Dos and Don’ts of Finishing Basement Walls
With the cost of living space going up, many homeowners are looking down—creating a “finished” basement—to expand their home’s square footage. This can be an affordable solution to cramped quarters, but a basemen...
9 Tips for Removing Scratches from Wood Floors
Wood floors bring beauty and value to a home—as long as they are well-maintained. Natural wood is at constant risk of surface wear, water marks, and deeper damage. Prevention, of course, is key: Use area rugs and...
How To: Polish Marble
Marble—a white or uniquely variegated type of limestone that has been exposed to extreme heat and pressure—has a long history of being favored by artisans and builders, from Michelangelo's David and Moses sculptu...
The Dos and Don’ts of Taping Drywall
Professional drywall taping crews make it look so easy: They move quickly, slather compound on every joint and nail hole, and leave behind walls that are ultra-smooth. While taping drywall isn’t a difficult task,...
Solved! What to Do When a Garage Door is Not Opening
Q: When I returned from work today, I pushed the button on my remote garage door opener—but the door didn’t budge. Even after putting new batteries in the remote, the garage door still is not opening. What are th...
How To: Make Your Own Degreaser
The oil kicked up by cooking can cling to surfaces throughout your kitchen, defying your everyday swipes with a sponge. Virtually overnight, grease can turn to stubborn grime on countertops, the stove, even your ...
