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When the outside of my home was painted three years ago, the painter insisted on oil-based paint instead of latex Now...Continue Reading
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What's the proper spacing for deck boards I'm rebuilding three partially rotten wooden decks with boards that are...Continue Reading
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Updated on October 29th, 2014
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What kind of flooring can I install in our unheated, 140...
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What kind of flooring can I install in our unheated, 140-year-old cottage The floors are currently covered in very...Continue Reading
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How can I deal with the partially insulated basement wal...
Updated on January 17th, 2016
How can I deal with the partially insulated basement walls in my new home A layer of insulation extends partway down...Continue Reading
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How should I insulate a 10 x 14-foot basement space for ...
Updated on January 17th, 2016
How should I insulate a 10 x 14-foot basement space for a wine cellar I’m building Three walls face soil and a rec...Continue Reading
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Why You Can Trust Skylights
Updated on October 29th, 2014
The most effective way to improve the atmosphere and indoor ambiance of your home is also the way that’s most likely...Continue Reading
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3M Blue Painters Tape – Masking Tape That Works
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Masking walls and trim effectively on your next painting job isn’t as easy as it looks, and ordinary masking tapes...Continue Reading
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If you're into woodworking or home improvements, your life will be better if you understand how innovation has made...Continue Reading