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Add a Window Seat for Storage Sep. 26, 2024

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Dear James: We could certainly use some additional storage space in our bedrooms. As kids, we used t... Read More

Simple-To-Build Small Cabin Sep. 19, 2024

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Dear James: I have some rustic land located by a pond. I would like to have a small weekend cabin bu... Read More

Use Borate To Preserve Lumber Sep. 12, 2024

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Dear James: We have problems with insect damage in our area. When doing a major remodeling project, ... Read More

Remodel Bathroom in Correct Order Sep. 05, 2024

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Dear James: My elderly mother is moving in, so I need to add another bathroom. What are the major de... Read More

Build a New Fence for Privacy Aug. 29, 2024

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Dear James: I live in a house on a sloping lot and want to add a privacy fence around the backyard. ... Read More

Install New Garbage Disposal Aug. 22, 2024

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Dear James: Our old garbage disposal is noisy after years of our kids dropping forks in it. If I buy... Read More

Many Simple Repairs for Toilets Aug. 15, 2024

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Dear James: My house has two and a half bathrooms and each of the toilets has problems such as inad... Read More

Remove Old Wood Deck Film Sealer Aug. 08, 2024

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Dear James: The beautiful dark stain that I put on my wood deck a few years ago is starting to peel ... Read More

Use Membrane To Repair Low Roof Aug. 01, 2024

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Dear James: We had the roof partially raised to convert the attic into living space. The relatively ... Read More

Proper Pocket Door Installation Technique Jul. 25, 2024

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Dear James: I like pocket doors because they save floor space, but they often don't glide smoothly i... Read More

Replace Wood Soffit With Low-Maintenance Aluminum Jul. 18, 2024

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Dear James: I am tired of having to paint soffit on my ranch house. I think installing aluminum soff... Read More

Permanent Fix for Driveway Potholesv Jul. 11, 2024

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Dear James: My old driveway gets some new potholes each year I need to fix. What is a good way to do... Read More

Update Kitchen Countertop With Stenciling Jul. 04, 2024

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Dear James: I am on a tight family budget, but I want to do something to upgrade my old kitchen lami... Read More

Select the Best Remodeling Contractor Jun. 27, 2024

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Dear James: I just bought an older house that is going to need quite a remodeling project. Do you ha... Read More

Tips for Dust Mites Jun. 25, 2024

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Dear Readers: One of the more interesting letters we received recently concerned dust mites, which a... Read More

Smaller Tools Are Convenient for Smaller Gardeners Jun. 20, 2024

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Dear James: I am living in my first house and would like to add a deck myself. I am fairly petite, s... Read More

Add a Beadboard Plank Ceiling Jun. 13, 2024

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Dear James: I would like to add some unique ceiling during our dining room remodel project. Is beadb... Read More

Make an Attractive, Functional Garden Bridge Jun. 06, 2024

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Dear James: There is a low spot that's always wet between my patio and gardens. I think a small deco... Read More

Add a Staircase to a New Bedroom May. 30, 2024

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Dear James: I want to add an attractive permanent stairway to our new attic bedroom remodel. I want ... Read More

From Ashes to Sparkling Clean Fireplace Glass May. 29, 2024

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I could sit for hours reading all the clever, helpful, often already known tips, tricks and hacks my... Read More