Plumbing Gadgets of the Future
At the 1933-34 World Fair in Chicago, the “toilet of the future” boasted a “2 1/2 inch passageway, larger than any other one-piece toilet!” That was probably pretty impressive at …
Maintenance
5 DIY Outdoor Winterization Projects
Most homeowners focus their attention on the inside of their homes when preparing for winter. However, areas outside of the home should not be neglected when preparing for the cold. …
Sprucing up Your Spring Lawn
The first hints of spring find the aisles of nurseries and garden stores stacked high with pallets of fertilizer, weed killer and plant food. Winter is exhausting both for people …
Spring Composting 101
The sun is warmer, the ground is softer and green leaves are starting to poke out everywhere you look. It’s time to get healthy soil back into your yard and …
How to Install Patio Pavers
Installing pavers is a challenging but rewarding project for the do-it-yourselfer. After all, any project you can hang out on after completing it is a winner in my book. Here’s …
Outdoor Motion Lights For Safety and Security
Installing outdoor motion lights is one of those win-win-win DIY projects that is particularly important to finish right now before winter’s short, cold days shut down any outdoor tasks till …
How to Build a Shed
Jump-start your spring cleaning by building a simple shed to help reduce household clutter. This small, do-it-yourself project is an inexpensive option for your storage needs. Keep in mind: the …
Which Gutter Guard is Right for You?
Cleaning gutters is a messy chore, but if gutters become impacted with debris, they can’t do their job. Additionally, if you have a clogged gutter, water cascades over the top, …
Maintain An Outdoor Deck
Homeowners often overlook deck maintenance needs that go beyond the occasional stain job. Termites, animals, water damage, erosion and any ground movement can all lead to a weakened deck, and …
Curb Appeal Ideas
When it comes to houses, we get used to what we see every day. And what we see might not be what other people see. So every now and then, …
