If you live in a small home or apartment, your closets and cabinets can quickly become filled to capacity. Free up some of that storage space by putting favorite items on display instead of hiding them away. In the Kitchen: Cutting Boards Pretty wood or stone cutting boards don’t need to be shoved in a…
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10 Things to Know Before Building a Deck
Select Your Decking Materials Wood, either treated or naturally weather- and insect-resistant, is what is traditionally thought of for deck materials. However, composite decking is making inroads into deck building. The initial cost is higher, but over time you can actually save money when compared to cleaning, refinishing and ultimately replacing wood deck boards. Some…
DIY Budget-Friendly Outdoor Halloween Decorations
Mascot Greet trick-or-treaters with a scarecrow mascot. Give it a personality to match your style: scary or friendly, male or female, casual or formal. Use lumber to create the body: a 2×4 for the main post, a 1×4 for the shoulders and four more 1x4s for the arms. Use wood glue and fasteners to secure…
Storm Damage Inspections: a 5-Step Home Checklist
Every year, nor’easters, hurricanes and other major weather events do plenty of damage to the nation’s homes. Wind and rain can flood basements, wash out foundations and rip shingles from roofs. If you have had a storm like this pass through your area, it’s wise to have a storm damage inspection to check your home for needed repairs. Obvious storm damage,…