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Replace Bathroom Sink With Pedestal-Type Sink Apr. 11, 2024
Dear James: I'd like to inexpensively upgrade my bathroom by adding a new pedestal sink. What are so... Read More
Should You Replace the Roof? Apr. 04, 2024
Dear James: A dark spot appears on the ceiling after a rain. The roof is not terribly old. How can I... Read More
Apply Faux Painting Like a Pro Mar. 28, 2024
Dear James: I would like the appearance of faux painting in my living room, but it looks complicated... Read More
A Pizza Challenge Mar. 21, 2024
Some consider pizza the perfect food. It has complex carbohydrates, vegetables, dairy and protein. O... Read More
Should I Be My Own Home Contractor? Mar. 21, 2024
Dear James: We plan to build our dream house, but the price quotes are outrageous now. Does it make ... Read More
Replace Your Floor With Sheet Vinyl Mar. 14, 2024
Dear James: I want new sheet vinyl flooring in my kitchen. The last one cracked too quickly. What sh... Read More
How to Clean Suede Shoes and Keep Them Looking Sharp Mar. 11, 2024
Suede shoes are a timeless fashion statement, but let's face it, they're not the easiest to keep cle... Read More
Remove Dark Mildew Stains on Grout Mar. 07, 2024
Dear James: Our bathroom must have been remodeled several times because it has some glossy and matte... Read More
Proper Sandpaper Makes Projects Easier Feb. 29, 2024
Dear James: Our century-old house has natural woodwork, but most should be refinished. How do I deci... Read More
Simple-To-Build Doghouse Feb. 22, 2024
Dear James: We have a dog that spends much of his time outdoors in our fenced yard, so we need to bu... Read More
Make Proper Angle Cuts on Crown Molding Feb. 15, 2024
Dear James: I like the look of crown molding for my dining room, but I am having trouble getting the... Read More
6 Houseplants That Are Really Hard to Kill Feb. 14, 2024
I love houseplants, and boy, do I have some beauties! The truth is I don't have a green thumb; I jus... Read More
Great Readers and Their Great Tips Feb. 12, 2024
Have I told you lately how much I love my readers? Especially those who send me messages, questions,... Read More
An Easy Solution for a Big Oops! Feb. 08, 2024
Dear Cheapskate: Help! I dripped latex paint on my new carpeting and discovered it too late. It drie... Read More
Install a Locking Storm Door Handle Yourself Feb. 08, 2024
Dear James: The handle and lock on my back storm/screen door has broken from years of use. Is that s... Read More
The Great Mystery of Household Accumulation Feb. 01, 2024
Have you ever noticed that no matter the size of your apartment, condominium, house, garage, drawers... Read More
Hang a Ceiling Fan Properly and Safely Feb. 01, 2024
Dear James: I bought a ceiling fan two summers ago and am just getting around to installing it this ... Read More
Don't Pump the Mascara Jan. 25, 2024
Dear Cheapskate: I'm tired of paying $9 for mascara that gets all dried out and clumpy after just a ... Read More
Make a Simple Extra Loft Bed Jan. 25, 2024
Dear James: I am thinking about converting a small storage room into an extra bedroom for my son. Ad... Read More
Replace Old Fixture With Track Lighting Jan. 18, 2024
Dear James: I think track lighting would be a good alternative to my old ceiling fixtures in my kitc... Read More
