Home Improvements
Mirrors don't have to be kitschy
8 tricks to enhance interior architecture
12 tips for a successful aging-in-place remodel
Focus on doors, lighting and bathroom
Folly architecture adds mystique to garden
4 design elements that stimulate more than just the eye
Attic insulation for homeowners on a budget
Although messy, blown-in cellulose offers best bang for the buck
Dryer vent do's and don'ts
Why you should avoid corrugated plastic piping at all costs
Salvage yard treasure hunting tips
How to tell good buys from those that aren't worth your time
Work smarter, not harder, on DIY projects
6 common-sense tips to save time, avoid mistakes
When to file a home insurance claim
Some losses are not covered, and deductible may not even justify it
4 musts when hiring a home improvement contractor
If you're searching the Yellow Pages, you haven't done your homework
Know your appliances' operating costs
'Kill A Watt' measures power usage, translates into dollars and cents
Water conservation efforts now targeting multifamily housing
EPA's WaterSense program can mitigate impact of droughts, rising water costs
Ceiling fan provides relief in 2 ways
Varying blades' rotation and speed can better distribute cool and warm air, lower energy costs
Home design using elements of surprise
The real trick is knowing when to break the pattern
Are your vapor barriers helping or hurting?
Tips for knowing when and where to install
'Mysterious architecture' creates drama, suspense
Intriguing spaces are more memorable than those that simply function
There's more than one way to hang a shelf
Installation tips for 3 unique shelving options
Is your townhome's firewall up to code?
What to check when assessing partition wall between units
How not to vent your clothes dryer
Piping exhaust into garage through lint bag raises fire risk, decreases efficiency
Nothing says quality like a front door
10 things to know before choosing a material and lockset
Programmable thermostats enter the mobile age
Remote operation, people detection among cool new features
Unventilated crawl spaces gaining favor
3 essentials to keep area airtight and moisture-free
First impressions are made at the front door
Home's entrance is seldom high on remodeling priorities
4 affordable improvements to make to your home now
Mood of the Market
Quality tools that do-it-yourselfers will appreciate
12 gift ideas priced from $36 to $300
How to fix floating floors that are warping
Rookie installer's mistake is to blame
