Maintenance & Tools

8 Really Good Tips For Hanging Curtains

Curtains add to the beauty of the room and are as important to the finished design as art and...

The Art Of Scything

Scything may seem like an antiquated method of harvest and weed control, but improved tools...

Tips For Power Washing

If you are starting to spend more time outside or preparing to sell your home as the weather...

What's Wrong With Batt Insulation?

Fiberglass batts are the commonest insulation materials used in home building, yet the vast...

Snow Removal Etiquette

Granted, snow removal usually isn't something to write The Ethicist about, but like any outdoor...

We Tested It: Homemade Driveway Deicers

Maybe you have some slippery front steps and Grandma's on her way over, or your '78 Camaro...

Fixing Drafty Windows The Common Sense Way

It's simple, but often ignored advice: Fix your drafty windows. You're paying for heat. Do...

A Guide To Safely Removing Snow From The Roof

The two very best ways to hurt yourself while clearing snow from your roof are 1) falling off...