All You Need to Know About Basement Drains
Keep your basement dry and everything in it free from water damage with just a few key drainage systems and strategies.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, basements are
The Dos and Don’ts of Waterproofing Basement Walls
Troubleshoot the causes and find the solutions to wet basement walls – the sooner, the better, to maintain the integrity of your home.
Because they’re
Solved! What to Do When a Garage Door is Not Opening
If your garage door isn’t opening to let your car out in the morning or back in at the end of the day, follow this troubleshooting guide to find
Dos and Don’ts of Finishing Basement Walls
Find out what it takes to successfully “finish” a basement’s concrete walls to create a comfortable living space down below.
With the cost of living space
5 Great Ways to Heat a Garage in Winter
Keep the garage warm this winter with these key heating and insulating measures, and you’ll have a comfortable space to work year-round.
The typical garage
10 Ways to Improve Your Garage Lighting
Whether you use it for parking your car, as a workshop, a storage hub, or all of the above, you need good lighting in your garage. Yet garages tend to be poorly
Top Tips for Choosing a Rain Shower Head
I hate my shower! Well, actually, it’s my shower head that I don’t like. Granted, it’s better than the standard fixture that most bathrooms come with, and
Easy Bathroom Makeover
When I first purchased my weekend house in Upstate New York, I knew that the bathroom would need to be remodeled.
There were many things that I liked about the room, including the
Fresh Powder (Room): The 12-Year Kitchen
We can tell a lot about how previous generations lived by looking at the houses they built. For example, they clearly didn’t have as much “stuff” as we do,
Kid-Friendly Bathroom Design
When my husband and I lived in New York City with our two young girls, we had a single bathroom in our one-bedroom apartment. And it was small. If you’re a parent, you probably
Fun with Plumbing: Creating a Personalized Shower Experience
I must admit to a certain hedonistic streak when it comes to bathing, be it a long hot soak in the winter or a wonderfully cool and refreshing
9 Designer Tips to Maximize Small Bathroom Design
Small baths can live large when designed with care. Choosing the right materials, fixtures, and fittings is key, as is thoughtful spacing planning and
The New Apron-Front Sinks
YESTERDAY AND TODAY
Apron-front sinks—also known as farmhouse sinks—can pose significant installation challenges. But as these farm sinks have grown in popularity, in part
Top Tips for Adding Cabinets in the Bathroom
WEIGH YOUR OPTIONS
You’re stuck with a small bathroom. Well, that doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t fit in everything you need. Where square footage
Bathroom Sinks That Rise Above the Rest
Unlike standard bathroom sinks, vessel designs sit above the counter surface. Reminiscent of historical bedroom washstands that consisted of a wash basin and pitcher