Home Improvement Articles (Sorted by popularity)

Wooden Window Shutters-Exploring the Various Types of Wood

One of the most important facets of your wooden shutters is the wood that they are made from. Basswood is the favorite for interior wooden shutters. This tree averages a height of around 65 feet and is considered a renewable resource, which means...
Charles AmithOctober 09, 2006

Finding The Right Charcoal Grill

Cooking with a charcoal grill can provide a flavor that isn't found when cooking with seemingly more modern gas grills. A good charcoal grill will give the meat you cook a classic BBQ flavor.
Homer StandSeptember 10, 2006

Don't Purchase A Fireplace Until You Read This

Have you decided the allure of a warm, toasty fire is something you can no longer resist? Is the purchase of a fireplace in your future? There are many options depending on your needs, where you plan on installing the fireplace, and your budget.
D RuplingerDecember 06, 2005

Avoid Problems Painting Aluminum and Vinyl Siding

Anyone with older aluminum siding is well aware of the paint chalking problem. Just rub your hand along the old siding and the chalky old paint will be all over your palm. Trying to get paint to stick to this could be a real problem.
Robert ClarkeSeptember 12, 2005

Gazebos and Garden Design

From the budding gardener to the more experienced backyard horticulturist, everyone involved in gardening seems to be looking at ways to enhance their overall gardening experience.
Holly MastersNovember 28, 2005

Bathroom Remodeling Information and Ideas

When homeowners decide to do home improvement, they think the bathroom. This is the place where one can get away from all the stresses in life. By redesigning your bathroom cabinets, sinks, bath tubs or even the floor, you can turn your bathroom...
Keith HoyngDecember 22, 2005

Making Your Kitchen Work for You

(ARA) - The kitchen often becomes a family hub, the heart of the home for daily activity and entertaining. For this reason, the design of a kitchen space should address how the room is used on a daily basis.
Barbara Schmidt (ARA Content)September 21, 2002

Easy Rose Planting

Planting roses is fairly simple gardening stuff. The first thing is to never let the rose roots dry out. If you do, the rose will either perform poorly the first year or simply die.
Doug GreenApril 05, 2006

Laminate Flooring Defined: Characteristics of laminate floors

Laminate flooring is becoming more and more popular today in North America and all over the world, although it started as a European innovation. However, despite the fact that laminate flooring is popular, there are a great many misconceptions and...
Rob JonesAugust 22, 2006

Roofing FAQ: Basic Roof Problems

* What are some of the typical causes of roof problems?There are different types of roof problems, and it is best to be aware of them so you can avoid shortening the life span of the roof. Some typical roof problems are:Not enough maintenance done.
Rae FaknerNovember 23, 2006