In this issue, my trip west comes to an end, a salute to Veterans on this Veterans Day, CFL bulb update, tool news regarding Stanley and Black and Decker, a helpful tip for you and the next owner, a great 3D gift idea, an unbelievable Stain Solver story, and my latest columns and videos.
Replacing toilet parts is a job that most home owners can tackle. Flush toilet parts are readily available and most use similar replacement toilet parts.
Selecting the right tub faucet is a major decision. There are antique tub faucets, roman tub faucets, claw foot tub faucets and more. But is the tub faucet the first item to select? Or is it the tub?
A soapstone countertop looks great. However, soapstone kitchen countertops require a lot of care. Here are some of the soapstone countertops pros and cons.
There are lots of wood burning fireplace accessories to pick for your fireplaces. Fireplace tools come in a variety of materials and finishes. Quality should be a major consideration when selecting the proper wood fireplace accessories.
The roofing contractor selected to replace the roofing on your house should have experience and all the required insurance certifications. Joel Cornelius Roofing was the roofing company selected to do my roofing services.
In this issue, follow-up on the light bulb warning, ice and water membranes, Happy Birthday, Larry Eisinger, testing a wet/dry vacuum, help wanted for AsktheBuilder.com, reporting errors on Google Maps, and hose bib tip for cold weather.
Beware when purchasing solid color stain. Some paints are sold as solid wood stains. A high-quality exterior paint might be better suited for your paint job.
In this issue, the new AsktheBuilder Disclosure Policy as required by the FTC, a tip when replacing a light bulb, matching wood stain, latest videos and columns from AsktheBuilder, and cracks in new stucco.