Home & Garden

How to Pick a Paint Color You Will Love You’ll live with it for years, so don’t rush the decision When the time comes to paint, too many homeowners dash off to the store, grab some tiny samples and spend just a few minutes selecting a color. And sometimes that works out just fine. Other … Read moreHow to Pick a Paint Color You Will Love

How to Attach Mirror to Wall Safe, secure and exactly where you want it A heavy mirror hung the wimpy way is just plain dangerous. If it comes down, it will damage the baseboard and floor and might send glass shards flying. But there’s really no reason to worry about it; hanging a mirror securely … Read moreHow to Attach Mirror to Wall

Hanging Pictures on Wall Perfectly Hang pictures straight and level Perfection is possible — if you know a few tricks Hanging a single picture is as easy as nailing a hook to the wall. But when you want to hang two or more aligned with each other, things get complicated. Here’s how pros achieve perfection … Read moreHanging Pictures on Wall Perfectly

Best Faucets for Kitchen Sink Style matters, but don’t ignore the practical factors Most people choose a faucet based on looks alone. And that’s a mistake. Style does matter, but you can usually get the look you want without compromising on other things. Ceramic parts are tiny, but tough. Friction and particles in water slowly … Read moreBest Faucets for Kitchen Sink – How to Choose

How to Choose Flooring That You Will Love They all look good at first—but some look better longer Flooring is a big deal. It’s a major expense and a long-term commitment. And few things can make or break your home’s appearance like flooring can. Here’s some expert orientation to put you on a path that … Read moreHow to Choose Flooring That You Will Love

How to Decorate smart – Designer advice for sensible style The first law of decorating: Start with limited-choice items Paint comes in a million colors, so you’ll have no trouble finding a color that works with the new sofa. But finding a sofa to complement your paint may be a hopeless quest. So choose a sofa … Read moreHow to Decorate Smart – Designer Advice

How to Cut Remodeling Costs Your choices can save money or squander it A major remodel requires hundreds of decisions. And every one of those decisions affects the cost—some in big ways, some in small ways. Here’s some pro advice for making cost-conscious choices. Get bids during the slow season Most building trades cycle through … Read moreHow to Cut Remodeling Costs