Home ImprovementMold I have mold in my windows and in the corners of some of the rooms of my house. How dangerous is this stuff?
Home ImprovementShingles I want to lay new asphalt shingles on my roof. How far should the shingles overhang the edge of the roof?
Home ImprovementFinish I bought some unfinished, unstained pine furniture. I want to put a finish on the furniture, but I do not want a high-gloss finish. What are my other options, and what is the best method for applying the finish?
Home ImprovementAsbestos I recently bought a very old house. I am concerned that some of the insulation wrapped around the pipes leading from the hot-water tank is made of asbestos. How can I find out, and should I be concerned?
Home ImprovementFireplaces I installed a new furnace in my town house last year. Since then I have noticed that cooking odors and smoke are entering my house. I assume they are coming from my neighbors, since I never use my fireplace and always keep the damper shut. Is it possible the odors are coming from my chimney or furnace?
Home ImprovementPainting I've chosen a nice, dark decor paint for my dining room, but it doesn't seem to cover the color of the wall underneath. I've done four coats and I'm still not happy with the results. What am I doing wrong?
Home ImprovementClamps I have always put wood blocks between my clamps and workpieces to prevent marking the wood. I see that newer clamps have rubber protectors for this purpose that make assembly much easier. Can I buy these protectors for my old clamps?
Home ImprovementFireplaces-2 We have a floor-to-ceiling fireplace made of rock. Over the years, the rock has been discolored from escaping smoke. I want to know if it can be cleaned, and if there is any danger involved?
Home ImprovementFireplaces-1 I am thinking of converting my decorative fireplace into a working one. What are the standard safety precautions for a fireplace?