Despite living in a very high-tech world, natural wood remains a hugely popular choice for fencing material. But technology has allowed the choices of material, style and treatment to expand enormously even when choosing wood.
Cedar continues to be selected by millions. It’s attractive, insect and rot-resistant, and comes in a variety of shades. Western [...]

Water damage is the enemy of all homeowners. It rots wood, producing mold and weakened support. It leads to foul odors and potential electrical hazards. Combating it can be time consuming and expensive. But the alternative is worse.
Tackle any sign of a leak at the first opportunity.
A leak doesn’t have to be an active drip. [...]

Modern technology comes to home and garden a little less obviously than, say, consumer electronics. But the benefits are just as real and valuable. Vinyl fencing is a case in point.
Vinyl fencing is long lived. Since it’s a kind of plastic it can weather wind and rain for a decade or more and still [...]

Natural wood is a beautiful fencing material. Despite advances in technology that provide other options it remains the choice of many. But to keep it beautiful some treatment is needed. There is a vast range of choices.
The choice of wood itself will help provide some protection. Pressure treated lumber is the common means of [...]

Nothing quite achieves the look and feel of a natural wood fence. Vinyl is inexpensive and useful for certain applications. Chain link is indispensable in some areas. But even after the development of multiple high-tech options, a fence made of wood is still the preferred choice of millions.
But, even with some of that expertise [...]

Most homeowners have experienced the following unfortunate scenario: You enter the kitchen or bath, turn on the faucet and out comes water filled with sediment or minerals. You can see the build-up over time on the water cup or toothbrush holder. Sometimes unseen chlorine and other distasteful chemicals are the culprit.
Under-the-sink water purifiers to the [...]

Sealing pipes and hoses during plumbing projects is critical. That’s obvious. But how to do that correctly can be a little trickier than it looks.
The first tip follows the old mechanic’s rule: the right tool for the right job.
Select sealant according to its proper purpose. Use plumber’s putty for securing sink flanges when installing a [...]

Fences can provide privacy, security and a barrier to keep out unwanted animals. But nothing in that list implies that it can’t be beautiful, too. Ornamental fences come in a range of materials and styles as diverse as the homes they often surround. Each satisfies the need for individual taste in an attractive way.
Aluminum [...]

Toilet repairs run the gamut. It can be as extensive as a complete replacement or as simple as replacing a broken flush handle. All of them are well within the ability of the average do-it-yourselfer.
Leaks around the base are usually a sign that the toilet will have to be replaced. In some cases, it’s a [...]