One of the best ceiling coverups is tiles set in a metal grid, especially in a basement to conceal pipes and wires. But the metal grid can become pitted and rusted over time, so you have two options. You can remove the tiles, and prime and paint the grid for a fresh new appearance. Or…
Install a Multifloor Threshold
We all know how replacing the flooring material in a room can change its appearance, creating a unified new surface for furnishings. If that’s in your plans, spend some time deciding how the new surface will transition to the level of flooring in the hallway or adjoining room. If you’re in a newer home with…
Install a Humidity Sensor Fan Control
After taking a hot shower in a poorly ventilated bathroom, there’s often an unpleasant and damp feeling. Over time the buildup of humidity creates the creeping growth of mold and mildew on surfaces. In a one-bathroom home with several family members it can become a real issue. The solution is a device that detects changes…
Using the Humble Plumbing Loop Vent for Kitchen Islands
Have you heard the old saying, “You don’t know what you don’t know”? It’s an axiom homeowners should always keep in mind when thinking about the mechanical and structural systems hidden behind the plaster or drywall of their homes — especially the plumbing drain and vent system. I’ve been a master plumber since 1981, and…
Install Interior Shutters
Interior shutters complement many different decorating styles, so they are the go-to window treatment in many homes. Shutters with sharp, defined lines make them a natural choice in contemporary interiors, and their classic good looks make them ideal for traditional furnishings as well. The width of the louver varies from as narrow as one inch…
What Summer Projects Can I Still Complete?
By Paul F. P. Pogue From Ask Angi With summer more than halfway over, you’ve probably completed your big jobs and may be kicking up your feet before you start to think about fall prep. But some work is actually perfect for the dog days of summer. Here are jobs you can still get done…
Install a Bathtub Door
Looking for an easy upgrade to a bathtub? Replace a shower curtain with a sliding tub door with panels of tempered safety glass or mirror. You’ll find several styles with sleek tracks and frames made of polished brass, nickel, silver and white finishes, and you can coordinate the new door with fixtures and accessories. Many…
Painted Floors Are Having a Moment
Not just for pretty porches and coastal cottages, painted floors are taking over home interiors. Images of quaint, rustic country homes or sprawling Southern porches may come to mind when you think of painted floors, and for fans of classic design, the trend is nothing new. But the latest looks prove painted floors are for…
Caulk Like a Pro: How to Get Flawless Lines Every Time
Caulk fills and seals gaps around doors, windows, sinks, tubs, toilets, pipes, and wiring. It gives edges an attractive, seamless finish and keeps water and bugs from getting into the house where they can cause damage. Properly sealing windows, doors, and even your garage door is also a sure way to help to reduce heating…
Reduce Noise From Outdoors and Indoors
Dear James: We are in the planning stage of our new house and want it to be quieter than our current one. What design features should we consider to make it more soundproof? — Eddie F. Dear Eddie: Noise generated from indoors, especially if you have children, can often be louder and more annoying than…
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