You may wonder how I got my start as a builder. The hook was set in Boy Scouts, when I obtained my home repairs merit badge. I then helped pay my way through college working on the weekends and during the summer for a man who restored old homes that he bought out of foreclosure….
Add a Cultured Marble Liner in Shower Stall
Dear James: The grout in my tile shower stall is a mess and I am tired of cleaning the grout. Is adding a synthetic cultured marble liner a good idea and is the material very durable?—Miles M. Dear Miles: Tile is very durable, and most houses use it in showers, but most require regular cleaning…
A Historic California Cottage
Situated in Montecito’s coveted Hedgerow neighborhood, this historic cottage with an impressive pedigree features a charming pool house, all set on an oversized, beautifully landscaped lot. Viewed from the rear lawn, across the pool and past the pool house, this charming residence is an ideal place to raise a family or entertain. (Matt Wier for…
On Saving Money and Spreading Manure
As you may know, the mission of this column is to discover ways to save time and money every day. You help me by sending me your great tips, tricks, and ideas; I help you by boiling it all down here. That answers what the column is for, but why should you read this column?…
Unsteady Heartbeat May Be Normal In Dog
Q: I adopted a pit bull who had lost one ear in the fighting ring, so I named him van Gogh. He is a healthy, sweet, gentle guy who loves to snuggle. When we lie on the couch watching television and my arm drapes across his chest, I sometimes notice that his heart beats in…
Justin Rhodes’s Homesteading Journey: How an Entrepreneur Became the ‘Crazy Chicken Ninja’
February 1, 2023
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If the COVID-19 pandemic taught the American people anything, it’s that the institutions and systems we have held up and relied upon for decades are deeply flawed. This fact became painfully evident when grocery store shelves emptied, when farmers had to kill excess livestock due to supply chain interruptions, when conveniences that had been taken…
How to Clean a Bathroom Sink and Keep It Looking Pristine
In the time between your morning and nighttime routines, your bathroom sink gathers all sorts of gross buildup. Blobs of toothpaste, makeup spills, soapy residue, hard water spots and more can collect on the surface throughout the day, creating some serious grime that can’t simply be rinsed away when you wash your hands. A daily…
The Wonders of Epsom Salt
I can recall vividly—and count on one hand—the migraine headaches I’ve had in my life, all of which were before age 10. Once I turned double digits, I outgrew them … until a couple of months ago. With no warning at all, there I was back to my 8-year-old self, flat on my back with…
The Four Critical Components of Homeowners Associations (HOAs)
Dear Monty: We are considering buying a home in a homeowners association. The agent calls it an HOA. We have heard both positive and negative reviews about the concept. Are homeowners associations a good idea? Monty’s Answer: There are many homeowners associations. Estimates vary, but the U.S. Census Bureau has published data on the number…
Here Are 2023′s Top Colors for Painting Your Home Office
A new year means a new look. With more people working inside of their homes than ever, now is the perfect time to consider giving that home office a new coat of paint. But don’t just recoat it. Give it a new personality by using one of this year’s top home office paint color trends….
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