Home Building & Renovations

Do you cringe when guests come over and see your kitchen? Does your kitchen look like it is trapped in the seventies? Perhaps it is time for a kitchen update. You can easily, and cheaply, transform your kitchen into a showcase.

After many years of use, an old bathtub can become cracked or chipped. Daily wear and the buildup of corrosive materials can weaken a bathtub and lead to disrepair.

Matching aluminum siding is a problem that many homeowners face, and there might not be an easy solution. Do you have problem siding that you just can't match? Find out how to match your siding or make another option work.

Drywall (or gypsum board), one of the most common building materials of our time, hasn't always been as popular as it is now.

So much depends on the right basement flooring. Get it right the first time.

When we think of ceramic tile patterns, the first thing that comes to mind is the standard 4-1/4 inch squares laid in a simple grid. But there is a wide variety of ceramic tile patterns that can add pizzazz to your home and increase the value as well

How often do you look at your floors when you walk through your home? When you do look, are you excited about what you see? It may be time to look at the different home flooring options available to you.

Remodeling your kitchen is an easy way to increase the value of your home. If you are thinking of remodeling your kitchen but find the idea a bit daunting, you need to start the project with a solid plan.

While cleaning a ceramic tile floor is easy, there are pitfalls that you should avoid to keep your tile and grout in pristine condition.

Bare wooden stairs can be a safety hazard, especially for small children wearing only socks. Installing carpet on stairs is a good way to protect the stairs and the people who use them.

Converting your garage into living quarters can be a smart way to stretch your renovation budget.

Hiring a good contractor who has a contractor's license and insurance is half the battle, but there are other things you should be aware of as well. Who you choose to run your home renovation project can make all the difference.

Bathroom renovations can make a big improvement on your home's resale value, and they are easy to complete on your own.

A mobile home is an inexpensive option for many people. When you decide you need more room, mobile home additions could be a money saving solution.

Corian countertops are made from an acrylic-based material. The Dupont company has sold these countertops for over 40 years. Corian differs from other countertops in that the surface can be -renewed' by sanding or buffing.

Just as important as the carpet material that you pick, your carpet pad will help prolong the life of your carpet.  Carpet pads come in a variety of materials and forms. Choosing the right carpet pad means pairing your needs with the type of carpet you've purchased.

Hanging drywall is a basic job, but it takes some artistry and skill to get it right. Learn some helpful drywall tips from a professional contractor.

Want to install ceramic tile floors, walls or backsplashes but don't know how? It's easier than you think. One of the first things you need to know is how to cut ceramic tile.

Screening-in an existing porch or building a porch addition is a great way to increase your living space.

Fiberglass bathtubs have earned a spot in many people's bathrooms, but does one belong in yours?