Posts with tag diy

Lead Poisoning in Old Homes: DIYers Beware

WASHINGTON -- If you've been putting off repairing a peeling windowsill, or you're thinking of knocking out a wall, listen up: Check how old your house is. You may need to take steps to protect your kids from dangerous lead. The risk of lead-based paint from older homes is back in the news, as the government considers... Continue Reading »

Curb Appeal Stunner: Before and After Craftsman

For all you curb appeal skeptics out there, get a load of this stunning Craftsman from our sister site, DIYLife. While the 1913 home certainly had charm before the renovation (pictured above), this thoughtful redesign takes the property to a whole new level. Best of all, the most striking change was probably the easiest... Continue Reading »

Home Improvement: Do It Yourself or Hire a Contractor?

Knowing whether or not tackle a home improvement yourself can seem simple: Match the project's degree of difficulty to your own skill level and make a decision, right? Although that line of thinking is a solid jumping-off point, you need to consider other factors before deciding whether you're better off picking up a... Continue Reading »

Ex-Rapper Vanilla Ice Flips Houses in Florida

Move over Tim Allen. Another '90s-vintage celebrity -- Robert Van Winkle, aka America's first white rapper, Vanilla Ice -- will star in his own home improvement show. "The Vanilla Ice Project," ten half-hour episodes beginning Oct. 14 on the DIY network, hopes to sell audiences on unscripted laughs from the drama and... Continue Reading »

Flooring for Your Home: What Are Your Options?

Whether you are building a new home or are renovating and planning to replace your home's current flooring, prepare to be amazed at the array of selections that are available today. Whether you choose laminate flooring, hardwood, tiles or carpets, you can't go wrong -- it's all in the mood you want to create for your room.... Continue Reading »

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