Spring/Summer Home Improvement 2023
12 Stories • Available March 2023
Upgrade Your Old Kitchen Cabinets
Dear James: My kitchen cabinets are still in excellent condition but are 20 years old. Is it possible to just repaint the cabinets instead of replacing them for a new look? -- Billy T. Dear Bil
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 Edd
Painless Decluttering
If you think organizing your home or getting your personal affairs in order requires a lot of time, you might be right. However, if you feel that you just don't have enough time to spend on these
Summer Is Time To Build A Patio
Summer is here, and it's time to do outdoor projects. A project that will have long-lasting benefits is installing a patio. Depending on the configuration of your backyard, you may have a choice
Being Floored
What is the one thing that all of your guests will use when they come into your home? Are you stumped? The one thing every guest will use when they walk into your house is the floor. And yet,
Imagine Your Garden
Winter is when imagination and hope make everything possible in the garden. It's the perfect time to design the restful retreat, beautiful balcony, wildlife sanctuary, kid-friendly play space or
Up On The Housetop
In the 19th century, many coastal communities featured "widow's walks" at the top of their homes. The daunting name, supposedly, was used because the wives of many seagoing mariners would be able
Suite Heart
Your primary bedroom is the place to relax, sleep and enjoy your personal space. Typically, it is the largest bedroom in the home. If you're lucky, the adjoining suite includes a bathroom; walk-i
Kitchen Efficient
We've all heard the kitchen be referred to as the heart of the home. This makes sense, as it truly is the space in our homes that we tend to spend the most of our time in. This may be for the mor
Let There Be Light
Changing the lighting features in a room can be a quick, easy and inexpensive way to change the look and feel of the space. In one day, or in one weekend, without painting or doing any heavy lift
Art And Soul
No matter where Michele Taylor moves, she hangs her favorite painting in the living room, where it becomes a focal point for all her visitors to see. "One of our sons is an artist and he created
Inside And Out
The blend of indoor-outdoor living isn't just a trend. It's here to stay. According to a study of more than 300 architects and designers -- "The Future of Home Design," conducted by the New Hom
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