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Installing Crown Molding

Tom Silva shows you how to add sculptural interest to rooms with this architectural element… more

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Seasonal Upkeep: Get Ready for Winter

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Winter Construction Dome

Work 'tents' let your projects progress in the deep freeze

Preventing Ice Dams

Take care of trouble spots and you will enjoy a winter free of icicles—and the damage they can do to your roof

Get More Heat from Your Fireplace and Wood Stove

Convert any fireplace or wood stove into a pellet stove

Insulation Made From Mushrooms?

Yes. Students actually grew a new material designed to keep the heat in

Q&A

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Q: I’ve been thinking that we can save some money on our kitchen remodeling project by removing the old cabinets ourselves. But I haven’t the faintest idea of how to do that. Where should I start?
—Teresa Lyons-Cobo, San Pedro, Calif.

Read Tom Silva's Answer

Tips

Keep your home warmer by blocking cold air from blowing in around baseboard trim. Vacuum all dirt and dust from the joints between the trim and floor and along the top edge of the baseboard. Then, apply a thin bead of clear silicone sealant along both joints.