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What’s the Difference: Premixed All-Purpose Joint Compound
Heavyweight, lightweight, and midweight types are readily available and can be used straight from the bucket.
What's the Difference: Portable job-site heaters
Convection, radiant, and forced air models allow work to go on when temperatures get low
Can compact fluorescents emit warm light?
Q: I want to replace the incandescent lightbulbs in my house with compact fluorescents (CFL), but the bulbs I’ve seen in the past are too green for my taste. In shopping…
Thrifty Solutions for an Outdated Kitchen
Challenged by a tight budget, a contracting couple finds five affordable ways to gain luxury, convenience, and space.
A Concrete Countertop and Sink in a Single Pour
Formed and finished with off-the-shelf materials, a vanity top takes shape upside down.
Window Seats
Relaxing and comfortable, these built-ins might be the best seat in the house
Designing a Grilling Station
An architect offers safe, practical tips for building this open-air cooktop
How can I get a home-energy audit?
Q: I keep reading about blower-door tests and energy audits in your magazine. Can I rent a blower door? If not, how do I find someone to perform the test for…
Sheetrock & Shellac: Remodeling errors and triumphs
Justin Fink reviews David Owen's latest book
A Decisive Bathroom Remodel
A quick bathroom makeover turns into a total gut job

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