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Black mildew on fresh paint
Q: We painted our house last spring, but now there’s a black mildew growth on porch columns and other exterior trim (see photo). We stripped the old paint, sanded, primed with…
Miter-Saw Blades
How much does a good cut cost?
The Challenges of Painting Kitchens and Baths
For paint to stand up to these hard-working rooms, the surfaces must be clean, and the finishes must be durable.
Clean clothes for tilesetters
If I installed more tile, I’d probably learn to avoid getting thinset mortar all over my clothes. But as I finished up a floor the other day, I realized that…
Mini-Roller Cleanup Trick
A mini foam roller cover is the key to cleaning and painting hard-to-reach places.
The Art of Pressure Washing
There's no better way to prepare a house for painting, but be careful you're not doing more harm than good.
Protecting A House During Construction
A scratched door, a chipped tub, or a broken window can sour a project in a heartbeat.
Another way to clear those hairballs
Mark Rabe’s technique for Clearing a clogged shower drainsounds like a good solution. But if you don’t happen to have a 12-in. reciprocating-saw blade on hand, you might give this technique…
Keep that porch floor looking new
Q: I have a beautiful Douglas-fir floor on my covered porch. The wood is exposed to the elements (sun, rain, and snow). What is the best way to keep it looking…
Clearing a clogged shower drain
This morning, I noticed that the water was backing up a bit in our shower, and I knew that once again, the time had come to extract the hairball from…

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