I bet you never thought about the eco-side of a makeover in your home. But if you replace you counter top, install a new tub, or build a new deck all of that old stuff ends up in a landfill. For many of us it’s just a slight change that we need to spruce things [...]

Few things come in as much variety as tiles. They range from nonvitreous, which absorb water and are used only on walls, to vitreous, which are impervious to water and can be used in shower stalls. Beyond that, tiles come in three distinct types. Learn these, and you’ll impress any tile setter you even happen [...]

Tune in for new episodes of HouseSmarts starting March 13th.  We’ve made sure that good eatin is on the menu.

Here is my latest batch of things you can repair or maintain around your home in 15 minutes or less, really!

Congratulations: You’ve found the home of your dreams.
It’s in the perfect neighborhood, with the right number of bedrooms and bathrooms—and nothing has ever looked so appealing. But before you sign the sales contract, take a step back to make sure you’re falling in love for the right reasons.