Articles tagged: homes

HOME & GARDEN: Careful prep work is the first step for painting your home like a pro

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Posted: Apr 13, 2012

Hi Keith, I’m going to paint the exterior of my lapped wood siding home. Although I look forward to it, I only want to do it once in the next 10-15 years. I’ve seen others ... Read more »

HOME & GARDEN: Consider how you'll use it when designing your dream deck

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Posted: Mar 16, 2012

Hi Keith, We have been saving for our dream deck. We are ready to get started so we can enjoy it this spring. Can you give us some advice on how to design it?—Robert G, ... Read more »

Home & Garden: Bicycle enthusiasts modify home to accommodate their hobby

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Posted: Mar 01, 2012

Many hobbies can creep up on us and eventually take over if we do not provide the needed room. These can be pets or things. Collecting thimbles or shot glasses is one thing, but activities ... Read more »

Home & Garden: Home gets additional second-floor space with bump-out

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Posted: Feb 23, 2012

So many floor plans make little sense, posing the question: "What were they thinking?" In most cases elements were added like boxes to fit into the available space. The truth is that many of these ... Read more »

HOME & GARDEN: 7 Tips for purchasing a walk-in tub

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Posted: Feb 17, 2012

Hi Keith,My father lives alone in Pinckney, and I am concerned about his safety. We considered assisted living, and he does not want that as an option, nor do we want him to be there. ... Read more »