By Paul F. P. Pogue From Ask Angi Here’s a couple of words you never want to hear as a homeowner: “foundation repair.” The foundation literally holds up your house, and it’s under constant pressure from earth beneath it, the house above it and water pressure from all sides. Even the strongest foundation can crack…
Add a Washer Safety Valve
Who knew your clothes washing machine can create water damage in your home? The cause of the problem comes from the hose that connects to the water system; it can rupture or split. The damage occurs if the hose is left under pressure and it lets loose while no one is home and water flows…
$39 Million Buys “Once in a Lifetime” San Francisco Living
The old adage “once in a lifetime” is often used to amplify an opportunity or moment in time, but it’s apt in the case of this spectacular home in San Francisco’s Sea Cliff neighborhood. Listed for a cool $39 million, the former home of actress Sharon Stone is a grand display of style and exclusivity,…
Best of Treasures: Pallme-Konig Vase Impressive Jugendstil Find
By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson From Tribune News Service Dear Helaine and Joe: Enclosed is a picture of a 17-inch-tall glass vase with metal frame. I want to insure and/or sell it. I believe it is Bohemian glass by Palma Koenig. What would be the estimated value of this blue/green vase, which is in…
Plumber: Looking for a Water-Efficient Rain-Style Showerhead
By Ed Del Grande From Tribune News Service Q: Ed: Read your column on hot water recirculating systems for saving water and getting faster hot water to the shower. I’m looking into that and also want to install overhead-style showerheads. Do they make water-efficient rain heads? — Ty, Tennessee A: Saving water in the shower…
Style at Home: Beautiful Botanicals
By Katie Laughridge From Tribune News Service I have always been a big fan of botanicals in the home, starting as a young girl who wanted flowers on her wallpaper to an adult … who still wants flowers on her wallpaper. However, my husband and two sons don’t seem so keen on the idea, so…
Design Recipes: Keep Your Summer Projects Checklist on Track With These Tasks
By Cathy Hobbs From Tribune News Service Now that summer is approaching, for many, it signals lazy days and longer nights. The season may also be a wonderful time to catch up on maintenance projects and complete all of your to-do projects around the house. In general, a number of maintenance tasks can be done…
Summer Is Time to Build a Patio
Summer is here, and it’s time to do outdoor projects. A project that will have long-lasting benefits is installing a patio. Depending on the configuration of your backyard, you may have a choice between a deck and a patio. The installed price is often comparable depending on tractor access and the type of desired accessories,…
Under the Mediterranean Sun
When visiting Via Coquina in Palm Beach, Fla., we’re immediately transported to the shores of the Mediterranean Sea—to dolce vita days in Capri and al fresco summer nights in the Greek islands. The emporium’s expertly curated fine goods, from jewelry to home accessories, are crafted by master artisans, designed to be passed on as heirlooms…
Install a Stair Handrail
For safety’s sake, we added a hand railing to a basement stairway and regretted not doing it sooner. Since stairs are the location for many home accidents, the addition of a handrail to steady yourself, especially when carrying something, means safe passage. A handrail is also needed on a wide-open or steep stairway. Whichever direction…
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