By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson From Tribune News Service (Editor’s Note: This article was originally published Dec. 2, 2019.) Dear Helaine and Joe: I wonder if you can identify the period, style and approximated age of the bedroom furniture in the attached photos. The pieces were found in the attic of an old house…
Ask Angi: How Can I Prevent Water Leaks?
By Paul F. P. Pogue From Ask Angi Water leaks may seem harmless, but they can quickly escalate into one of the biggest problems around your home. Not only do leaks waste water, but they can also send utility bills sky-high, invite mold growth, and cause expensive damage to your house. As you review your…
The 4 Essential Grilling Tools You Need This Summer
Grilling in the summer — when the weather is warm and the drinks are cold — is one of life’s simple and oh-so-lovely pleasures. Grilled chicken, homemade burgers, corn on the cob and a pitcher of something delicious and refreshing all add up to a great time. But in order to make some of your summer favorites, having access to a…
The Basic Tools Every Homeowner Should Have
Homeownership gives us a great sense of pride, joy, satisfaction—and stress. The right tools will help lower your blood pressure. And best of all, they’ll do it without breaking the bank. Consider that the average cost of an electrician is $40 to $100 per hour plus a $75 call-out fee, while a plumber will cost…
Ask a Designer: Advice for Couples Blending Two Homes Into One
For couples setting up a new home together, it’s a challenge: how to merge two sets of stuff and two decorating styles into one space they both can love. “Emotions get really high when it comes to your belongings if the person you’re choosing to spend the rest of your life with doesn’t love what…
Ask a Designer: Homes That Work for Both Kids and Grown-Ups
For new parents, the urge to keep little ones entertained and enriched can often lead to a home so full of baby gear and toys that grown-up style all but disappears. It doesn’t have to be like that. Designer Theodore Leaf of Los Angeles says he works with many clients trying to keep their whole…
Best of Treasures: Curved Cabinet Appears to Be in Horner Style
By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson From Tribune News Service Dear Helaine and Joe: I am trying to find information on this piece, which I recently inherited. I have looked on the internet and have gotten lots of suggestions, but I am looking for value and the actual identification of the piece. Any information would…
Plumber: Existing Faucet Adds a Decorative Splash in the Bathroom
By Ed Del Grande From Tribune News Service Q: Hi Ed: We just moved into a new-to-us home and noticed that the existing bathroom faucet splashes some water out of the sink when it’s in use. The faucet is not new, but it’s OK and does not leak. Any way we can address this splashing…
Seal Hidden Window Air Leaks With Caulk
Dear James: I recently installed new weatherstripping on my old wood windows. On windy days, the curtains still move. How can I find and stop the other air leakage? — Rita T. Dear Rita: Now that you have already installed the new weatherstripping, try to remember if you saw any discolored spots when you pulled…
7 Little Ways to Update Your Kitchen Without Renovating
While we all might have visions of our dream kitchen dancing in our head or multiple images pinned to a Pinterest board, doing a full-scale renovation might not be in the budget at the moment. But that doesn’t mean that there’s nothing you can do. Here are a few easy ways to update your kitchen…
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