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Jazz Up Door With Stained Glass Jul. 16, 2026
Dear James: We have a six-panel wood front door. To get more natural light and to jazz it up, we wan... Read More
Design Destination: Madrid Jul. 11, 2026
Only you can make this world seem right. _Only you can make the darkness bright_. Only you and you ... Read More
Get a Perfect Paint Match Jul. 09, 2026
Dear James: We had some water leakage wall damage. I need to repaint it, but I don't have the origin... Read More
Lofty Ideals Jul. 04, 2026
Artists have always sought out unusual and unexpected places to live, prioritizing cheap rents where... Read More
Add a Second Doorbell Chime Jul. 02, 2026
Dear James: I'm older now, and I find it difficult to hear the doorbell ring over other family sound... Read More
Sofa, Couch or Divan? Jun. 27, 2026
A designer's lexicon can sometimes seem complicated and pretentious. Words that you thought mean one... Read More
Hang Wallpaper Like a Pro Jun. 25, 2026
Dear James: It's been just two years and the wallpaper I installed is separating and bubbling in man... Read More
Decorative Accessories Jun. 20, 2026
Decorative accessories are so much more than superficial ornaments for a room. Oftentimes, accessori... Read More
Upgrade Hallway With Slate Floor Jun. 18, 2026
Dear James: I want to spruce up my house with an impressive new floor for the front door foyer. With... Read More
Sit on Your Sofa Jun. 13, 2026
Sofas are the piece of furniture where you will spend endless hours: watching a movie, chatting wi... Read More
Tips for Kitchen Remodeling Jun. 11, 2026
Dear James: We have a moderate-size kitchen, but it still seems crowded at times. When we remodel it... Read More
Party Kitchen Jun. 06, 2026
Since prehistoric times, the hearth of a dwelling has been the most important feature in the home. F... Read More
Painting Kitchen Cabinets Jun. 04, 2026
Dear James: My kitchen cabinets are original and solid, but I want something different, hopefully on... Read More
A Comfortable Home for Everyone May. 30, 2026
A comfortable home environment will relax you the minute you step inside. Great designs should alway... Read More
Replace Old Faucet With Tarnish-Free One May. 28, 2026
Dear James: I have to replace my old, tarnished brass kitchen faucet. What are the basic steps to in... Read More
Country Houses May. 23, 2026
For many, living in country houses is as common as living in any city. For some it might be a second... Read More
Is Plaster or Drywall Better for New Room? May. 21, 2026
Dear James: My parents' older house had plaster walls, but most builders now use drywall. I'm making... Read More
Understanding Your Home Inspection Report May. 19, 2026
Q: We just received our home inspection report and are overwhelmed. It is 24 pages and filled with p... Read More
Tile Is Still in Vogue May. 16, 2026
Tiling often is associated only with bathrooms and kitchens, but why not living room, dining rooms a... Read More
Plan and Design Your Deck May. 14, 2026
Dear James: I want to try building a backyard deck myself, but I have no idea what the best material... Read More
