James McCausland of McCausland Painting shares his expert recommendations on using exterior wood stain to restore old wood-shingle siding.| Fine Homebuilding
Jim Lacey refreshes the exterior of his classic saltbox reproduction home with Benjamin Moore's Element Guard.| Fine Homebuilding
Choosing quality products and dedicating time for solid prep work will ensure superior color retention on your next exterior project.| Fine Homebuilding
Listeners write about dividing a big space and straw-bale building and ask questions about hoop houses and sourcing ZIP System sheathing in coastal Canada.| Fine Homebuilding
Get expert recommendations on picking the best sheathing for your climate and budget.| Fine Homebuilding
With the right materials and technique, it's possible to make an original wood window perform as good or better than a replacement.| Fine Homebuilding
With remarkable attention to detail, the owner created a period kitchen that's both functional and perfect for the 1925 house.| Fine Homebuilding
A pedestrian renovation in the 1990s obscured the essential nature of this 1912 Colonial Revival house.| Fine Homebuilding
Built in 1896 with three-brick-thick walls, this Queen Anne mansion in eastern Washington state has been restored inside and out.| Fine Homebuilding
Modern adhesives make trim and baseboard installation faster, cleaner, and more precise.| Fine Homebuilding
Listeners write in about groundwater and ask questions about double radiant barriers and what to do with masonry walls in a very old house.| Fine Homebuilding
How do you choose between performance and appearance in beautiful old homes?| Fine Homebuilding
Discover the best wood stain and sealer for cedar shake siding and other types of wood like cedar or pine and how to apply it like a pro.| Fine Homebuilding
This article covers seven essential design considerations that can help you to create the perfect space for cooking, dining, and spending time with your family.| Fine Homebuilding
Read here to learn about some of the most common house design problems, and learn ways to solve them in your own kitchen and bathroom.| Fine Homebuilding
Here are 1o tips for a budget-smart, but still beautiful, kitchen remodel. Learn how to upgrade your kitchen without breaking the bank.| Fine Homebuilding
Maine-inspired design ideas abound in this kitchen addition to a 1760s Colonial-era home featuring custom cabinets and reclaimed pine floors.| Fine Homebuilding
To make your decision a little easier next time you're in the paint store, look at these three things when purchasing and picking paintbrushes.| Fine Homebuilding
A good paint job calls for a good paint brush, and here the author explains what to look for when buying one. Sidebars describe making a "cut bucket," a special container for paint, and how to get a brush truly clean when the job is over.| Fine Homebuilding
Learn how to choose the right paintbrush based on paint type, surface, and personal comfort; from detail work to walls, find tips for every job.| Fine Homebuilding
Professional painter Philip Hansell walks readers through the steps of using an airless sprayer. Learn how to use an airless sprayer like a pro.| Fine Homebuilding
Noah Kanter, a painter in Chittenden County, Vermont shares his firsthand review of the Titan ControlMax 1650 backpack paint sprayer.| Fine Homebuilding
Learn about the pros and cons of Titan's Impact X 440; the latest version of the paint sprayer is a thoughtful redesign of an old favorite.| Fine Homebuilding