Roofing, Flashing & Waterproofing, is a book in the “For Pros By Pros” series by Taunton Press. A great book for pros and seasoned do-it-yourselfers. Reasonably valuable for curious homeowners passionate about making informed decisions and ensuring projects are completed correctly. Only a few step by step instructions may be tedious for those not actually performing the work. Although even these passages have kernels of valuable construction wisdom. Continue reading Review: Roofing, Flashing & Waterproofing →

In the spirit of full disclosure, I’m not a fan of sliding barn doors. Don’t get me wrong, they’re perfect for sequestering horses where a tight seal isn’t necessary. But for homes? Barn doors may look hip and trendy, yet they just aren’t functional. Continue reading Review: Barn Doors for Homes →

Frankly, when clients want a freestanding tub I have mixed emotions. Sure these tubs radiate old world charm and make bathrooms feel big. Hollywood capitalizes on their romantic symbolism when filming steamy sex scenes in claw foot tubs. Just watch Bull Durham. Now everyone who dreams of baseball and romance thinks a freestanding tub is requisite equipment.
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