One final attempt. Anyone know where I can find this blue vase? [more inside]
posted on May 10, 2008 - 14 answers

Best practices on home canning? [more inside]
posted on May 8, 2008 - 17 answers

In our home we have two interesting light fixtures consisting of draped crystal pendants. They stand out a bit from the bare and somewhat boring ceiling. We'd like to add a ceiling medallion to create a little more visual balance but I can't find one with a large enough hole. Has anyone had any luck finding a medallion with a hole diameter of 12" or so?
posted on May 3, 2008 - 4 answers

Can US citizens access US Naval home ports abroad? [more inside]
posted on May 3, 2008 - 2 answers

My mortgage payments are overdue and I have filed paperwork for a loan modification. I just accepted an offer on the condo, and it is due to close on June 26. What is the best way to get clear with the mortgage company before closing? [more inside]
posted on Apr 30, 2008 - 5 answers

I am thinking of installing a metal roof. I am in central New England. My present shingled roof has a 3½" to 12 pitch and is rated for up to 30 pounds per square foot. This winter The roof had to be shoveled on a regular basis. I am both worried that with heavy repeated snows my home is at risk for structural damage and I suspect that this 30 PSF rating is not a real world figure. I also have a problem with heavy snow blocking the combustion air for my furnace which is built into the furnace stack. Would a dark colored metal roof with such a shallow pitch be self clearing under heavy snow?
posted on Apr 26, 2008 - 5 answers

Did I totally mess up by meticulously preparing our yard with a tracter/box blade, spending days removing rocks and debres, planting 50 pounds of Fescue seed, thereafter covering it with 23 bails of straw, and watering it almost daily, but completely skipping the part about raking the seed into the soil? 7 days and counting. [more inside]
posted on Apr 25, 2008 - 13 answers

What's the best home-repair / fixit manual for someone with little-to-no experience in such matters? Also, web sites and / or blogs in the same vein? [more inside]
posted on Apr 25, 2008 - 19 answers

I need to install some fireblocks (aka fire stops AND fire block[ing]) in my basement. What can I use to make these? Can I use regular sheetrock to make these or do they have to be some special type of sheetrock? If I can't use sheetrock, what type and thickness of wood do they need to be?
posted on Apr 22, 2008 - 9 answers

I'm going to be building a modest split-level home this spring – 1900 sqft – in Madison, WI. Should I expect the cost of materials to be lower or higher than it was to build the exact same house 6 months ago? [more inside]
posted on Apr 22, 2008 - 10 answers

How can we fairly split a vacation home between two families? [more inside]
posted on Apr 21, 2008 - 12 answers

I have a particular furniture company in mind, but forgot the name and can't find it. [more inside]
posted on Apr 21, 2008 - 2 answers

Is there such a thing as a dark-colored (black or brown) chair mat? Possibly woodgrain? If so, where can I get one?
posted on Apr 15, 2008 - 5 answers

So we close on our house tomorrow... [more inside]
posted on Apr 13, 2008 - 16 answers

How can I find design resources similar to the home design/interior design shows that are on cable television? [more inside]
posted on Apr 13, 2008 - 2 answers

Define "home." [more inside]
posted on Apr 10, 2008 - 46 answers

Home Drainage Filter: What can I do about a corner of my yard that develops standing water for ~36 hours after a good rain? [more inside]
posted on Apr 7, 2008 - 14 answers

Help me identify and fix a possible water intrusion / water damage near my sliding glass door. [more inside]
posted on Apr 7, 2008 - 3 answers

Is it inappropriate to ask a friend if I can crash at his place for a wedding if he isn't invited? [more inside]
posted on Apr 7, 2008 - 16 answers

What should I do with this giant brick planter box that fronts my house? [more inside]
posted on Apr 4, 2008 - 13 answers

where can i find something similar to this , but a smaller width and a lot cheaper ? [more inside]
posted on Apr 3, 2008 - 3 answers

The post office, Google Earth, and all other mapping systems are wrong about my address. Help! [more inside]
posted on Apr 2, 2008 - 14 answers

How much should one expect to pay for fees on a mortgage refinance? [more inside]
posted on Apr 1, 2008 - 8 answers

Anyone have a good recommendation for a manufacturer of screen doors? [more inside]
posted on Mar 20, 2008 - 3 answers

Where can I find square-shaped champagne flutes? [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2008 - 7 answers

I'm moving to a new place and need to know what kinds of simple items I can use to furnish my place and keep it looking neat [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2008 - 8 answers

Last night I slept in my own bed after several days in the road and realized that the hotel beds were much more comfortable and rejuvenating than my own. How can I replicate the hotel-bed experience at home? [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2008 - 27 answers

Price is a factor, but I'd like to start with a 1 time trial and deep clean, and then see about monthly cleanings. I have a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom 1200 sq ft condo which gets pretty messy because I'm traveling every week and my roommate doesn't always keep up. Molly Maids says the cost would be between 80-95 dollars for a monthly cleaning, I'd prefer it to be around 60 bucks. For the first cleaning I'm willing to spend up to 150 bucks. Any suggestions?
posted on Mar 7, 2008 - 5 answers

Am I about to get screwed over in regards to the house I'm buying, that's currently being renovated? [more inside]
posted on Mar 3, 2008 - 4 answers

How is this lantern/hanging lamp setup installed ? [more inside]
posted on Feb 19, 2008 - 10 answers

HomeDecorFilter: How can I dye some curtains to very closely match my new walls? [more inside]
posted on Feb 19, 2008 - 12 answers

Where can I find furniture for a particularly small space? [more inside]
posted on Feb 18, 2008 - 17 answers

What should a homeowner know about electricity in the home? [more inside]
posted on Feb 12, 2008 - 12 answers

I have been wanting to redo the bedroom in blue and chocolate brown, and I really really love this duvet cover, the king-size sky version, although I wouldn't mind if the blue was a few shades darker. Is there something similar but cheaper out there? And maybe made of a sturdier fabric...
posted on Feb 12, 2008 - 6 answers

What would you do with a fresh install of Ubuntu 6.06, perfectly functioning LAMP configuration and a 200gig hard drive with a high speed connection? [more inside]
posted on Feb 6, 2008 - 9 answers

What kind of risks should I watch out for bidding in a housing auction? [more inside]
posted on Feb 5, 2008 - 5 answers

What technology gear makes for a good home office? [more inside]
posted on Feb 5, 2008 - 14 answers

Help me turn my living room into a romantic weekend getaway! [more inside]
posted on Feb 4, 2008 - 18 answers

Why is my condo still cold?! I've sealed up all the windows... [more inside]
posted on Feb 4, 2008 - 17 answers

I'm helping a friend with her baby room this weekend and am looking for tips about working with a limited space and organizing it for two kids! [more inside]
posted on Feb 2, 2008 - 11 answers

what fruit or vegetable crops I can grow in a rather poor draining back garden in the UK? [more inside]
posted on Feb 1, 2008 - 10 answers

Family of four, moving to Bay Area, making $115K. Is this crazy? [more inside]
posted on Jan 27, 2008 - 15 answers

Recommendations for a good interior painter in NYC? And what do I look for in a painter? [more inside]
posted on Jan 26, 2008 - 1 answers

Can I convert a traditional bed into a platform bed? [more inside]
posted on Jan 26, 2008 - 10 answers

What options are there for tidying up a child's play area and creating a 'play space' within limited area? [more inside]
posted on Jan 24, 2008 - 10 answers

Where can I find a site dedicated to modern or classic home mechanisms... [more inside]
posted on Jan 23, 2008 - 9 answers

What set of power tools can I assemble that will allow me to build things out of wood and will store in a closet? [more inside]
posted on Jan 22, 2008 - 23 answers

Help me retain my sanity. Those of you who have a workshop in your house, please help me find a system. [more inside]
posted on Jan 21, 2008 - 7 answers

Is there a way to use a google calendar and outlook exchange without completely mixing the two and can they be synced differently on different computers? [more inside]
posted on Jan 21, 2008 - 6 answers

Does soundproofing material in a window also keep out the cold? [more inside]
posted on Jan 20, 2008 - 8 answers