Q&A / 

Concrete countertops are spectacular looking. However, if you plan to install your own countertops be prepared to work hard. Your skills must run to finish carpentry and concrete finishing. Perhaps a skilled concrete countertop installation is called for.

READ THE ANSWER »

There are many choices for your outdoor countertops but concrete may be the best choice. You can blend in color and stones to make the color you desire. Concrete countertops will do well in the most harsh weather. Don't forget to look at slate, granite and ceramic tiles. When done correctly countertop installation outdoors will look great.

READ THE ANSWER »

Kitchen design or redesign can be can be very exciting. Electric or gas utilities can be moved. Drainlines and water can be moved. Add pantry space. Go for the countertops and sink that you really want. Add natural and electrical lighting. Kitchen flooring ... the sky's the limit! Don't settle for less than you want.

READ THE ANSWER »

Slate flooring has a lot of character and texture. But installing slate flooring requires some initial planning so that all pieces interlock and the spacing between pieces remains consistent. A cement-based thinset will adhere the slate floor to the wood subfloor.

READ THE ANSWER »

A whole house fan needs plenty of exhaust area to work properly. Turbines or pot vents will help remove hot air as the whole house exhaust fan pulls it through the house.

READ THE ANSWER »

Hardwood flooring can expand and shrink and move depending on its moisture content. If hardwood flooring expands just after it is installed, the top edges of the wood flooring can get compressed.

READ THE ANSWER »

Whole house fans are great for moving hot, stale air from your home. Home ventilation will work if you size the fan correctly and provide intake and exhaust areas.

READ THE ANSWER »

Any vinyl flooring such as vinyl floor tiles, sheet vinyl or linoleum, are durable, attractive and have a slight "bounce" quality. These floors can be walked on right after they are installed.

READ THE ANSWER »

SPONSORS /