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Brief  The standard for a tough, good-looking surface on the garage floor is garage floor epoxy. Although it is common to hear people refer to “epoxy paint,” in reality, epoxy and paint are different products with different chemical compositions. This a guide to apply...

Brief  A staple in many period properties, we explain what lath and plaster is, how these walls are constructed and how to repair them.   Insight While lath and plaster isn't used in modern construction, if you are the owner of an older property, there's a...

Brief  It's at this time of year that we want to know how to get rid of condensation inside windows – and this expert guide will give you all the essential information you need.   Insight Condensation on windows is just about unavoidable in colder months as we...

Brief  Not sure how to measure for laminate flooring? We ask the experts for their top tips, advice and need-to-know basics to ensure you order enough. This guide will explain how to measure for laminate flooring and offer advice for purchasing the right quantity, as...

Brief  Repairing large holes in drywall—anything over six inches—is different from fixing a small hole in drywall. Small holes can be patched over with drywall tape or a self-adhesive drywall patch, but large holes need a more rigid material to span over the larger...

Brief  Kim Basham, an ACI fellow and president of KB Engineering, offers tips on how to minimize the root causes of vertical wall cracks in concrete. Basham recommends either installing contraction joints or reinforcing horizontal ways as the best methods to control...

Brief  Painting floorboards can give an original floor a new lease of life. Here, our expert offers his top tips and suggests the best floor paint for the job.   Insight If you don't want carpet or tiles, painting floorboards is both a charming and...

Brief  If you've been thinking of changing up the exterior color of your home, consider picking a hue or combination of shades that will make people want to visit your home and make you smile each time you walk up to the front porch. Fortunately, inviting colors come...

Brief  When it comes to increasing your home's livable spaces, many people opt to expand outdoors—especially nowadays. Adding on a deck or patio, for example, can give you more places to relax, entertain, or simply sit and enjoy everything nature has to offer. But...