Editor's Note
Contributors
Tips & Techniques
Efficient door painting, Repairing plaster walls, Moving strike plates
Tools & Materials
Pro-quality circular saws, See-through drain trap
Breaktime
Improve Your Kitchen Storage
by Sven Hanson
Reclaim wasted space with pull-out organizers and inserts
Tiling Over a Laminate Counter
by David Hart
Thanks to cement backerboard, you can make a new countertop without ripping out the old one
Painting a Room
by Brian J. Doherty
Part 1: Ceilings & Walls
A professional's tips for rolling and edging paint
Part 2: Interior Trim
Careful preparation and confident brush work are the keys
Crown-Molding Basics
by Clayton DeKorne
Create a trim transformation with backing boards, a coping strategy, and some smart work on the miter saw
Enhance Any Room With a Window Seat
by Gary Striegler
A simple design, jazzed up with molding, creates a cozy nook for less than $200
Install a Bathroom Fan
by Mike Guertin
A quiet fan clears moisture from the bathroom and the house
How to Replace a Toilet
by Peter Hemp
Reinforce the floor and use the right components for years of trouble-free service
The Care & Feeding of Wooden Decks
by Jon Tobey
Frequent cleaning and periodic refinishing are the best ways to ensure a long and happy life for these vulnerable creatures
Lay a Flagstone Walkway
by Eric Nelson
Design and install an inviting and long-lasting path to your door
Build an Easy-Stack Retaining Wall
by Andy Beasley
A foolproof system of interlocking blocks enables you to transform your yard with walls, terraces, steps, and raised beds
Questions & Answers
Why do miter joints open up?
What's the Difference?
Sandpaper, Shop-vacuum filters
Building Skills
Soldering copper pipe
Great Moments
Pink-Bathroom Syndrome
