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On January 29, we relaunched the This Old House website. Our intent was to build a new site that included a sleeker design, faster loading time, and a more mobile-friendly interface. While we’ve made strides forward in several key areas, we recognize that there have also been challenges along the way. We apologize if you have encountered any issues with your Insider experience over the last few weeks. We appreciate those who have reached out with feedback, and we are working diligently to resolve problems that were inadvertently introduced as part of the relaunch process....

Those who distrust and expect every employee to take advantage of them, and Those who trust everyone and expect nothing but the best from their workers. Mike and I agreed that both points of view are dead wrong! Some employees are completely loyal, honest and dedicated to their employer. Others will take advantage any chance they get. But most employees fall somewhere in the middle. They want to be treated with decency, respect, and dignity....

Top 5 Garbage Disposals Best For Wide Sinks: InSinkErator Evolution Compact Garbage Disposer Best For Shallow Sinks: InSinkErator Badger 5 Garbage Disposal Best Warranty: Moen GXS75C Host Series Garbage Disposal Best Value: Waste King L-1001 Garbage Disposal Best For Large Sinks: Waste King L-3200 Garbage Disposal Best for Wide Sinks: InSinkErator Evolution Compact Garbage Disposer Pros and Cons ✔ Uses an anti-vibration horse clamp✔ Is equipped with a protective liner to prevent leaks✔ Only uses an average of 3–4 kilowatts of energy per year ✘ Does not include a power cord✘ Has a higher price point than many other garbage disposals on the market...

Backyard Beauty Ideal for outdoor applications, Real Cedar is naturally resistant to rot, decay, and insect attacks, which means anything you build with it will last longer and require less maintenance. And when it comes to sustainability, it’s hard to beat—Real Cedar actually boasts a net carbon sink, meaning the wood removes greenhouse gases from the atmosphere, while other building materials emit gases. Read on for ways you can incorporate this versatile wood into your backyard projects....

Use Two-Tone Kitchen Cabinet Colors To Brighten Up Your Room It can change the whole feeling of the room. Even brightening up just one area—an island, say—with a refreshing hue can be a real mood-booster. Combine two colors on your cabinets, and you’re on your way to a truly personal look. So break out of the white-and-wood zone and let color work the room. We’ve pulled together a dozen kitchen color combos to get you going....

Before: Spiffed-Up Farmhouse Joe and Melissa P. saved this 1904 South Wayne, Wisconsin, farmhouse with seven bedrooms and no indoor plumbing. The house had been abandoned since the 1970s, and the remodel took 13 months (including work done during their engagement and wedding plans). After: Spiffed-Up Farmhouse The project included a new roof, new siding, new windows, and the restoration of three porches. Inside, of course, they added all new plumbing (including 2 bathrooms) and finished all the rooms where racoons, honeybees, and other critters had been living....

It’s not only durable, but it’s sustainable too. Unlike other building materials, cedar removes greenhouse gases from the atmosphere. You can feel good about creating something new, but doing good, as well. 4 DIY Woodworking Projects Need some inspiration? Check out some of our favorite projects using Real Cedar. Display Your Garden in a Cedar Planter Box You can show off your gardening skills, and increase your curb appeal with a lush cedar wood planter....

Here are our top recommendations. Top 5 Floor Cleaners Best For Mops: Swiffer WetJet Multipurpose Floor Cleaner Best Hardwood Cleaner: Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner Best Disinfectant: Pine-Sol All-Purpose Cleaner Longest Lasting: Fabuloso Multipurpose Professional Cleaner Best Ingredients: Aunt Fannie’s Floor Cleaner Vinegar Wash Best For Mops: Swiffer WetJet Multipurpose Floor Cleaner Pros and Cons ✔ Comes in several scents, including this lavender one✔ Eliminates sticky messes✔ Comes in a two-pack ✘ Not compatible with unfinished, oiled, or waxed wooden boards✘ Must be used with a Swiffer mop...

Wood Shed Ideas From full-blown standalone structures to repurposed existing spaces, there’s a creative wood shed design on this list for any scenario. How to Build a Pallet Wood Shed Build a wood shed from pallet wood Believe it or not, shipping pallets are a seriously versatile building material, and DIYers use pallets to build the wildest of structures. Although they’re not always pretty, they’re durable and come in a handful of relatively standard sizes, making them easy to work with....

Denver has a semi-arid climate, and when this climate is paired with the Mile High City’s snow and rain, it can cause foundation settlement, mold growth, and more. These issues can happen to all types of foundations found throughout Denver, especially basement foundations. A failing foundation and other foundation damage can rob homeowners of their peace of mind. Fortunately, there are many companies that provide foundation inspections and repair services in Denver....

What is a Floating Deck? Detached from a house or other structure, a floating deck “floats” right above the ground without the need for steps or supports. Floating decks aren’t attached to a house like the typical “back deck” off a kitchen or family room. And since they’re detached and low to the ground, floating decks often don’t require building permits. But, before you build, it’s important to check your local code and get a permit if required....

Get ready for the cooler season with some of our favorite tools and home products you can use all around your home. Sanibel Decorative Screen Panels Shown above: Think of these low-maintenance polypropylene screens as an alternative to wood lattice. Use them at the ends of a porch, to add privacy to an open seating area, or to serve as a skirt under a deck. Available in 2-by-4-foot or 3-by-6-foot sections, framed by powder-coated posts and rails (sold separately)....

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What are the Benefits of Mulch? Maintains and improves the health of the soil through decomposition and introducing earthworms. Prevents soil erosion by breaking the impact of falling water during heavy rainstorms and roof runoff (depending on where the garden is) Controls weeds by acting as a barrier between weed seeds and sunlight. Some even deter certain pests, since they contain natural oils that pests don’t like the smell of. And it really makes a garden look finished and beautiful!...

So living with our 43 million cats and 63 million dogs (curious kittens and puppies especially) is a big incentive to control clutter, as these guys will chew and swallow all kinds of random items, including thread, buttons, coins, clips, twist ties, paper, and plastic. What they don’t ingest, they may simply destroy—and no one wants to discover a torn-up sofa or soiled carpet, bemoaning, “This is why we can’t have nice things!...

Why go with wood countertops? The majority of wood countertops are made from traditional butcher block, and while they may see some mild meal prep, they’re rarely used for chopping these days. They’re favored more for their looks. Less expensive woods often line the kitchen as a handsome, budget-friendly surface; pricier species top islands or breakfast bars, where they provide a welcome textural contrast or a furniture-like finish. The variety of woods available is impressive, from subtly grained maple to deep, rich walnut to dramatic mesquite to exotic iroko....

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Top 9 Circular Saws Makita 5007 Magnesium Circular Saw DEWALT 20-Volt Circular Saw SKILSAW SPT77WML-01 15-Amp Worm-Drive Circular Saw CRAFTSMAN 15-Amp Circular Saw Milwaukee 2830-20 Circular Saw SKILSAW 5280-01 Circular Saw With Laser Guide Makita SH02R1 12-Volt Max CXT Cordless Circular Saw Kit SKILSAW 15-Amp SAWSQUATCH Worm-Drive Circular Saw Ryobi One P505 18-Volt Circular Saw Makita 5007 Magnesium Circular Saw This circular saw is built with magnesium components that create the tool’s lightweight and durable frame....