Q. What is the best species for wood exposed to the elements on a house, shutters, window sash, etc.? Is one type of pine better? How come old sash without paint lasts longer than modern sash with ...

Q: When we recently replaced the windows in our 1969 home, we removed the dilapidated wooden shutters. (Bats were roosting behind them!) I’m not sure we should replace them with wooden shutters ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Plantation shutters are arguably the most popular type of interior shutters on the market today. Their wide, operable louvers can instantly transform any room into an elegant ...

In some situations, curtains can weigh a room down, collect dust, and even make a room look cluttered. With that said, if you're looking for a simple, architectural alternative to curtains, you may ...

I am located about 4 doors in from Smith Street, which means at night, when the weather gets nice, restaurant gardens can be a noise problem for the back bedrooms. I am considering soundproof windows, ...

Koi metabolisms will slow down at 50° Fahrenheit, causing them to become lethargic and less interested in eating>>>No feeding is recommended and could be dangerous. It can take four days to go from ...

Dear Jerry: I never paid much attention to the shutters on our 1928 stucco home until the recent windstorm ripped five of them off! When we retrieved the shutters, I realized they were a thin plastic ...

Windows with a non-standard shape, size, or configuration can make an attractive and unique addition to any home. They bring character and style to any interior space, with something that ...

One of the best ways to get some privacy at home is to add shutters or blinds to your windows. Both options are excellent, and they come with other added benefits like free cooling from the summer’s ...