Repairs And Home Improvements http://feed.informer.com/digests/K6USLPHYZW/feeder Repairs And Home Improvements Respective post owners and feed distributors Sun, 24 May 2015 11:18:47 -0700 Feed Informer http://feed.informer.com/ What Is a Lunette Window? https://thecraftsmanblog.com/what-is-a-lunette-window/ The Craftsman Blog urn:uuid:a061e87d-632e-1571-c095-1dac8e62868f Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0700 <p>If you’ve spent any time gawking at old houses or wandering through European cathedrals, you’ve probably seen one without even realizing it. The graceful half-moon of glass tucked above a grand doorway. The curved opening spilling light into an otherwise dim hall. That, my friends, is a lunette window. 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This post will give you a couple easy to do items that are absolute must-do's before winter sets in.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com/fall-home-maintenance-checklist/">The One-Weekend Fall Home Maintenance Sprint</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com">The Craftsman Blog</a>.</p> My Secret Weapon Nail Filler https://thecraftsmanblog.com/my-secret-weapon-nail-filler/ The Craftsman Blog urn:uuid:0c472081-69b2-8bd4-b806-2c7c8829230f Mon, 29 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0700 <p>Last week I posted on using caulk to fill nail holes because it’s a question that has come up often. To be honest, it’s something I’m tempted to do as well because it’s just so dang easy, but often the easy way isn’t the best way. In fact, it rarely is. This week I felt [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com/my-secret-weapon-nail-filler/">My Secret Weapon Nail Filler</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com">The Craftsman Blog</a>.</p> Should You Use Caulk to Fill Nail Holes? https://thecraftsmanblog.com/should-you-use-caulk-to-fill-nail-holes/ The Craftsman Blog urn:uuid:2898d1d6-0137-9817-c4d1-b8bc0abdbad6 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0700 <p>Every once in a while, I’ll walk into a house and see miles of fresh trim dotted with little moonscape craters where someone tried to hide nail holes with caulk. It’s a look I call “the constellation effect.” You meant to make the trim perfect; instead, you ended up with a field of dimples that [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com/should-you-use-caulk-to-fill-nail-holes/">Should You Use Caulk to Fill Nail Holes?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com">The Craftsman Blog</a>.</p> Bronze vs Coppered Nails: When to Use Each https://thecraftsmanblog.com/bronze-vs-coppered-nails-when-to-use-each/ The Craftsman Blog urn:uuid:935bec2c-61e5-5e2a-3107-f198b65c9e54 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0700 <p>This is a question that has been coming up often for me lately. I’m assuming it’s because the fall is weatherstripping season when it comes to windows and doors. Makes sense. Nobody wants a drafty house in the winter. When you’re installing metal weatherstripping it invariably involves nailing it in place rather than the cheapo [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com/bronze-vs-coppered-nails-when-to-use-each/">Bronze vs Coppered Nails: When to Use Each</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com">The Craftsman Blog</a>.</p> What to Do About a Window in a Shower https://thecraftsmanblog.com/what-to-do-about-a-window-in-a-shower/ The Craftsman Blog urn:uuid:a83563b6-a947-59a8-a18a-622d526bd51f Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0700 <p>As someone who works on historic homes built before WWII it’s a question I have gotten many times. “What should I do about that old wood window in a shower?” It seems crazy that builders would have put a window in the shower. Were they a bunch of exhibitionists showing their “goods” to the neighbors? [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com/what-to-do-about-a-window-in-a-shower/">What to Do About a Window in a Shower</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com">The Craftsman Blog</a>.</p> The Dumbwaiter: A Unique History https://thecraftsmanblog.com/the-dumbwaiter-a-unique-history/ The Craftsman Blog urn:uuid:b7155500-ca43-021f-ef5e-0738e34a2411 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0700 <p>If your house has a tiny elevator hiding behind a knee-high door, congratulations—you’ve got a built-in butler who works for peanuts. Today we’ll trace where dumbwaiters came from, how they actually work, why they vanished from houses by the mid-century. 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You pick one up, feel the weight, and suddenly you realize… [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com/round-vs-flat-paint-brushes-which-is-best/">Round vs. Flat Paint Brushes: Which Is Best?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thecraftsmanblog.com">The Craftsman Blog</a>.</p> How Much Does a Baseboard Radiator Cost? https://todayshomeowner.com/hvac/cost/baseboard-radiator-cost/ Danny Lipford - Home Improvement - DIY - Videos urn:uuid:eb514c26-bf18-4150-244f-853b4d7fe9f5 Tue, 08 Jul 2025 05:56:12 -0700 <p>Baseboard radiators can cost $200–$1,200 per unit, primarily depending on the type of heating system and the size of your home.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com/hvac/cost/baseboard-radiator-cost/">How Much Does a Baseboard Radiator Cost?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com">Today&#039;s Homeowner</a>.</p> Renovating Isn’t Getting Cheaper: How Material Costs Are Climbing in 2025 https://todayshomeowner.com/home-finances/guides/material-cost-trends/ Danny Lipford - Home Improvement - DIY - Videos urn:uuid:40c6bde6-2b23-888e-148e-34081585fea2 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:55:21 -0700 <p>Renovating in 2025? We analyzed BLS PPI data to identify which materials are experiencing the largest price increases and what you can do to stay on budget.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com/home-finances/guides/material-cost-trends/">Renovating Isn’t Getting Cheaper: How Material Costs Are Climbing in 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com">Today&#039;s Homeowner</a>.</p> How To Budget for AC Replacement https://todayshomeowner.com/hvac/guides/how-to-budget-for-ac-replacement/ Danny Lipford - Home Improvement - DIY - Videos urn:uuid:9ef1c283-0995-5762-f9e4-9441c4a102f0 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:15:21 -0700 <p>Learn how to budget for AC replacement, including considering extra expenses and looking into financing and rebates.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com/hvac/guides/how-to-budget-for-ac-replacement/">How To Budget for AC Replacement</a> appeared first on <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com">Today&#039;s Homeowner</a>.</p> How Much Does a Whole-House Fan Cost? https://todayshomeowner.com/hvac/cost/whole-house-fan-cost/ Danny Lipford - Home Improvement - DIY - Videos urn:uuid:d48c64d2-6c50-daa2-c017-4bf6221b92d8 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:19 -0700 <p>Whole-house fans typically cost $900–$2,400. These fans work best in low-humidity climates and pair well with ACs for all-day cooling.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com/hvac/cost/whole-house-fan-cost/">How Much Does a Whole-House Fan Cost?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com">Today&#039;s Homeowner</a>.</p> How To Compare Financing Offers for HVAC Installation https://todayshomeowner.com/hvac/guides/how-to-compare-financing-offers-for-hvac-installation/ Danny Lipford - Home Improvement - DIY - Videos urn:uuid:a80975bf-0b0d-872a-f816-5a263b2b1d31 Thu, 03 Jul 2025 11:19:36 -0700 <p>Wondering how to compare financing offers for HVAC installation? Review types, terms, and interest rates. Watch out for red flags such as hidden fees.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com/hvac/guides/how-to-compare-financing-offers-for-hvac-installation/">How To Compare Financing Offers for HVAC Installation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com">Today&#039;s Homeowner</a>.</p> How Much Does an Attic Air Conditioner Cost? https://todayshomeowner.com/hvac/cost/attic-air-conditioner-cost/ Danny Lipford - Home Improvement - DIY - Videos urn:uuid:3a918a78-b490-183d-e7ab-db522ea5b4cf Wed, 02 Jul 2025 11:59:21 -0700 <p>Attic air conditioners cost between $100 and $5,000 typically, depending on whether you choose a window AC, portable AC, or a mini-split.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com/hvac/cost/attic-air-conditioner-cost/">How Much Does an Attic Air Conditioner Cost?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://todayshomeowner.com">Today&#039;s Homeowner</a>.</p> Window Company Scams To Avoid: Red Flags and Smart Hiring Tips https://todayshomeowner.com/windows/guides/window-company-scams-to-avoid/ Danny Lipford - Home Improvement - DIY - Videos urn:uuid:e287eb4e-53db-839c-a59e-1e17dc9b6672 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:32:00 -0700 <p>Common window company scams to avoid include high-pressure sales tactics and large upfront payments. 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