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The rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus), hardy in USDA zones 5-8, produces showy, tropical-like flowers in summer. If you're worrying about a rose of Sharon and damage to a house's foundation, plant tall shrubs 5 feet from a foundation.
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Toxic household gases include radon, formaldehyde, solvents, cleaners, and carbon monoxide. Many occur naturally, so being aware of them helps prevent injury.
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Whirlpool tubs are a great addition to your home, but they come with a set of electrical requirements due to the proximity of water to an electrical source.
Read MoreAdding new treads to existing stair treads is a common remodeling technique. Municipal codes and the National Building Code (NBC) regulate the construction and renovation of stairs, so your new treads must meet those requirements.
Read MoreWhether the garden or lawn is a small patch in the yard or a large plot of land, spreading sand, fertilizer or other soil amendments can be an arduous task. Commercially made spreaders can be expensive and unnecessary for infrequent jobs.
Read MoreWalls built from 2x2 boards are not common in today's building methods, but some homes built in the early 19th century had 2-inch-wide walls. These thinner walls saved precious square footage in cramped living spaces.
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Vinegar is the byproduct of fermented ethanol, a naturally occurring acid. Vinegar is hailed as a cleaning marvel, killing bacteria and removing grease and stains. Acids can slowly cause some synthetic rubber seals to deteriorate, however.
Read MoreThe automobile garage has existed almost as long as the automobile. The first garages were horse barns with big heavy doors. As the automobile became more popular, the garage became a building of its own. C.G. Johnson, founder of Overhead Doors, invented the automatic electric garage door in 1926.
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