If you have a transom on which to put a house number, consider yourself lucky. Having a transom means that you most likely own a Brownstone or a townhouse, and that Brownstone or townhouse...

I live in a New York City apartment with no elevator and wacky New York City wiring, so my home security mostly consists of living in a place that very inconvenient to break into....

Reaching to open a door and having the knob actually come off in your hand is like a scene out of a silent movie, but it's something many of us have experienced. When this happens,...

There were always signs that our French patio doors had the same high-quality construction as the sandy “patio” outside (one of our many DIY remodeling projects at our home in Cincinnatti)....

Any good dog owner wants to take the best possible care of their little (or not so little) friend. Having a doggie door allows your dog the more options for exercise and "bathroom breaks."...

Once upon a time, a single candle was placed in a window to signify the anticipated return of a loved one to the warmth and security of hearth and home. During the season of Advent,...

2010 Wood Siding: Real vs. Composite Shingles Phil compares and contrasts siding choices, questioning the "greenness" of composite siding. Green and Creative Wreaths Linda gathers...

Nearly any dog can be trained to protect a home. However, certain dogs have been bred as watch dogs, whose job is to alert their owner of intruders or dangers. Others are bred as guard...