• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • National Ledger
  • Life
  • TV
  • Politics
  • Sports

National Ledger

  • News & Politics
  • Real Estate
  • Business

Home DIY

Here’s How to Build a Wood Burning Fireplace – Minus the Smoke

March 23, 2020 By Staff

Dear James: Whenever we use our great room fireplace, some smoke comes out into the room. I am going to add one to the master bedroom. How can I keep the new fireplace from being smoky? -- Ron T. Dear Ron: You definitely are not alone with the problem of a smoky wood-burning fireplace. More than half of fireplaces cause some smoky conditions inside homes, and it is difficult … [Read more...] about Here’s How to Build a Wood Burning Fireplace – Minus the Smoke

Tablescapes 101

March 9, 2020 By Joseph Pubillones

Designing a tablescape for a special dinner should take into account the decor of the home, the occasion, the food to be served and even the guest list. The beauty of setting a table is that you can be as simple or as extravagant as you wish. Every table can tell a tale -- or set the theatrical background for tales to be made. A tablecloth can be considered the foundation … [Read more...] about Tablescapes 101

Designing a Home Interior That is Perfect For You

January 29, 2018 By Staff

As a designer, I am often asked whether I like the interiors of the latest restaurant or the lobby of a hyped hotel. And when I am asked, I'm always cautious to answer. Not because I'm afraid to offend anyone, but rather because as a designer, my "likes" will possibly different. Since the 3rd Century BC in Greece, the expression "beauty is in the eye of the beholder" has … [Read more...] about Designing a Home Interior That is Perfect For You

Gardening – Getting Rid of Nutgrass

July 31, 2017 By Staff

Q: How do we get rid of nutgrass? We tried the vinegar sprays and a store-bought herbicide. We have also tried digging it out, but nothing seems to work. When we think we have it under control, it comes back in a few weeks as bad as it was in the beginning. What works? A: Nutgrass is a sedge. Sedges are wetland plants. They love constantly wet soil and are often found in … [Read more...] about Gardening – Getting Rid of Nutgrass

Home DIY: Install Wood Siding Yourself as Trim

July 31, 2017 By Staff

Dear James: I have old aluminum siding trim on the sides of my house, but it looks bad. I would like to replace it with wood siding. Can I just nail wood over the old siding? What is the best method to do it? -- Andre B. Dear Andre: New aluminum or vinyl siding looks good and is practically maintenance-free, but neither has the sharp crisp look of real wood siding. Since you … [Read more...] about Home DIY: Install Wood Siding Yourself as Trim

Understanding and Addressing Pestering Woodpeckers

April 10, 2017 By Staff

Q: For the past few years, woodpeckers have attacked my house. Sometimes they are hammering on the chimney. Other times they are drilling huge holes on the sides of the house and pulling out the insulation. I want to do something before they come back this year. Do you have any suggestions? A: They are protected by federal law, so there are limits to what you can do. If you … [Read more...] about Understanding and Addressing Pestering Woodpeckers

Need More Space? How to Install Space-Saving Sliding and Folding Doors

April 10, 2017 By Staff

Dear James: Our swinging doors use a lot of wall space when open. Our house is small, so we want to install sliding or folding doors. Which design is better and how are they installed? -- Marcia L. Dear Marcia: Hinged doors do take up a lot of space. Since they are normally in the fully opened or closed position, it may not be apparent how much open space they actually … [Read more...] about Need More Space? How to Install Space-Saving Sliding and Folding Doors

Home DIY – How to Replace Your Old Kitchen Range Hood

March 28, 2017 By Staff

Home DIY, Kitchen upgrades, remodel

Dear James: I seldom use my old noisy range hood. I thought about making a new one from decorative wood myself. Does this make sense or should I buy a standard metal one? -- Kent F. Dear Kent: People often don't realize how important it is to use a range hood when cooking. Odors are the least of the concerns. Without at range hood running, vaporized grease eventually will … [Read more...] about Home DIY – How to Replace Your Old Kitchen Range Hood

Primary Sidebar

Follow Us

What’s New

  • Social Security Maximizing Madness April 1, 2020
  • The Benefits of Algae April 1, 2020
  • 2020 Nissan Frontier Review – Bigger New V-6, Same Familiar Body March 23, 2020
  • Here’s How to Build a Wood Burning Fireplace – Minus the Smoke March 23, 2020
  • Tablescapes 101 March 9, 2020

Copyright © 2023 The National Ledger, LLC • About Us • Contact Us • Search • User Terms • Privacy Policy • Advertising Policy