Summer is almost here, and with it, a whole new lineup of household chores. Even if you dread the infamous “honey-do” list, there’s a sweet side to it, though. Home maintenance in the spring paves the ...

DEAR TIM: I read your recent column about building stairs for a deck. I can handle that, but I’m worried about how to make all the complex cuts required for the deck stair railing. Can you give me a ...

Have you ever walked on an outside wooden surface and wondered if it's safe? Whether a step, front porch, or deck surface, it's natural to have concerns about its safety. Wet wooden surfaces can be ...