Many tips for saving home energy that are doled out this time of year cost more money than they will ever be worth in heat savings -- replacing all the windows in your house, for example. But adding a ...

Q. Do storm doors really help keep out drafts and save energy? My two entrance doors are drafty and I haven’t been able to improve them much. Also, are storm doors difficult to install? A. If you have ...

Once you've found the perfect front door, a storm door can be essential in maintaining the entrance to your home. These easy-to-install doors guard against rough weather, provide an extra layer of ...

Water-based dye can give pale bare woods like pine and poplar the color of more expensive wood like cherry. A variety of colors are available, and the concentrates can also be mixed with some solvents ...

Q: I feel air leaks around my exterior doors, so I want to add storm doors. I want the type that also has screens for summer ventilation. My budget is limited. What doors do you suggest? A: Before you ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

As the weather cools, it’s the perfect time to gird your garage against the colder temperatures on the way, especially if you’ve got your home workshop in there. Metal garage doors block strong winds ...

Q: My wood front door needs to be refinished again. When I put my hand on it, it feels cold and I think I can feel a chilly breeze around it. Would a stainable fiberglass door be a good replacement ...