
Fran J. Donegan
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Clear Choices for Windows
A buyer's guide to materials, styles and money-saving options.
Cut the Clutter With Proper Closet Organization
Fed up with overstuffed closets? A few simple steps will put your belongings where they belong
Outdoor Kitchens
Why run back and forth to the house when you can move everything you need outside?
Picking Exterior House Paint
Whether you’re shopping for an exterior acrylic latex paint or an oil-based paint, you can tell a good quality paint by its can if you know what to look for.
Deck Cleaners, Stains & Sealers
Looking for the best decking treatment? A guide to the cleaners, finishes, and techniques for making your wood deck look new again.
The Case for Instant Additions
Prefabricated sunspaces do more than let the sun shine in. They also add living space in less time than it takes to build a traditional addition.
How to Choose an Air Conditioner
Buying a room air conditioner: How big? How Much?
Get More Heat from Your Fireplace and Wood Stove
Convert any fireplace or wood stove into a pellet stove
Vinyl Siding: Selection, Cost, and Installation Tips
How to pick quality vinyl siding and the contractor who installs it.