Finishing

Window glazing putty has gotten complicated with all the different formulations, application techniques, and conflicting advice flying around. As someone who spent last Saturday elbow-deep...

Window glazing putty belongs to a different era of building—back when individual panes of glass sat in wooden sashes, held in place by strips of...

Stripping old finish from wood ranks among the least enjoyable parts of furniture refinishing. It’s messy, it smells, and it takes longer than you want....

Last winter I finally got tired of watching my heating bill climb while cold air seeped through the windows. The old house we bought came...

Garden Structures Craftsman style celebrates quality materials and honest construction. Understanding principles guides authentic design. Design Tips Emphasize natural materials. Keep designs simple and functional....

Pergola Building Craftsman style celebrates quality materials and honest construction. Understanding principles guides authentic design. Design Tips Emphasize natural materials. Keep designs simple and functional....

Understanding Craftsman porch design has gotten complicated with all the reproductions, renovations, and Pinterest boards mixing authentic details with made-up nonsense. As someone who has...

Restoring Craftsman entry halls has gotten complicated with all the Pinterest boards mixing authentic details with HGTV nonsense. As someone who has restored three Craftsman...

Plate Rails and Box Beams That Make Dining Rooms Unforgettable Craftsman dining rooms have gotten complicated with all the reproductions, home-show interpretations, and Pinterest boards...

Why the Fireplace Is the Only True Focus of a Craftsman Living Room Craftsman living rooms have gotten complicated with all the open floor plans,...