Updating the look of your doors and windows can be as simple as replacing the hardware. Aesthetics play a big part in choosing door handles, locks and hinges, window handles and cranks. There are many ...

Q. The brass on our entrance door lock set seems to have a lacquer finish that was affected by temperature extremes and chipped off. Is there a way to clean the metal to restore the look of shiny ...

There comes a time when all good homeowners need to replace their outdoor hardware. The week before your daughter’s wedding is not the time. As if I didn’t have enough to do planning a wedding ...

There comes a time when all good homeowners need to replace their outdoor hardware. The week before your daughter’s wedding is not the time. My perfectionist streak was in overdrive. I not only wanted ...

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If the doors in your home are hollow and you have kids, chances are you’ve had to repair a hole in a door. Most post-World War II homes have hollow-core doors. The core of the door usually consists of ...

A garage that faces the street (especially a large two- or three-car garage) can take up a lot of visual real estate. If your garage doors are in poor shape, clash with the style of your home or are ...

Q. I have a 1980s Thomasville bedroom set with a broken pull. The pin at the end snapped off. I believe the pull was made from a casting. Can it be repaired? If not, how can I replace it? A.