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HouseWorks Q&A: Precision denting

How do you drill a hole in ceramic tile without cracking it and without the bit running all over the place?

Nov 17, 2009 | 11:45 pm | Loading…

Homefront: Last-minute holiday painting

There is still time to get out the paint brush before guests come.

Nov 16, 2009 | 9:00 am | Loading…

Mid-century home perfect fit for holiday tour

The street view of Curtis and Dee Wood’s home at 342 S. 50th St. is a straightforward, clean-lined 1950s ranch — the definition of mid-century style.

Nov 14, 2009 | 11:45 pm | Loading…

Steve Batie: I don’t know diddly-squat about colors

Color is a mystery to me. I can't be trusted to dress myself in a socially acceptable manner, much less to decorate a house. If it weren't for jeans, which I maintain are neutral even if they are blue, I'd never be able to leave the house.

Nov 14, 2009 | 11:30 pm | Loading…

Lorene Bartos: America Recycles Day

Happy America Recycles Day. This day is set aside to raise awareness about the importance of recycling as well as its energy and monetary savings.

Nov 14, 2009 | 11:15 pm | Loading…

HouseWorks Q & A: Snip, snip

When I was a girl, my mom used to send all her scissors to a guy in town to have them sharpened.

Nov 11, 2009 | 11:45 pm | Loading…

Homefront: Warm weather is great for putting up outdoor lights

Take advantage of the balmy November weather and put up your holiday lights.

Nov 09, 2009 | 10:05 am | Loading…

Lincoln man tranforms concrete into beautiful floors, patios, walkways

Concrete is the most used and durable construction material in the world. Yet, most of us show our appreciation by hiding it beneath carpeting, tile, vinyl flooring or thick coats of paint.

Nov 07, 2009 | 11:40 pm | Loading…

Steve Batie: Keep home safe, sound for season

Nov 07, 2009 | 11:30 pm | Loading…

Lorene Bartos: Fall maintenance important for heating equipment

Fall is here and cooler temperatures mean it's time to turn on the heat. In fact, with the recent cold snap, many heating systems have already been put to use, so it is important to have them inspected and serviced.

Nov 07, 2009 | 11:20 pm | Loading…

Taking a peaceful walk in the pope's garden

The 49 acres of solitude are a great break from the hustle and bustle of Vatican City.

Nov 06, 2009 | 11:30 pm | Loading…

Homefront: Putting the garden to rest

Bring a shovel and help with Sunken Gardens Saturday.

Nov 05, 2009 | 11:20 am | Loading…

Homefront: Frank Lloyd Wright and his Suburban Dream

Love him or hate him, architect Frank Lloyd Wright had a vision for living in the burbs.

Nov 03, 2009 | 8:45 am | Loading…

Speaker to talk about plant selection, water conservation

In the early 1990s, David Salman watched water costs in New Mexico begin to increase as residents' access to water began to decrease. A horticulturist and nursery owner, Salman knew both developments would impact him in a big way. His initial response, he said in a phone interview, was to…

Oct 31, 2009 | 11:20 pm | Loading…

Native plants offer a variety of fall colors

The best weather conditions for good fall color are ample sunlight, cool but not freezing temperatures and dry weather. The color change occurs as chlorophyll disappears and the yellow and orange pigments become visible. Minimal wind and rain, as well as adequate moisture through the grow…

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