Columnist and consultant Linda Case visits "the coolest small company in America" and brings back some lessons for remodelers. More
High-volume, low-pressure (HVLP) paint sprayers are light, mobile, and provide a... More
A credit card is defined as a "small, thin plastic object that allows the holder to purchase goods or services on credit." Today, credit card purchases are used for one-tenth of consumer payments made in the U.S. More and more consumers choose to use credit cards for purchases ranging from a $3 cup of coffee to a major appliance or an extravagant vacation. And while home improvement contractors are sometimes happy to take credit cards, they often prefer that customers finance jobs the old-fashioned ways: with a check or with some form of consumer financing. More
Constructed of solid brass and featuring the maker's Maxum deadbolt, the Cambria lever set has an ornate one-piece design and comes in Satin Nickel, Oil-Rubbed Bronze, and Anti-Tarnish PVD Brass. Offering the appearance of aged metal, the finish carries a 10-year warranty and is now available on the maker's Ultra Max line, including the Chelsea and Arlington handlesets, 980 Grade-One deadbolts, the Commonwealth lever, and Hancock knobs. More
Beating the stress of running a remodeling business More
In this article, a veteran glass block contractor explains the details that make... More
Bonding to gas pipes; Frank Lloyd Wright rebar mystery; vinyl siding comments; recipe for roof algae cleaner More
Easy access to all job documents is the key to bringing projects in on budget and on time. A project manager tells how he organizes the paperwork so that critical job information is always available on site. More
