By Rob Robillard Sage advice from a seasoned carpenter. In the finish carpentry world, fireplace mantels are often the ...

Want a fresh look for your stone fireplace without the expense of hiring a mason? A coat or two of whitewash can do the trick. While regular white paint—or any color, for that matter—would also work, ...

These are beautiful (and expensive to install) structures that are often the focal point of a living space. A well-built and well-maintained stone or brick fireplace can last a lifetime.

Many homes have fireplaces or propane stoves ... of gravel on top of the sand and complete the installation. Add about 4 inches of crushed stone within the cavity, then lay down your final two ...

Every installation is unique, thanks to the natural character of each stone and the wide variety of pattern possibilities. So what will all these benefits cost you? Materials and labor tend to ...

If you’re looking to add some warmth to a room but don’t want the hassle of a traditional fireplace, an ethanol fireplace is ...

The limited square footage of a powder room offers an opportunity to go wilder and more luxe than you might elsewhere.

Finding the best flooring installation company can guide you through ... to clean and has a softer underfoot compared to tile or stone. Vinyl is a popular choice for basements, bathrooms or ...

However, fireplaces aren’t a particularly efficient ... Pay special attention to how and where you’ll install it to ensure clearance from combustible materials in exterior walls or floors ...

Meredith and Derek Byers bought their Kirkwood home in 2015, photographed on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, and took eight years ...

Wood paneling, stair materials, countertops and tabletops, ceiling beams, fireplace ... flooring is natural stone because of the cost of excavation, transportation, and installation.