Inspect damaged materials for mold and mildew. Mold can start to grow in the right conditions in as little as 24 hours. For long-term issues, like mold caused by attic condensation, the mold may have ...

Q: My house was built in 1954. It has wooden windowsills in the bath that get wet when someone showers. Areas of rotted wood have been repaired, I think with DAP Plastic Wood. The windowsills have ...

Jim Avery of Precision Painting of Westchester gives expert advice on when the job might be a bit more involved. Q: I live in an older apartment and my wooden windowsills have been swelling with all ...

Reasonably priced, with diverse designs, and easy to maintain, laminate countertops are a popular option among homeowners. Highly durable, they can last between 10 and 15 years if you're committed to ...

Warping. Discoloration. Flaking. Probably some funky odors, too. These are all unpleasant results that should be familiar to anybody whose board games have gotten really, really wet after some unhappy ...