Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Nothing jazzes up your home like plants and flowers thriving in DIY window boxes. But how do you choose the right type of ...

Learn More › Highlights Most cedar siding costs average $13,000, but homeowners can expect to spend between $8,000 and $45,000. The home size, type and grade of wood, style of siding, labor fees, ...

There are tons of good reasons to opt for a wooden planter box — perhaps you're short on gardening space or don't have suitable soil in your yard. With a planter box or raised bed, you have much more ...

The inherent fragrance of cedar tree wood and its ability to repel insects make it a preferred choice for equipping wardrobes and closets. Nevertheless, the plethora of cedar products available in the ...

It’s good to know what type of product you’re working with. Because the natural world of wood is so perfectly unpredictable and varied, familiarity with tree types and wood grain is one of the most ...

Dear James: Our bedroom has a cedar closet, but the scent is almost gone, and I plan to build a second cedar closet. How can I restore the scent, and do you have any tips for the new one? — Melanie F.