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Energy Star view detail comment email this

Energy Star is "a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency." The site provides information on building remodeling and repairing, a list of products that meet "energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency and the US Department of Energy," and more. Searchable.
http://www.energystar.gov/
Topics: Architecture, Energy, Home & Housing
Last updated Aug 25, 2004


Handy Ma'am: Tool Box Archive view detail comment email this

Small collection of articles on tools used for home improvement projects, such as drills, saws, nail guns, levels, and pry bars. Also provides suggestions for putting together a basic toolbox. From a show that aired on PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) featuring tips from a mother-daughters team of home improvement experts.
http://www.pbs.org/wttw/handymaamtv/toolboxArchive.htm
Topics: Architecture, Home & Housing, Home & Housing
Last updated Aug 3, 2005


Handyman USA view detail comment email this

This searchable site is full of "information plans and advice" for a wide range of home improvement projects and repairs including building a deck, electrical, installing doors, plumbing, painting, basketball court dimensions, keeping a basement dry, and much more. There are FAQs, expert forums, an e-mail newsletter, and tips for energy conservation and appliance maintenance. Contributions are welcome.
http://www.handymanusa.com/
Topics: Architecture, Electrical Energy, Energy, Home & Housing
Last updated Aug 25, 2004


Home Improvement: Tools view detail comment email this

Collection of illustrated articles on techniques for using tools for home improvement projects. Covers chisels and planes, clamps and vises, drills, hammers, saws, measurement tools, sanders, screwdrivers, and other tools for woodworking and metalworking. From the DIY Network.
http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/hi_tools/0,2036,DIY_13936,00.html
Topics: Architecture, Home & Housing, Home & Housing
Last updated Aug 3, 2005


The Home Wheelchair Ramp Project view detail comment email this

"'How to Build Wheelchair Ramps for Homes' is a manual of design and construction for modular wheelchair ramps," available at this site along with articles, safety tips, and funding ideas for building ramps and long-tread, low-riser steps. Includes links to related sites. From the Metropolitan Center for Independent Living, St. Paul, Minnesota.
http://www.wheelchairramp.org/
Topics: Architecture, Disabilities, Home & Housing
Last updated Apr 6, 2004


Hometime.com: How to Guide view detail comment email this

Contains "do-it-yourself project information for a variety of home-improvement projects," including electrical, plumbing, roofing, framing, flooring, landscaping, painting, contracting, ceramic tile, decks, garages, and saunas. From the PBS TV Program.
http://www.hometime.com/Howto/howto.htm
Topics: Architecture, Arts and Humanities, Arts and Humanities, Crafts, Home & Housing, Home & Housing
Last updated May 29, 2005


ImproveNet view detail comment email this

This site offers many useful tools and calculators for home remodelers. There are estimators for specific jobs such as roofing or kitchen remodels or total house redesign; there are house plans and room "visualizers" and project calculators for tile, wallpaper, painting, etc. Most are free; some require Adobe Acrobat Reader or other free software. Registration (also free) allows the user to participate in newsletters and expert advice forums. It is also convenient, for comparison purposes, to have in one place the major suppliers of a particular appliance or product.
http://www.improvenet.com/
Topics: Architecture, Home & Housing, Home & Housing, Housing
Last updated Aug 26, 2001


National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) view detail comment email this

For "consumers designing their dream kitchen or bath." From the casual browser to the individual ready to make some decisions, this site contains useful information for all. Tips from the pros, FAQs about remodeling, links to informational articles published by the association, planning guidelines, and pictures of the NKBA's annual design contest winners' entries are all available.
http://www.nkba.org/
Topics: Architecture, Home & Housing, Home & Housing
Last updated Mar 6, 2007


Plumbing 101: Plumbing Home Improvement and Repair DIY Articles view detail comment email this

Collection of brief, easy-to-understand plumbing tips. Covers topics such as how to clean mineral deposits on faucets, safe drinking water after an earthquake, operating costs of appliances and energy and water saving suggestions, troubleshooting toilet problems, frozen pipes, decorating and remodeling, and more. Includes a glossary of plumbing terms. From a plumbing company.
http://www.friendlyplumber.com/plumbing101.html
Topics: Architecture, Home & Housing, Home & Housing
Last updated Jun 7, 2005


This Old House view detail comment email this

This site for old home renovation and restoration features projects, tips, techniques, and resources from over twenty years of the PBS television series.
http://www.thisoldhouse.com/
Topics: Architecture, Home & Housing, Home & Housing
Last updated Dec 19, 2005


This Old House: Tools & Products view detail comment email this

Articles on the selection and use of tools (hand and power) and materials for home improvement projects. Topics include hammers, nail pullers, multi-tools, miter saws, workbenches, hand planes, garden hand tools, and more. Most articles include images. Note: A few articles (unfortunately not marked) are available only to subscribers.
http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/home-improvement-tools
Topics: Architecture, Home & Housing, Home & Housing
Last updated Aug 7, 2007




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