Question for Our Experts What are some initial cleaning steps that a property owner or facilities manager can take in the building restoration process after vandalism has occurred?  Are there any common mistakes that property owners should avoid when trying to clean-up after vandalism damage? Our Experts’ Answer The Short Answer Vandalism damage takes many…

Is it OK to place a jute rug in a room in which it could potentially get wet?  Let’s find out! Q. Is it okay to use a jute rug outside on a covered screened-in room? It probably won’t get too wet but maybe some if rain blows in. A. Jute rugs are generally not…

Question for Our Experts: What should I do if the temperature in my home changes drastically from one floor to the next? Our Experts’ Answer: The Short Answer This problem is a common one for many homeowners.  The good news is that there are systematic steps that can be taken to eliminate this issue or…

Are you an old home enthusiast wondering how to style (or re-style) your favorite gem?  Let’s drop in on this Q&A session with someone in a similar situation: Q. I have a 100-year-old farmhouse that has dark trim and doors throughout. The previous owners painted the walls white in order to sell, but it is…

Small homes can be the cutest homes – but don’t let each individual room in your small home lose its identity to the feel of the overall living space.  Let’s drop in on this Q&A to see what one homeowner is contemplating: Q. I am buying a new construction, which has granite on the kitchen…

Question for Our Experts: My humidifier/dehumidifier doesn’t seem to blow as much air as it used to (i.e. the volume of air flow has decreased) – what do I do? Also, the humidified air sometimes smells.  Can I do anything about that? Our Experts’ Answer: The Short Answer These issues are normally preventable and related…