A leaking caulk joint in a shower can cause wood rot. Leaks around a toilet commonly cause rot in wood subfloors and joists below. Roof leaks and dryer or bath-fan exhaust in attics can rot out roof ...

Wood rot is a sibling to mold growth. Mold growth requires but three things: a food source, mold spores and water. Those ...

Paint and wood don’t play well together because wood has a propensity to expand and contract when it gets wet and then dries. Most paints can’t take this back-and-forth motion and eventually crack and ...

Unlock to see our ratings and compare products side by side The Behr Deckplus Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Wood Stain (Home Depot) is part of the Wood stains test program at Consumer Reports. In our ...

Most options for wood used in decks, outdoor furniture and siding are rarely entirely earth friendly, since they are often treated with heavy metals or toxic chemicals, or logged from unsustainable ...

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 ...

We are very excited to show you the exterior restoration of a wood frame house. Brownstoner commenter Williamsburgguys very generously shared photographs and all the details of his renovation with us.

CE; 0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEUDiscover the history, science, and modern applications of authentic yakisugi, a sustainable wood treatment that enhances durability and design while balancing tradition ...