DEAR TIM: My son tried to do me a favor while I was out of town by caulking my kitchen backsplash. Although his intentions were wonderful, his skill level leaves much to be desired as he made a mess ...

It’s easy to make a mess when caulking with a manual gun—trust me, I know. This power caulking gun is easy to use and makes perfect caulk lines every time.

`Cutting in` is a term professional installers use for cutting the opening in a countertop for a new kitchen or bathroom sink. For amateurs, cutting in a sink can be ...

Q: My son tried to do me a favor while I was out of town by caulking my kitchen backsplash. Although his intentions were wonderful, he made a mess of things. How do I remove the dried caulk and how ...

Replace Caulk: Whether from damage over time or if a stain persists, you may need to remove the old caulk and apply new, matching silicone for a fresh look. Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Do not use cleaning ...

In older homes, after years of use, many sinks can work loose enough from the countertop to allow water to get underneath. This causes many problems for the stuff you store under there. I have a quick ...

Q: My stone countertop has developed lots of tiny spots and cuts and scratches, and it is really not that old. I found out later that it is granite, and it is pitted. How can I restore it? RUINED MY ...

Concrete countertops are becoming more popular, and understandably so. The ingredients are relatively inexpensive, the installation is relatively easy with a step-by-step guide, and the project is ...

There are a few ways to update existing laminate countertops on a budget, but at some point, you may feel the need to totally replace them. Installing a new laminate countertop on your cabinet may ...

According to the Cambridge Dictionary, caulk is a material or substance used for filling in the gaps around the edge of something. Another definition “is a material used to seal joints or seams ...