Negative basement pressure can be combatted with duct

Question: I had a new gas water heater installed by a professional. I think I have negative pressure being created because of my high-efficiency furnace and exhaust. I also installed a six-inch insulated duct, dedicated to the water heater, so . . .

Posted: 2017-03-25

That old china could be a very kind Senorita

That dusty old china you've got in a cabinet could be worth some cash

Got China? Perhaps it was your mom’s, your grandma’s, or dear departed Aunt Lulu’s? Don’t use it? Don’t know what to do with it? Ever wondered what it might be worth? No problem. The very first thing you have to do is . . .

Posted: 2017-03-25

Use a pencil, newspaper to clear glue streaks

QUESTION: We have a streak across our woodstove glass caused by gasket glue. We have tried glass cleaner, solvents and a razor blade and nothing will remove it. It takes away from the ambience of the fire and we would . . .

Posted: 2017-03-25

Smart technology is making refrigerators cool

High-tech features meant to increase convenience

A century after the refrigerator supplanted the ice box as the newfangled way to keep perishable foods cool and fresh, the fridge is getting a digital makeover and joining the ranks of "smart" products. Leading the charge are two of the . . .

Posted: 2017-03-25

Negative basement pressure can be combatted with duct

Question: I had a new gas water heater installed by a professional. I think I have negative pressure being created because of my high-efficiency furnace and exhaust. I also installed a six-inch insulated duct, dedicated to the water heater, so . . .

Posted: 2017-03-25

Use a pencil, newspaper to clear glue streaks

QUESTION: We have a streak across our woodstove glass caused by gasket glue. We have tried glass cleaner, solvents and a razor blade and nothing will remove it. It takes away from the ambience of the fire and we would . . .

Posted: 2017-03-25

Sold March 25

SOLD: Richmond West ADDRESS: 49 Branson Cres. ASKING PRICE: $384, 900 SOLD PRICE: $385, 000 TAXES: $4, 097.24 SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 380 BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 3 LOT SIZE: 50 x 110 LISTING AGENT: Ken Maines, Coldwell Banker, 204-999-9078   SOLD: Charleswood ADDRESS: 157 Hendon Ave. W. ASKING PRICE: $214, 900 SOLD . . .

Posted: 2017-03-25

New condo dresses up Old Tuxedo

Development pays homage to history while looking toward the future

The first new condominium development in Old Tuxedo in 20 years is slated to begin construction this summer. Called 139 Tuxedo (pronounced one-three-nine Tuxedo), the development — which will be the flagship property of Karma Development Corporation — will see a . . .

Posted: 2017-03-25

Sensibly stylish

Home unforgettable in its functionality

Every new home design is a sum of its parts. Which is to say that once everything is said and done, a whole host of design features come together to create a home. Hence, a home’s overall livability is determined by . . .

Posted: 2017-03-25

Philly flower show rides Dutch Wave

Sustainable practices and structures are the focus of this year's event

This may be a first: the venerable Philadelphia Flower Show, which seeks to anticipate spring through floral sleight of hand, is coinciding with the real thing this week. The largest and oldest flower show in the United States is a week . . .

Posted: 2017-03-18