After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. pvc window A fresh lick of paint is a great way to refresh tired old window frames without having to replace them. And vinyl or ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Look, we all wish we could have real wood clapboard, but the reality is, sometimes it's just not in the budget (or on the rental).

Today’s vinyl window frames can generally be tilted or completely removed for easier cleaning. Use a soft cloth and warm soapy water to wash the vinyl frames. You might be so pleased with the results ...

If the finish on your home's vinyl or aluminum siding looks dull and no longer has the curb appeal that it once did, chances are a good scrubbing will have it looking new again. Yet some homeowners ...

Dear Lisa: When they installed your vinyl siding years ago, the contractor probably told you it would never need any maintenance. This is true, but the appearance of it can certainly degrade over time ...

A male hand using a roller to paint a wall orange - Arturnyk/Getty Images Whether tackling a home renovation or completing a craft project, your paint options are plentiful. While it's nice to be able ...

You’ll find a lot of contradictory advice on the web, including statements that paint will or won’t stick to vinyl and warnings that dark paint will make vinyl window frames warp and fail. But, yes, ...

You may be asking this if you just had new energy-efficient vinyl windows installed but they need a special finishing touch. Or maybe you replaced your rickety old ...