Q: Thank you for your article on exterior trim. Where in San Francisco can I buy the decorative plantons you describe? A: Plantons? Sounds like some kind of tropical fruit. There is no such thing ...

You also mentioned decorative wood. Be particularly careful when removing old decorative wood trim. This old wood trim is often very high-quality and handmade, so it may be impossible to replace ...

I ran across this image while looking for something, and it made me think about the wood bead decor trend for 2025. I wondered if the wood bead garlands and things were still “in.” They may ...

When it comes to home decor, the little details can make all the difference. On average, installing trim costs between $0.50 and $25 per linear foot, and it’s a great way to add a touch of ...

Q: I really love the look of those thick-slatted wood blinds. My house is an early 1950s ranch and amazingly has original unpainted wood trim around each window, which is also wood. I think the bli… ...

If you have access to a table saw, you can achieve the same results. I suggest you cut the 8-foot 4-by-4 into four 2-foot long pieces. You can now fashion 8 different fence post designs if you want.

I think they believe wood has a better, more durable finish than paint – plus, it's natural. But as most women know, natural is overrated. (I have no idea – nor do I want to know – what my ...