The solution seems pretty simple to me, use a tempered glass staircase wall (baluster) topped with a nice railing. The railing could be made of the same wood as the staircase treads.
I take it you had someone watching your setup when you inevitably had to go back indoors to get tools or parts? I don't think I would ever do that for fear of something getting forgotten outdoors ...
Another cheap solution to the window problem is to mount conventional shades upside down in the window. Mount the roller shade at the bottom of the window frame. Tie kite string to the shade pull...
My favorite rose is Marmalade Skies. It is an everblooming orange/red/pink fragrant, floribunda rose which is very hardy and will happily grow in a 24" planter. What really impresses me about it...
We can paint the inside of the front door, but not the outside. Anyone have any suggestions for the inside? After all, the front door rarely stays open long enough to make a visual impact as noted...
Given the mirror's size and intricate detail, I suggest you examine the mirror's frame for evidence of gold leaf. I suspect it may be. If so, I would really try to live with the "antiqued gold le...
I agree with the others in keeping your cabinets as they are. Your cabinets look new and your kitchen appears to be fairly small, in addition your cabinets appear to be of a fairly high quality co...
Though I don't necessarily agree with the writer, he has a point. As is so abundantly demonstrated on this website, living comfortably in a small space requires a lot of well-considered and execut...
What people did before air conditioning became common is immaterial today, having adequate air conditioning is a health necessity, regardless of your health status. One need not be elderly to die ...
Given that they are interested in a house in Manhattan rather than a condominium or co-op, they automatically limit themselves to multimillion dollar properties. I guess this project will be anoth...
Assuming a new apartment passes my initial evaluation criteria: Location, neighborhood, and unit square footage.
These are my five most important issues:
1. Well mai...
I agree with Bepsf.
Well built, high quality sofas cost a fortune. Since the sofa is expected to outlast 5 or more normal sofas, the buyer expects to keep it 30 years or more or han...
This is logical advice for window and central air conditioners, since there are models available with EER's as high as 14. However, try shopping for an energy efficient wall a/c unit. Almost non...
This system was profiled in the NY Times a number of years ago with positive reviews. At the time the company had a representative based in New York City, he may or may not still be there.
I'll use a garbage disposer any day for food waste over dealing with roaches, mice and other vermin due to poorly stored garbage. Environmental/green issues? sorry, I have limits.
My beloved Calico cat Ginger, whom I rescued from the street after my nextdoor neighbor abandoned her, died two years ago in winter at an estimated age 16. She was the happiest, most affectionate ...
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The solution seems pretty simple to me, use a tempered glass staircase wall (baluster) topped with a nice railing. The railing could be made of the same wood as the staircase treads.
I take it you had someone watching your setup when you inevitably had to go back indoors to get tools or parts? I don't think I would ever do that for fear of something getting forgotten outdoors ...
Another cheap solution to the window problem is to mount conventional shades upside down in the window. Mount the roller shade at the bottom of the window frame. Tie kite string to the shade pull...
My favorite rose is Marmalade Skies. It is an everblooming orange/red/pink fragrant, floribunda rose which is very hardy and will happily grow in a 24" planter. What really impresses me about it...
We can paint the inside of the front door, but not the outside. Anyone have any suggestions for the inside? After all, the front door rarely stays open long enough to make a visual impact as noted...
Given the mirror's size and intricate detail, I suggest you examine the mirror's frame for evidence of gold leaf. I suspect it may be. If so, I would really try to live with the "antiqued gold le...
I like the idea a lot, but after visiting the architect's website, via a link on Sunset, I wasn't all that impressed with the room.
I agree with the others in keeping your cabinets as they are. Your cabinets look new and your kitchen appears to be fairly small, in addition your cabinets appear to be of a fairly high quality co...
I love the tile work in the bathroom.
Though I don't necessarily agree with the writer, he has a point. As is so abundantly demonstrated on this website, living comfortably in a small space requires a lot of well-considered and execut...
What people did before air conditioning became common is immaterial today, having adequate air conditioning is a health necessity, regardless of your health status. One need not be elderly to die ...
Given that they are interested in a house in Manhattan rather than a condominium or co-op, they automatically limit themselves to multimillion dollar properties. I guess this project will be anoth...
Assuming a new apartment passes my initial evaluation criteria: Location, neighborhood, and unit square footage. These are my five most important issues: 1. Well mai...
I agree with Bepsf. Well built, high quality sofas cost a fortune. Since the sofa is expected to outlast 5 or more normal sofas, the buyer expects to keep it 30 years or more or han...
This is logical advice for window and central air conditioners, since there are models available with EER's as high as 14. However, try shopping for an energy efficient wall a/c unit. Almost non...
This system was profiled in the NY Times a number of years ago with positive reviews. At the time the company had a representative based in New York City, he may or may not still be there.
Clock radio with two alarms and the sun.
I'll use a garbage disposer any day for food waste over dealing with roaches, mice and other vermin due to poorly stored garbage. Environmental/green issues? sorry, I have limits.
My beloved Calico cat Ginger, whom I rescued from the street after my nextdoor neighbor abandoned her, died two years ago in winter at an estimated age 16. She was the happiest, most affectionate ...
Aside from the dust accumulation problems, what about the danger of getting cut or scratched by the can edges?