Q: There is a problem in the heavily trafficked, upstairs stairwell of our 1919 house. One of the floorboards (not original to the house) is splitting. A long, narrow portion is pulling away from the ...

On a walk this week enjoying our pleasant weather, I discovered this “compass” tree shown in the picture. Since it was pointing north, thought I would give it a nickname. What, when and how … and now ...

When it comes to looking after your garden, nutrient-rich mulch is a great solution. You spread it on the surface of your soil to retain water, boost plant growth, suppress the weeds and improve the ...