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Author Profiles

John Riha

has been a residential builder, the editorial director of the Black & Decker Home Improvement Library, and the executive editor of Better Homes and Gardens magazine.

BY THIS AUTHOR

Strategy For Bathroom Remodeling

7 Smart Strategies for Bathroom Remodeling

Here’s how to get the bathroom of your dreams without making your budget a nightmare. Read More

Progress H K
Value Added Med $10,295*
Effort High 2-3 mos (including planning)
Investment High $15,782 (nat'l avg)*
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Window seat in attic bedroom

Attic Bedroom Remodel: Return on Investment

An attic bedroom remodel adds value and extra living space without increasing the size of your house. Read More

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Value Added High $34,916*
Effort High 3-6 wks
Investment High $47,919 (nat'l avg)*
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Green Kitchen Remodeling Tips

6 Green Kitchen Remodeling Tips

Turn your kitchen remodel bright green with these six resource-conserving tips. Read More

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Effort High 6-12 mos (including planning)
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Green Kitchen Counter Tops Eco-friendly Counter Tops

Green Kitchen Countertops: 3 Eco-Friendly Choices

Save money over granite and be kind to your home planet. How? Pick a green kitchen countertop material when you remodel your kitchen. Read More

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Investment High $900–$3,000+ (30 lineal ft)
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Green Kitchen Flooring Eco Alternative Kitchen Flooring

Green Kitchen Flooring: Linoleum and Cork

Linoleum flooring and cork flooring are natural, sustainable kitchen floor options that look sharp, fight germs, and last almost as long as you do. Read More

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Investment Med $1,400-$3,200 (200 sq ft)
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Green Kitchen Cabinets

5 Ways to Get Green Kitchen Cabinets

What makes for green kitchen cabinets? Your cheapest and greenest option is to revamp the ones you already have. Otherwise, think sustainable and fume-free. Read More

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Investment Med $2,000-$20,000+
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Deck Addition Value Value Of Deck Addition

Deck Addition: Return on Investment

A high return on investment makes a deck addition a worthwhile home improvement project. Read More

Progress H K
Value Added Med $7,213*
Effort High 5-10 days (pro install)
Investment High $9,327 (nat'l avg, wood)*
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Basement Remodeling Tips Remodel Your Basement

Basement Remodel: Return on Investment

Basement remodeling offers a high return on your investment — about 70.3% — and it adds valuable living space without increasing the footprint of your home. Read More

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Value Added High $43,095*
Effort High 2-3 mos
Investment High $61,303 (nat'l avg)*
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Green Siding Options Green Siding Buyers Guide

Green Siding Options

Selecting green siding is a matter of weighing trade-offs in longevity, insulation, biodegradability, maintenance, and, in some cases, cost. Read More

Progress H E K
Value Added High $9,926*
Effort Med 5-8 days (install)
Investment High $13,818 (nat'l avg, vinyl)*
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How To Clean Siding Home Siding Care And Maintenance

Cleaning and Caring for Siding

Cleaning and repairing your home’s siding once every year will pay off in the form of a long life and increased value for your home. Read More

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Effort Med 2 days (DIY)
Investment Low $25 (supplies)
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