Do you have a damp wall in need of some TLC? Though it’s not recommended to paint damp walls, there are some things you should know if you have no other option. We spoke with painting specialist John ...

“Listen, most basements tend to have lower ceilings and an ooky, musty vibe,” says Tracy Morris, a designer in McLean, Virginia. But Morris and other designers have found that the right paint color — ...

Dealing with a damp basement is annoying enough, but seeing water leaking through cracks in the foundation or mortar joints can feel downright overwhelming. The good news is there are solutions that ...

With layered lighting, soft textures and a few clever design tricks, even the spookiest cellar can become a cozy hideaway ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. When the weather’s wet and cold, it can be a misery in more ...

The drywalls of our house get covered with moisture, especially when it is cold or rains and we use our unvented gas heaters. Paint store people tell me to use Drylok on the walls to keep out the ...

Homeowners hoping to spread their wings around the house are increasingly heading downstairs to create more living space. Whether it’s for a home office, a home theater room, a playroom for the kids, ...