When thinking of ways to elevate your home's curb appeal, don't forget about your shutters. There's one easy tip that will take them to the next level.

Dear Tim: I have eight-year-old green vinyl shutters that have faded badly. These shutters are in very good condition otherwise, but they are chalky and just plain dingy-looking. Is it possible to ...

Cable railing; PVC to vent gas appliances; Upgrade a door; Painting vinyl shutters. Tom Silva travels to Utah to help a homeowner replace his traditional stair railing with more modern cable railing; ...