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Are there any builders who build green homes conclusively that you know of? What are the things I should look for in a new green home and what are the building guidelines? Are green homes more expensive?

Do you use a technique when painting your walls? For example, I'm always seeing on TV that you should start off with a big W. My nephew who is a contractor says to start with panels, from top to bottom, then, start the 2nd panel overlapping half of the fist column, and so on. Then come back and...

I have always wanted to raise bamboo. Solely for the bamboo. How tall do they get? What are the best varieties, and are there any I should avoid. I understand bamboo is easy to grow, but I have also heard it grows like a weed.

If I go with a bamboo floor, can it be refinished in the future, like a hardwood floor? I'm wondering if it has the same qualities.

A house, townhouse or condo? Which would you prefer to live in? I'm leaning towards purchasing a condo or townhome, but I'm just not sure. What are the pros and cons of all these you can think of?

Who knows how to fix a door that won't stay in place? For example, every time I open my interior door to the garage it comes back on me when I'm trying to carry in groceries. I always have to kick it back open with my foot. It's aggravating.

My brother is always complaining about how crappy they make tools these days. He collects old tools because he says they are higher quality. Do you think this is true and should I be looking for older tools?

Is there anyone here who has a bear claw bath tub? I have always wanted one. Are there any pros or cons you can state about them? I would think a stand alone tub would be easier to install than a conventional tub. Am I wrong?

What are some causes of the water level going down in a swimming pool (in ground) at a rapid rate, beside weather and sun evaporation? Would a major crack or problem be visible? My sister has to keep filling her pool up with the garden hose.