Right At Home – A Home Improvement Blog by Mosby
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Create a Master Suite with a Bathroom Addition
The family loved the home they bought in Clayton, MO except for one thing - there was only one bathroom on the ground floor. Longing for a master suite, they enlisted Mosby Building Arts, who created the solution to build a bathroom and walk-in closet room...
From Boom to Break Down: The Problems of Homes Built Between 1997 and 2007
For some people, being able to own a home is the American dream, and for others building a new home is the apex of that dream. But with an economic boost from the late 90’s to the late 2000’s came a boom of newly built homes that weren’t the dreams many asked for. An...
Q&A: Moldy Paint & Respiratory Ailments
Question Three weeks ago I repainted our bedroom walls using paint that was about 7 years old. It mixed well so I assumed it was fine to use. After applying the paint I noticed an odor unlike any smell I had ever experienced before. It was so strong that we couldn't...
What Can Cause a Brick Wall to Collapse?
On August 12, 2015, a section of the brick wall on a building erected in 1860 failed dramatically, leaving a 5-story gaping hole on the south side of the historic building. All occupants escaped without injury. Here’s the original news story about the Laclede’s...
7 Signs of a Dangerous Deck
If it seems like you hear more news stories about collapsing decks, it’s not just your imagination. According to the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA), approximately 40 million decks are over 20 years old, and this greatly increases the likelihood of...
Cast Out The Cast Iron: Converting Old Plumbing Stacks to PVC
Our Right Bath Division Manager gives some insights on when an old cast iron stack should be replaced and why. “Replacing an old cast iron stack is important to avoid future leaks, backups and clogs from old worn down existing plumbing.” Ken explains.What is a...
9 Design Ideas for Small Bathrooms
One of the toughest bathroom design challenges is how to fit a sink, shower and toilet into a space the size of a shoe box and still have room to use it. Oh, and it needs storage for necessities. Plus, it must look good. That’s a lot to ask from a tiny space that...
How to Avoid Being Ripped Off By a Roofer
Some of the most unbelievable home improvement rip-offs come from scam-artists disguised as roofers. Reputable roofing contractors have to deal with an unfairly tarnished reputation because consumers are too often taken in by unlicensed pretenders. ...
How to Properly Remove an Inground Pool
A Glendale, Missouri home had an inground gunnite pool installed in 1964 (shown above). When Mosby Building Arts’ clients’ bought the house over 20 years ago, the family was thrilled to have a pool. It brought countless hours of fun – and maintenance. With the...
A Mason’s Advice on Brick Chimney Leaks and Repairs
Randy Sloss is the Mason for Mosby Building Arts, following in the footsteps of his mason father and grandfather. Along with brick, stone and tuckpointing work, he spends a lot of time on roofs looking at chimneys. Learn about brick chimney leaks, repair and...
Space Planning: Giving You Room for Recreation
We love playing games at home, and instinctively create spaces to recreate. For example, a certain chair across from a certain TV that’s regularly used to play video games is a dedicated recreation space. As the games get bigger, like pinball or table tennis, it...
The Great Debate: Do You Need a Bathtub in Your Home?
There comes a point in preparing for a bathroom remodel where a decision must be made: is a bath tub necessary? You Can Shower in a Tub But, You Can’t Bathe in a Shower The classic tub/shower combination remains a standard because of the flexibility of dual use....