
Over the past 25 years, Murray Anderson has tackled practically every home improvement project imaginable. An avid DIYer, he has upgraded, remodeled, and refurbished his homes all on his own. Now he has turned his focus to sharing that expertise with his DoItYourself.com readers.
In addition to his home improvement articles, Murray's published work includes articles on personal finance, computer maintenance, and small business strategy. His work has appeared in numerous online and print publications in both the United States and Canada, among them, The Consumer Economist, The Almanac for Farmers and City Folk, Garden and Hearth, and The Dollar Stretcher.
Murray's been married for over 30 years, and he and his wife have two children.
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Solar Lights Add Easy Functionality to Your Yard
Solar lights aren't as hard to install as you may think....
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Decorating on a Budget
Decorating or redecorating a home is fun, but it can be expensive. To give a room a new look wi...
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New Windows and Doors will Increase Your Home's Energy Efficiency
Over time, windows and doors like everything else will wear out and need to be replaced. While...
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What You Need to Know About Ladders
Almost all homeowners have a ladder around the house, and most don't spend much time thinking a...
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Hot Water Heater Repair
A water heater is the kind of home appliance most of us take for granted, but when you jump int...
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How to Replace a Shower Head
From water wasting to low-flow in just 2 steps....
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Make Your Home Unattractive to Thieves
Use these preventative tips to keep thieves out of your home....
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Nails or Adhesives
Nails aren't your only option. Check here to see when you can use adhesives instead....
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Options and Styles for Your New Fence
Need to define your borders? Check out these options....
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How to Install Laminate Flooring
Save money and install your laminate floor yourself....
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17 Must-Have Tools for Any Project
The true "must have" tool that all homeowners need for any job around the home is a toolbox. Bu...
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Install a Keyless Drill Chuck
Update an old, but reliable, tool in four easy steps....
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Remodel Your Tub Quickly and Easily With a Bathtub Liner
If you are thinking of remodeling your bathtub, consider using a bathtub line you can install y...
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Choosing Interior Paint Colors
Often the hardest part of updating your home's interior is choosing the new paint colors ....
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Maintaining Your Concrete Driveway
Quite likely one of the reasons you invested in having a concrete driveway installed at your ho...
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Stucco - Made to Last
Stucco gained popularity as a siding material in North America during the twentieth century, bu...
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Faucet Types and How to Repair Them: The Basics
Compression and Cartridge Faucets - Ball and Disc Faucets Before you can start thinking abo...
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Prepping for Laminate Floor Installation
Laminate floors have become a popular choice for people looking to update or upgrade their old...
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Install an Overmount Sink
Installing an overmount sink - the common type of sink that rests above the countertop - might...
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The Advantages of Instant Hot Water Dispensers
Lots of people love the idea of having an instant hot water dispenser in their kitchen. Using i...