
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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Modernize Your Kitchen With a Tile Backsplash
7 steps to a new look for your kitchen....
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Should I Fertilize in the Fall?
We'll show you why fall is the perfect season for fertilizer....
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Preventing Ice Dam Damage
Is your roof protected from the devastating effects of an ice dam? Better make sure....
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Basics of Snow Blower Safety and Maintenance
Here's how to keep your snow blower-and yourself-in good working order this winter....
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Planning Your Suspended Ceiling
You can't just start putting up tiles....
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Winter Is Around the Corner - Are You Ready?
Get these tasks out of the way before the big snowstorms hit....
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Thanksgiving Touches for Your Home
Decorate for Thanksgiving with just a few simple touches around the home....
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Save Energy in Your Home This Winter
Your DIY to-do list for wintertime peace of mind....
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Easy (and Inexpensive) Decorating for Halloween
Here are some affordable ideas for decorating your home (and yourself) for Halloween...
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Insulating Your Attic
Don't let the prospect of adding insulation scare you. It's not that hard....
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Ridge Vents for Proper Attic Ventilation
Wondering what type of attic exhaust vent to use? Here's the case for ridge vents....
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Fall Garden Care
Take advantage of fall's beautiful weather to prepare your garden for next spring....
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Understanding Attic Ventilation
Why would you want to let cold air into your attic? Find out here....
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Building Your Home Hand Tool Kit
If you've just moved into your first house or just moved out on your own, you're going to...
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The Pocket Door Makes a Comeback
Practical and easy to use - pocket doors are making a comeback...
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Fall Accents for the Home
As the summer fades, add a touch of autumn to your home...
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Halloween Pumpkins Don't Need to be Scary
How to create Halloween Jack-o-lanterns that won't scare the kids away...
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Winterizing Your Lawn
Before saying "enough" to summer mowing, here are 4 winterizing steps for your lawn....
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Growing Winter Vegetables
Make your garden fruitful, even in winter, with some winter gardening tips....
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Organic Gardening Grow Your Own Herbs
Ask any cook worth their salt and they’ll tell you herbs are a must for flavorful cooking...