Sandy Baker
School
Baldwin-Wallace College, Cleveland State University
Expertise
Mortgage And Finance, Exterior Design And Landscaping, Real Estate Sales And Staging
- Sandy has worked in the real estate and personal finance industry for over 21 years.
- Passionate about new and trendy styles in interior designing, Sandy is always updating and modernizing her home, but tends to love vintage Victorian design and Art Deco fun!
- Sandy spends a lot of time antiquing, often with the goal of refinishing, updating, and painting old treasures to give them new life (she loved Flea Market Flip for its inspiration).
Experience
Sandy has worked as a freelance writer for more than 20 years, working for organizations including the New York Times, TransUnion, Realtor.com, and This Old House. She's also worked with local publications in her hometown of Brunswick, located just outside of Cleveland, Ohio. Sandy spends her free time shopping for vintage treasures, gardening and exterior home design, and endlessly following YouTube how-to videos on how to update, refinish, and repair her home. She strives to live an organic, holistic lifestyle surrounded by nature and history.
Education
Sandy earned a B.S. in business administration from Baldwin Wallace University.
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Stories By Sandy Baker
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Milwaukee is noted for its robust line of tools. Take a look at some of the best Milwaukee tools out there that you'll want to include in your tool box.
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If your house smells like somebody lit a candy cane on fire, it might be a serious situation for your air conditioner. Here's what to do.
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Hard water can be a nightmare to deal with. If you've been considering building your own water softener, hear this from our plumbing expert before you start.
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If you've got unwanted pests in and around the house, you might not be sure what you have. Here's how to identify the differences between bed bugs and ticks.
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If creeping Charlie is taking over your lawn, we have a trick to halt its progress. You can then easily remove the weed, preventing it from damaging your yard.
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If you're looking to plant a flowering dogwood tree for some stunning spring blooms, there are a few things you need to keep in mind when it comes to location.
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You may think buying wood for your next project is as simple grabbing whatever they have at a big box store. Our general contracting expert shares his opinion.
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Pushing off your yearly cleaning to spring is basically a tradition at this point, and if you want to rid your grill of stuck-on mess, here's how to do it.
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Bathroom are key to determining a home's resale value. House Digest spoke with a real estate expert for renovation tips that bring a return on investment.
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If you're still deciding what to use for your unfinished basement as a ceiling option, come explore the differences between drywall and drop ceilings.
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Hardwood floors are classic and look great in any space, but they can be expensive. Luckily, our flooring expert explains how to get the look for less.
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Travertine is a great, often underappreciated option for natural stone countertops. This is why you should consider it for your kitchen, and why you might pass.
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If you are looking to add a little light to your bathroom, you don't need to wade in with that bucket of neon paint just yet. David Bromstad has other ideas.
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Corian countertops are one of the most budget-friendly options for your kitchen. Here are the pros and cons of using this durable material.
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We love the stunning results Jenn Todryk achieves on her show "No Demo Reno." While each is different, there is one thing her home makeovers have in common.
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A leather sofa looks great in your living room, but you need to be extra careful when cleaning it. Here's why you should use a specific type of soap.
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If you're eager to take out your tub to increase space and modernize your bathroom, reconsider. HGTV star David Bromstad warned it could later be a major issue.
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We spoke exclusively with Jimmie Meece, brand president of America's Swimming Pool Company, about whether DIYing an inground pool is a good idea.
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The notion of building your own barn isn't necessarily as out there as you might think. Still, before you break out the tools, there are factors to consider.
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Is your bathroom uncomfortably crammed? According to architect Cliff Tan, it's possible the vibe of the room is making it feel snugger than it needs to.
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Cleaning porous grout without marring it is tough, but luckily House Digest has cleaning expert Kathy Cohoon's advice on ditching the mold sans damage.
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If you're remodeling or building your kitchen and want a rustic, farmhouse look, you can achieve your goals with these affordable countertops.
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You can't just put it under the faucet. Luckily, even if you haven't cleaned the surface in a while, electric griddles wipe clean with the proper method.
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How keeping your grass long could save you money on your water bill
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If you're planning to redo your floors, you should be prepared to remove floor glue. This is how to properly remove the glue for a smooth renovation.
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Flies have a terrible reputation, and non-pollinator bugs in general are not considered friendly to gardens ... but every rule needs a few exceptions.
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Do you want your onions to be as big and delicious as possible? If you avoid this common mistake, you'll be well on your way to a great onion harvest.