Each window type for home has specific features and characteristics. In addition to appearance (from inside and outside), consider their function, whether or not you want to open them and the amount of light they let in. Also think about…
Perhaps your front door is simply too weather-beaten to repair, or maybe you want to go with a new look. They say the front door is the soul to your home. The first decision to make concerns materials: steel, fiberglass…
Maintain your AC unit, which will run more efficiently, use less energy, and cost less money to run. A properly maintained system will also last longer before needing to be replaced. It should be noted that there are some tasks…
We’ve all seen backyards where the garden shed sticks out like a sore thumb. Maybe it’s the wrong color or style, or perhaps the shed is in need of repair. Help your garden shed stand out with a garden shed…
Each light bulb has its pros and cons and certain bulbs work better in different spaces of a home. Take a deeper look at the different light bulbs to see where each should be used. Incandescent is the most commonly used…
Lighting a room seems easy enough: Plug in a lamp, flip a switch, and voilà! What was once dark is now bright. But certain missteps can cause a comfy space to feel, well, off. Here some common mistakes to avoid:…
There are many benefits to adding ceiling fans into your home’s design that go beyond cooling off a room. Using ceiling fans throughout the home greatly reduces energy costs, while also providing comfort, style and beautiful lighting. In the summer,…
You’ve got a property, and maybe even a front yard, back yard, or both. Nice! Now comes a tricky decision: what about fencing? Surprisingly, one of the hardest choices to make about the exterior of your property is how you…
This time of the year may be a good time to organize your garage. The first step of garage organization is to look through the space and determine what items should or can be stored together, such as: Gardening supplies and tools Sports…
Done right, exterior entry lights makes the most of what you’ve got, complementing your home’s architecture, increasing security, and helping guests navigate their way to the front landing. That said, it can be a real challenge to select the perfect…
Washers, dryers, refrigerators, and toasters: these appliances aren’t items that most people get excited about. For the most part, we’re just happy if they work properly — much less offer Wifi. But some unique small kitchen appliances are turning heads…
There are so many kitchen gadgets out there that claim to make your life easier. I filtered through the fluff and found a few cool kitchen products that will come in handy. Here are some old and some different. I…
A new kitchen faucet can add style and functionality while taking less than an hour to replace. Number of Faucet Holes and Spacing New kitchen faucets will cost anywhere from $50 to $1,000, but the price goes up substantially if you change to…
Searching for a stylish but affordable material for your kitchen countertop? Don’t snub your nose at inexpensive kitchen countertop surfaces like laminate Consider that between the brands Formica and Wilsonart, more than 325 colors and patterns are available. This makes…
With the growing interest in smart home technology is the question most homeowners have before they purchase these products is whether the investment is worth the price in the long run? Will investing in a smart thermostat, a smart wall…