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…
If you find you’re becoming restless with your furniture, consider updating the hardware. This simple fix can majorly transform dressers and cabinets with new cabinet knobs, taking them from blah to wow! New hardware can make inexpensive pieces look vintage…
If you ever feel the need to make some sort of change in or around the house, consider starting small before doing something drastic like painting the walls a new color or flipping the furniture around. Sometimes making a little…
Since the outdoor deck plays such a key role for your exterior, it’s very important to give your design ample thought before diving in.When it comes to outdoor deck ideas, your first point of consideration should be the construction materials used.…
Your yard is an important part of your home; you use it for hosting parties, spending a quiet evening after work and even for attracting wildlife. In any case, most homeowners like to maintain backyard and front yard privacy. So…
Old wood siding, fast becoming a dinosaur in new construction, regularly needs the protection of a new coat of paint, so I bought a Xboost Turbine Wagner sprayer (more power, less time) realizing I do not have to be fancy…
We know how to connect our computers and smartphones, now we can connect clocks, speakers, lights, door bells, cameras, windows, window blinds, hot water heaters, appliances, cooking utensils, you name it. And what if those devices could all communicate, send you information,…
This time of the year, is a good time to paint the interior of your home, not too hot to leave your window open. In a world where thousands of colors of paint can be yours for just $25 a…
Here are some ideas to consider before installing an island in your kitchen. A kitchen with an island should have at least 42 inches of clearance on each side of the island. Why so much? It is meant to be a work…
Window Boxes Putting up exterior window treatments such as shutters and window boxes can beautify your home while adding some practical benefits. On top of curb appeal (both through flowers and paint colors), awnings and closable shutters can help keep…
A gazebos are freestanding, open garden structure, sometimes hexagonal or octagonal in shape, with a roof. Most gazebos are constructed of wood or metal and have built-in seating inside the sheltered area. To add a sense of enclosure and privacy, latticework or…
Arbors date back to early Egyptian and Roman gardens and were used throughout Europe by the late 16th century. The term arbor, or arbour, is an English word, believed to be derived from the Old French herbere or Anglo-French herbe, meaning herb or grass. Residential…
Window Boxes Putting up exterior window treatments such as shutters and window boxes can beautify your home while adding some practical benefits. On top of curb appeal (both through flowers and paint colors), awnings and closable shutters can help keep…
Fall in love with your yard again with a pergola. For homeowners, beautiful landscaping can make a significant difference. While lush plants and verdant lawns are common outdoor features, adding a structure to complement the greenery in your backyard is a popular…