How to Deal With Contractors

Not everyone is aware of how to deal with contractors. Imagine that your Home Improvement Loan has been granted. What do you do next? Do you rush out and find the first available contractor and offer them your cash? Not a good move.Whether you're planning an addition for a growing... Read More

Luxury Bedding is More Than Just Thread Count

Thread count is the most widely referred to term when searching for those "perfect sheets." Generally, the higher the thread count, the more costly you'll find the sheets. But is thread count the real measure of luxury bedding?Thread count is only one factor in the equation of luxury bedding. The... Read More

Interior Design For Children

Interior design for children is one of the most fun, delightful aspects of the business if you ask me. It is so fun because children are limitless as far as their creativity and imaginations are concerned. Whenever planning interior design for children, be sure to involve the children in the... Read More

Home Improvement for The Ladies!

Your Own Homes Improvement Outline(One for the Ladies)Let me begin by saying what a home improvement plan will not do! I have seen this happen more than once, so I will say this now. A home improvement project, addition, upgrade, remodel, or makeover will not make up for a troubled... Read More

How to Select Exterior Shutters

Installing exterior shutters is a relatively quick way to add style and color to the outside of a house. Historical and modern houses alike benefit from the timeless style of shutters. As with any home improvements, the quality and longevity of an addition should be evaluated before proceeding.Exterior shutters are... Read More

Vintage Labels on Marble Tiles

It's refreshing to note that gone are the days that countertops and backsplashes have to match. There are no decorating rules. The focal point in your kitchen, wine cellar, bathroom, etc. evolves with adding the personal touches that are close to your heart.Nothing sets the stage for Vintage comfort like... Read More

Three Types of Lighting for Room Remodeling

When remodeling a room, choosing the correct lighting is one of the most important considerations. Proper lighting sets the atmosphere of the room, creates a particular mood, or provides accent to an architectural style. Lighting also accentuates the good aspects of a room or disguises a room's shortcomings.There are three... Read More

Building a Garage Addition to Your Home

One of the most rewarding home improvements I made to my house was to build a garage addition. For years I contemplated building a garage addition while I scraped the ice and snow from my cars and waited for them to warm up during the winter months. About 5 years... Read More

If You Have Any Antique Clocks...Keep Them. They May Be Valuable Keepsakes

Been shopping for antique clocks lately?It's strange that when something is new they are fascinating and cutting edge. Then they become a common place. After a century or so, they become rare, untouchable museum pieces or antiques. An antique clock is not different. It acts as a representation of the... Read More

I Need What Part?

One of the first things you learn as a homeowner is that you may own your home, but you don't actually live in it full time. You get to spend the rest of your time living in the hardware store or hardware dept of your local retail store. Unfortunately the... Read More

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Remodeling Your Kitchen Cabinets

While remodeling your kitchen, install only the essential cabinets, so... Read More

Reviewing and Evaluating Laminate Floors

Since the introduction of laminate flooring into the US in... Read More

Swim Spas Make a Big Splash with Baby Boomers

If you are an aging baby boomer like I am,... Read More

Using Colors in Your Room

Colors play an important part in your Home Decor process.... Read More

Why Should You Need Tools for Everyday Living

How often you have used tools for your everyday living?... Read More

The Organized Move: Preparing Your Home for the Publics Eye

(This is the first in a series of three articles... Read More

Operation Closet

When the wife comes to you one fine day and... Read More

The Advantages of Steel Buildings

Use of steel as a construction material has seen phenomenal... Read More

Garage Doors

You may think choosing garage doors is straight forward, however... Read More

Log Homes - Finding the Perfect Log Home Plan

One of the first steps in building a log home... Read More

Fixing Old Wooden Chairs

Fixing Old Wooden ChairsIF you have some old chairs that... Read More

Cork Flooring Is The Best Option Around For Durability And Aesthetic Value

It is inevitable, almost everyone no matter how long they... Read More

Brighten Up Your Shelves With Picture Frames

Would you like to add a personal touch to your... Read More

Let?s ?Clear the Air? Shall We?

What can you do to "clear the air" indoors, at... Read More

Building Your Dream Home ? Part 2

Razing the CottageWith new house plans and permits in hand,... Read More

What To Look For In Persian Rugs

Selecting a Persian rug can be a daunting task for... Read More

Bring Out the Comforters for Back to School

If the weather is turning chilly it must time for... Read More

Feng Shui Tips For Your Home Office

Did you know that over 50% of women now run... Read More

Lighting and Your Emotions (Part One)

Do you feel unhappy in your home and you don't... Read More

A Few Simple Facts About Gas And Electric Heating Systems

To make your home more energy efficient, you need to... Read More

What Does It Take To Be An Interior Designer?

When trying to decide if Interior Design is right for... Read More

Light Up Your Kitchen with the Right Lighting!

The proper lighting in a room can make or break... Read More

Successful Motor Protection Formulae

As we have discussed before, all overload relays have one... Read More

Improving Your Bathrooms Appearance can be as Simple as Changing Your Bathroom Cabinets

Your choice of bathroom cabinet can affect the look and... Read More

Warm Up the Night! Patio Heaters and Fire Pits

In some areas right now, the weather is ideal for... Read More

Add Value to Your House - Interior Remodelling

Interior remodeling can have an amazing impact on the look... Read More

Planning For a New Deck

Part of the fun of a new deck is the... Read More

The Different Roofing Materials Used for Flatroofs, Their Advantages and Disadvantages

The roof has had many different innovations in regards to... Read More

Advice on Waterproofing Your Deck

Even if you undertook the task of building your own... Read More

Are Showers Harmful to Your Health?

The last thing you would think about when you are... Read More

Home Automation Enhances Your Lifestyle and Saves Money - Exciting Home Automation Applications

Wouldn't it be nice to have your home take care... Read More

Checking for Asbestos in Your Home

If you are concerned about asbestos exposure you are not... Read More

Log Homes - Is a Log Home In Your Future?

Many people dream about a log home in their future... Read More