Tag: Home Improvement

Posted on 01/13/2022

Lighting: Finding and Choosing Your Perfect Light Fixtures

The right type and amount of lighting in each part of your custom home can make a big difference in the way it looks. Having a well-lit home also provides additional safety. When you’re working on your custom home design, plan to go through lighting fixture options. While there are plenty to choose from, it’s important to understand...

Decor

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Posted on 12/13/2021

Home insulation: DIY tips for wintereized indows

Planning for the cold weather months saves homeowners time and money. The financial savings involve reducing drafts and the energy losses, causing your bill to decline. These rank among the do-it-yourself home insulation strategies worth considering. 1: Address screen doors Many storm doors come with sliding glass panes and a screen option to allow fresh air to flow...

Energy Efficiency

Winterize Your Home

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Posted on 12/07/2021

Tips for Preparing Your Home for Winter

Winter can be both a beautiful and dreaded season for homeowners. Snow, ice, cold temperatures and other harsh elements can cause problems in your house or impact your energy bills if you are not prepared. If you are new to an area or a long-term occupant, these steps will help you winterize your home before the cold settles...

Efficiency

Home Improvement

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Posted on 09/20/2021

Ideas for Building a Fireplace Mantel

A fireplace mantel can enhance the appearance of your living room or den while also giving you a place to decorate and display items. While some fireplaces come with mantels, others don’t have one. If your fireplace doesn’t have a mantel, you’re not out of luck. With a few tools and materials, you can build your own fireplace...

Decor

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Posted on 06/21/2021

Quick & Easy Bathroom Upgrades to Increase Your Home's Value

When you want to fix up your bathroom without having to spend a lot of time and money, simple changes are the way to go. Remodeling projects that are smaller in scope can boost your home value and enhance your bathroom’s appearance while being budget-friendly and less time-consuming. Whether you want to make several minor changes to your...

Bathroom

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Posted on 07/21/2020

Landscaping for Energy Efficiency

Image by Tom from Shutterstock Energy efficiency isn’t just for the inside of your home. What you plant outside can affect the bottom line inside. Choosing the right trees, grasses, and shrubs can help. Location, location, location Well placed trees can help to reduce your heating and cooling bills. Trees can keep your home cooler in the summer...

Landscaping

Efficiency

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Posted on 04/24/2020

Quick and Easy Kitchen Upgrades

Photo by Mark McCammon via Pexels If you usually spend your weekend sorting for ways to update your home, then doing some minor kitchen upgrades might be the ideal way to spend this weekend. Here are some easy kitchen projects that you can do in just a couple days, and you’ll be glad you did. 1. Change Your...

Diy

Home Improvement

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Posted on 10/17/2019

4 Things You Can Do This Fall to Prep for Winter

Spring may be the time for an annual cleaning marathon, but tackling some specific maintenance and cleaning chores in the fall ensures your home is in ideal condition before cooler weather arrives. This time of year is the best time to put your summer things away and pull out your cooler weather pieces, from flannel sheets and down...

Fall

Cleaning

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Posted on 07/23/2019

Materials to Consider When Updating Your Driveway

That feeling of rest and happiness you feel when you pull up at the front of your house after a long stressful day is indescribable. Now you can rest, shower, unwind or do nothing. If you live in a detached single family home, chances are you would have your driveway and would solely be responsible for its upkeep....

Driveway

Home Improvement

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Posted on 06/13/2019

Home Decorating Trends This Year

The interior look of your home says a lot about you; it tells of your kind of style, your personality, and your taste. From the living room to the kitchen, to the bedroom, your signature gets imprinted on all the designs used. Every other year, there are new styles and designs for decorating and furnishing your home. This...

Interior Design

Decorating

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Posted on 06/11/2019

How to Know When You Need New Windows

You cannot walk through a hardware store or do-it-yourself warehouse on the weekend without someone wanting to sell you new windows. When the weather warms up, expect to have them come knocking at your door too. If you are a new homeowner, you might fall prey to their sales tactics. But how do you know for sure when...

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Home Improvement

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Posted on 04/28/2019

Some Ridiculously Easy and Affordable Curb Appeal Ideas

The exterior of your home tells all the story about your aesthetic taste and interior design. Make it a place anyone would love to walk into whether you are selling or not. It is your haven, and it deserves treatment as one. So, don't wait until you are listing your home to make it a paradise worth living....

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