If you are about to start on a kitchen remodel or if you are building a new home, your flooring selections can sometimes be overwhelming. Hardwood floors, may be the most common choice and for good reason. They are durable, require little maintenance, and look fantastic. The problem, however, is that sometimes hardwood floors are [...]
What does Earth Day mean to you? Is it the one day a year where you make a conscious effort to recycle and reduce your carbon footprint? Do you pick up trash in your neighbor’s yard or refrain from aerosol products for a single day? There are billions of us sharing one planet, and the [...]
Are you tired of your bathroom? Is it showing its age and in desperate need of a remodel? Today we’re going to look at some simple ways you can rejuvenate your bathroom while protecting it from moisture damage. The first step is to clear everything out of the room. It is much easier to start [...]
If your green thumb is getting itchy for a bit of Spring planting action, consider a do-it-yourself vertical planter. Vertical gardens are great for small backyards, balconies, or areas of the country where the soil is not ideal for planting. They also are beautiful addition to any landscape as it builds height and perspective. These [...]
Spring is finally here! We’ve huddled up and bundled up to keep warm for the last few months and are now ready to enjoy the warmer temperatures and crisp, clean outdoors. For many of us, spring is the perfect time for cleaning and organizing our home. It allows us the chance to refresh our living [...]
With spring rains on the way, those of you with a leaky roof should be taking steps to remedy the problems so you can prevent water damage and other costly repairs. Many times, a roof leaks around vents, pipes, chimneys, and other intersecting components. Usually, this is a simple repair to the flashing which may [...]
Does your home have a water softener? If yes, make sure you are taking care of it with proper maintenance. If you don’t have one, or if yours is no longer running, consider these benefits and what they would mean for you. First a little background…Your home’s water softener does what the name implies. It [...]
Transitioning your child’s nursery into a room fit for a toddler is a fun milestone. It may be emotional to pack up the baby’s items, but your child is growing. A new space will aid in development and give your child a sense of independence while building his or her confidence. Redesigning the space can [...]
Thank goodness for dishwashers! Unless your residence doesn’t come equipped with a dishwasher, or if yours is broken, you may not think twice about this appliance. Sometimes, we take for granted the modern amenities that were designed to make our lives easier. Washing dishes by hand can be a therapeutic, calming task. It is a [...]
Winter driving conditions, for those of us in the Northeast, should be handled with care and awareness. Windshields not properly scraped off, car roofs piled high with snow, and careless drivers on snowy and ice covered roads are just a few of the problems that can cause a motorist to have an accident. Additionally, poor [...]