Once June swings around, you know it’s going to be a couple of months of scorching heat. And you probably have your ways of dealing with the furnace-like temperatures. Staying hydrated, more dips in the pool, or simply staying out of the sun for long
If you currently live in an older house or want to buy one, you will probably need to make major renovations sooner or later. Older homes tend to need major remodeling due to safety, maintaining home value or meet the growth demands of a family. Whether you’re
Christmas films always contain this specific scene: a family is gathered by the fireplace; the kids are settled on the carpet, exchanging gifts and stories; the adults are seated on the leather couch, drinking eggnog; everyone’s laughter fills the air of the living room that’s
Leaks in the plumbing system are extremely frustrating. Even though they don’t seem like a big deal, they can lead to some very unpleasant consequences. They can trigger considerable water damage and even encourage mold growth. The problem is that not all leaks can be
When it comes to maintaining your home, you know that a decent part of your budget goes to professional labor. One way that many homeowners have been able to save money is by learning which home repairs they can do on their own. There are
If you own a home that was built recently but you favor a more timeless style of architecture and interior design, there are several renovations you can make to bring the classic appeal to your residence. Hardwood Floors Hardwood flooring has made a huge comeback
Areas of the house that are most noticeable tend to stay the cleanest. Even if your house isn’t always shining, you probably don’t have piles of dirty dishes sitting in the sink for weeks on end. The problem comes in with those spaces that aren’t
When you think of garage flooring, you probably think of a slab of plain, gray concrete. Maybe it has a few oil stains and a couple of cracks and that paint you spilled that one time. Not very appealing, right? The good news is you
The industrial-inspired look is a look that never goes out of style. The great thing about the industrial style is that even if you’re not lucky enough to live in a cool converted warehouse space or swanky loft apartment, you can still make the most
An aging population is looking for ways to stay in their homes rather than move to retirement apartments, assisted living, or their children’s houses. Retrofitting their existing homes with accessibility and usability features can help add to their quality of life and ultimate resale value. Bath and