Photo by congerdesign via Pixabay A sandbox might be the perfect building project for a beginner – -you just need to make an elevated, simple box and fill it with sand to delight the kids in the family. Incorporating other details can help you make a project that is uniquely yours. Sand is heavy, so take…
Category Archives: Tips and Tricks
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The Pros and Cons of Different Flooring Choices
In today’s real estate market, hardwood floors are a highly desired feature in a house. Potential buyers are often turned off by homes with carpeted floors because it’s almost impossible to keep them clean. Time is not on your side when it comes to maintaining nice-looking carpeted floors! No matter how careful you are, sooner…
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How and Where to Install Insulation in an Existing Home
Image by mnplatypus from Pixabay Proper insulation not only helps you save on your energy bills. It reduces your energy impact on the environment and may create a great selling point for your home when the time comes. But knowing were to insulate an existing home can be a project. Here’s what you need to…
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The Basics of Eco Homes
Photo by Cats Coming from Pexels There is a lot of talk these days about eco homes, but it’s important to remember that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to creating an eco home. An eco home does not have to have a specific design style or meet certain qualifications in order to be designated as such….
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Make Your Outdoor Getaway Space Welcoming
Photo by Tod Franklin via Pixabay What makes you happy? Do you love to sit and read? Or are you more of a hang-out-with-friends kind of homeowner? Regardless of what moves you, there’s a way to create space for it in your own backyard. Even better — you can increase your home’s resale value in the…
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Defining contemporary decor
Contemporary decor is everywhere, yet it can be difficult to define. While often used interchangeably with “modern,” the term contemporary refers to a specific design style using specific elements. Contemporary style is simple, sophisticated and bold without being busy or overly dark. To help further define the term and inspire some of your contemporary interior…
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The best pergola covers for your outdoor space
The open-air style of a pergola might be perfect for some occasions, but for the times you want some extra shade or shelter from the elements, pergola covers are the way to get it. Many pergolas come in a pergola kit with roof or cover options built-in, while others may require purchasing or creating a…
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How Often Should You Redesign Your Home Office?
A good home office considers everything from lighting to air quality to layout, but even the best of the best home offices should be reimagined from time to time. So what happens when you switch up your office layout? The results may surprise you. Here are a few quick tips for redesigning your home office…