Renovation Rundown: What Are the Steps in a Home Renovation?
Follow these steps to avoid making silly mistakes during a home renovation. Write down your wishes. Finalize a budget. Ensure you have sufficient insurance in case you run into issues. Take your time when hiring a contractor. Don’t forget to apply for a permit and order necessary materials. Begin demolition once the inspection is completed,... Read More
16 Innovative Bedroom Storage and Walk-in Closet Ideas
Mornings can be really hectic when you’re still trying to wake up and get ready for the day. Having an organized closet can help ease the chaos and save time off your daily morning routine by having your clothes ready and at hand. Walk in closets are a great way to keep your closet organized... Read More
Aging In Place- Top Priorities For Boomers
Many Americans want to stay in their current residence once they retire. According to an AARP survey, Baby Boomers share specific ideas on how to modify their homes for their retirement years. Forty-two percent of those asked agreed that bathroom renovations were a necessity. Emergency Response Systems equipped with smart sensors were also a popular... Read More
Beyond Neutrals: 16 Ways to Create Colorful Living Rooms
Many people design their homes in neutral colors to avoid the feeling that they need to redecorate to stay with the trends. Neutral colors can keep you in season, but they can also be boring. If you are one that likes bold colors and will not tire of them easily, you can add some of... Read More
Colorful Bathroom with DIY Reclaimed Wood and Pipe Shelves
Using pipes and reclaimed wood in remodels has taken off in recent years. Most people like the rustic look and how easy and cheap it is. Ashlea on the Remodelaholic blog was able to incorporate pipes into the brackets for her bathroom shelving in an interesting way. By putting together a flange, pipe, and cap... Read More
Top 10 Ways to Save Money Right Before the Holidays
The holidays can be really pricey, especially if you haven’t been saving up for them or aren’t already rich! There are a few ways to keep you from being low on money during the holidays. For example, recycle your money using apps while you spend can earn you cash back and put that money right... Read More
Prized Pantries
One of the things that a lot more homeowners look at these days is the food storage space. Walk-in pantries have become more popular over the years. Even if you don’t have walk-in storage, there are a lot of things you can do with your storage space to make it more appealing. Shelving and lighting... Read More
Hang Paintings Perfectly with a Fork
Ever think a fork could help you hang your latest masterpiece? Well it can and it can help you line the picture up perfectly. Using the fork on the nail and go in a straight line making sure your picture looks perfect, there really are uses for anything around the home. Key Takeaways: Hanging items... Read More
Salt Christmas Ornaments Dangerous to Pets
DIY ornaments have become very popular recently. However, if you have pets at home, you may want to be careful what you put on your tree. In 2015, the American Kennel Club warned us of how poisonous salt ornaments are after a dog ate one and died. The high level of salt in these ornaments... Read More
Decorating with Greenery: 32 Ways to Bring Home Freshness of Plants and Flowers
Indoor gardening and plants have become very popular lately. Not only do they look good in a home, but they have been known to improve the mood of the homeowners. Adding indoor plants to a room is a quick and cheap way to give it a new look. Some people even go so far as... Read More