Your House is Your Haven: Don't Neglect the Interior

  • Sprucing Up The House For That One Guest

    8 August 2019

    It seems that many people are completely content with their home until that one person calls and lets them know that they're coming for a visit. It is at that moment that you realize just how boring and unfinished your home looks – it's time to get busy! Here you'll find a few quick and easy projects that will help you spruce things up for the guest you want to impress.

  • Tips For Transforming Your Interior Space Into A Relaxing Oasis

    30 June 2019

    Your home's interior gives your entire home a certain feeling, based on its decor, flooring, and wall colors. When your home's walls are white, it is essentially a blank slate, and you can update its interior with vibrant and joyful colors to bring positive emotions and give your home interior a delightful appearance. But painting your home's interior is more than selecting your favorite color and slapping it on to the walls.

  • 3 Easy Modifications That Will Protect Your Home From Hurricanes

    9 May 2019

    Being prepared for a hurricane is important. However, if you live in an area that sees frequent hurricanes, then you may want to make some permanent changes to your home to make getting ready for the next storm easier. Here are three things every homeowner should do if they live in an area that receives frequent storms: 1. Install storm shutters on your windows. When a hurricane is approaching, it's crucial that you protect your windows.

  • How To Properly Care For Your New Composite Decking

    26 March 2019

    You made the best decision and opted for composite decking materials for your new custom deck, and the finished product is simply stunning. Even though composite decking is going to last you a lot longer than a regular wooden deck and serve your home well for many years to come, it does also need to be properly maintained. Take a look at a few things to keep in mind to properly care for your new composite deck so you will have it for as long as possible.

  • Are You Decorating A Newly Enclosed Patio In A Garden Style?

    11 February 2019

    If you have decided to enclose your outdoor patio, you are more than likely in the process of decorating it. If you have chosen to go with a garden theme, you more than likely want to be able to look at your beautifully landscaped garden from the windows of your enclosed patio. From selecting the window treatment to selecting the furniture and other decor, here are some ideas that might help you to design an attractive and unique garden style room.

  • 3 Signs It's Time To Replace Wood Kitchen Cabinets

    26 December 2018

    If you are considering a kitchen remodel, one of the first things many people contemplate about replacing is the cabinets. In this situation, the first step is to take a good look around the kitchen and decide if the current cabinets will fit in with the new look. Giving your kitchen a remodel can make a big difference in the feel of your home and the cabinets play a major role in the look and feel of the space.

  • Is Your Garden Club Hosting A Spring Flower Show?

    20 November 2018

    Are you a skilled flower arranger? If so, you might belong to a flower club where you and other flower arrangers learn more about things like technique and about growing your own flowers. In addition, you might have yearly flower shows that are open to the public. If that's the case, and if you are on the committee for a flower show that will be held in the spring of 2019, from securing canvas canopy tents to setting up different categories of arrangements, here are some ideas that might help this year's flower show be a memorable one.

  • Be Sure to Love Your Kitchen Cabinets with Some Buying Tips

    9 October 2018

    When remodeling a kitchen, a major element of the project is the cabinetry. Whether you are buying standard kitchen cabinets from a home improvement store or you are enlisting a carpenter or contractor to make handcrafted custom cabinetry, you will have some design choices to make. The products that you buy  impact the style and convenience of your kitchen space and overall satisfaction with your investment. Considering new cabinets? Keep the following buying tips in mind.

  • Home Protection Strategies To Keep Your Home Safe From Fall Pests And Moisture Instrusion

    29 August 2018

    With fall approaching and cooler temperatures, it is important to protect your home against threats from outside. This includes pests, such as insects and mice, and water intrusion from fall and winter weather. Here are some recommendations to prepare your home for fall and protect it from intrusion from pests and moisture through openings, gaps, and around your home's foundation. Seal Up Home Openings One of the first things you can do to protect against mice from entering your home seeking a warm place to hide is to check around doors and windows for any openings.

  • Stopping The Stink Bug Invasion In Your Home

    18 July 2018

    You hear a weird buzz go past your ear, feel a sudden crunch under your foot, or pick up your coffee to find an insect looking back at you as you take a sip – stink bugs have invaded. Although they're pretty much harmless, you surely don't want to share your home with a bunch of stink bugs. Here, you'll learn a little about keeping those stink bugs out of your house for good.