Guest Blogger #252, Entry #755, November 11, 2011 When the holiday season rolls around, many people get into the spirit by putting up decorations around the house. And the colors of fall provide a fiery palette for would-be decorators to spruce up their homes and make their spaces warm and ... continue reading...
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How to Find if you Have Harmful Asbestos in your Home
Guest Blogger #248, Entry #751, November 9, 2011 Asbestos is a naturally-occurring mineral that becomes airborne when disturbed. When asbestos fibers travel through the air, they can be easily inhaled or swallowed by people who come in contact with them. For people who work in occupations that put ... continue reading...
How to Save on your Upcoming Winter Energy Bills
Guest Blog #212, Entry #706, October 16, 2011 Wintertime is coming with the cold winter season and high fuel heating bills. Whether you heat your home with natural gas or propane, electrical heat or even wood – we all owe it to ourselves to keep our energy use and heating fuel costs to a minimum. ... continue reading...
Guest Blogger: Keeping your Kids and TV Safe Around Each Other
Guest Blog #174, Entry #653, September 12, 2011 For many households, the television is considered part of the family! Well, maybe not exactly, but for as much as it is used and homeowners design around it, the television is an important asset to many homes. The challenge for many parents is the ... continue reading...
First Glimpse of Autumn Decor to Warm your Interiors
Entry #645, September 6, 2011 Now that Labor Day has passed here in the United States, the focus on the upcoming fall season is on all of our minds. From beautiful home decor, warm festive fall colors, and incorporating the festive autumn icons of the season are abundant everywhere. Today, I ... continue reading...
How to Improve your Curb Appeal with Essential Landscaping
Guest Blog #160, Entry #635, August 30, 2011 If you know you’re moving in a few years and want to raise the curb appeal and value of your home, you have a number of different options. Some of these home improvement projects are easy enough for the average DIYer, but some landscape designs and home ... continue reading...
Creative & Inspiring Options for your Courtyard
Guest Blog #155, Entry #629, August 25, 2011 Courtyards in homes are a beautiful addition that many don't take advantage of. Whether you want to add one on to your home, or it is already present, but you want to enliven it. Today, my Guest Blogger gives tips for brightening up your outdoor home ... continue reading...
Overcoming the ‘Unexpected’ of Outdoor Entertaining
Guest Blog #131, Entry #599, July 26, 2011 The idea of outdoor entertaining is always exciting, especially in the warm summertime months. The idea of friends and family enjoying refreshments by the pool and taking in the warm summer sun can be heavenly. What happens when the weather doesn't ... continue reading...
DIY Saturday #56 – How to Choose the Right Kitchen Countertop Material (Video)
Guest Blog #105, Entry #567, June 25, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! Today we take a look at choosing countertops for your kitchen. Depending on what type of lifestyle you have, budget, and aesthetic you are trying to achieve will help you decide on the perfect countertop for your kitchen. Today, ... continue reading...
DIY Saturday #55 – Father’s Day: Man Caves and Gift Ideas (Video)
Entry #560, June 18, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday and tomorrow is Father's Day! Today's DIY Saturday is focused on what to give Dad. Whether he likes his own sanctuary or 'man cave' or you are trying to get gift ideas, today's DIY Saturday is for you! You Tube video from Six Minute Style - gives ... continue reading...
Guest Blogger: Defining your Interiors with Dynamic Area Rugs
Guest Blog #66, Entry #508, April 28, 2011 Your home interiors can always benefit from a blast of color and texture, and area rugs are the perfect way to do it. Area rugs are versatile, can be moved around according to your furniture, and they make a neutral room come alive instantly! Image ... continue reading...
Creating Outdoor Spaces for Special Needs to Enjoy
Guest Blog #48, Entry #447, March 14, 2011 When we create outdoor spaces, from our porches and decks, to the stepping stone garden that meanders around our house, do we ever think about is this area accessible for all? Outdoor spaces especially have the characteristics of being uneven, narrow, and ... continue reading...