Guest Blogger #785, Entry #1853, November 22, 2012 Utility companies raising their prices has become something of a late-October tradition, taking its place alongside the clocks going back, Halloween and shopping centres playing Christmas songs on the list of things we can count on as the cold, dark evenings draw in. The latest round of…
Guest Blogger #784, Entry #1852, November 22, 2012 Most of us wish we could give our homes a refresher and bring it up to date, but often time and money constraints prevent us from achieving the results we really want. Here, we’ve put together some of our favourite tips to transform your home into a…
Guest Blogger #782, Entry #1849, November 20, 2012 As somebody that works in the construction field, I have lots of opportunities to see the process of building a home or office from start to finish, but I don’t often get to pick the final design ideas for the completed room. That’s not necessarily my job,…
Entry #1848, November 20, 2012 When it’s getting cold outside, your concern is to keep your home warm inside. This is to maintain a comfortable temperature for the whole family. It is also important to take into considerations some of the simple things that often overlooked but are essential in the keeping your home warm…
Guest Blogger #778, Entry #1841, November 19, 2012 Modern technology, as with most of mankind’s innovations, is both a blessing and a curse depending on the given day or experience. The internet allows for information sharing on a global scale, which gives individuals the ability to solve some significant problems faster and more efficiently than…
Guest Blogger #777, Entry #1840, November 19, 2012 Sometimes, it’s not until we see a commercial for termites that it even crosses our mind to think about them in relationship to our own houses. However, reportedly, there are approximately 25 percent of homes that are infested with termites. That’s certainly enough reason to make sure…
Guest Blogger #773, Entry #1825, November 15, 2012 Just because the cold is setting in doesn’t mean you can’t bring outdoor floral inspiration to your interiors. Orchids are beautiful flowering plants that have served as a symbol of love throughout history. There are currently over 750 different genera of this type of flower and 30,000…
Guest Blogger #770, Entry #1821, November 13, 2012 With today’s strong emphasis on protecting the environment, it’s important for each of us to do our part when it comes to conserving resources and leaving a small carbon footprint. Many people are turning to eco-friendly homes in order to protect the environment, which leads to the…
Guest Blogger #769, Entry #1820, November 13, 2012 You’ve heard of spring cleaning, but it’s actually better to overhaul your house when the seasons get colder. As we start to shut the windows to keep ourselves warm during the winter months, we shut off the ventilation to our house. This means potentially toxic particles build…
Entry #1800, November 8, 2012 Have you ever wondered what the government thinks about going green with energy efficiency? Just see for yourself this wonderful structure of the federal agency – National Institute of Standards and Technology. The agency known as the nation’s official timekeeper now offers something for the environment. All images via This…
Guest Blogger #758, Entry #1775, October 31, 2012 Hiring a tradesman to remodel your house can be quite costly and when money is tight, it is understandable why so many homeowners set out to improve their property by themselves. DIY projects have been around since the dawn of time but over the years, accidents have…
Guest Blogger #756, Entry #1769, October 30, 2012 Winter weather in colder climes can make for a lot of energy usage in the home, what with the furnace running non-stop, the water heater working overtime to fill the tub, and everyone using space heaters and electric blankets to stay warm and cozy at night. It’s…