Guest Blogger #388, Entry #982, February 27, 2012 The exterior of your house is the first thing to make an impression on your guests or passerby’s, and as the expression goes, you only get one chance to make a great first impression. Whether you are thinking about putting your house on the market, or simply…
Guest Blogger #383, Entry #978, February 25, 2012 There are many reasons to upgrade the curb appeal of your home. Perhaps you need to repair worn flooring, sagging cabinets, or cracks in the walls that have resulted from natural settling. Or maybe you’d like to increase the functionality of your home by knocking out a…
Guest Blogger #366, Entry #949, February 9, 2012 The new year is a time that’s traditional for making big plans. Aside from stopping smoking and hitting the gym more regularly another decision people make is to buy a new home. That means that despite the cold weather and early nights people are seriously looking for…
Entry #920, January 25, 2012 Wintertime can be rough on landscaping around your home. The cold temperatures lack of colorful plants, and neglected grounds are a popular scene around most homes at this time of year. Even though the winter is in full swing, soon the warmer spring temperatures will creep in, and your landscaping…
Guest Blogger #270, Entry #781, November 24, 2011 There’s no denying that resort hotels offer many luxuries that few people tend to have in their own homes. Aside from perpetually sunny locales, resort hotels often come complete with a spa/health center, exclusive shopping, and of course, beautifully appointed outdoor areas to lounge or swim. Of…
Guest Blogger #253, Entry #756, November 11, 2011 Most of us have boring, dull, grey sidewalks or walkways around our house, but that can all change with the help of concrete coloring. More than ever, colored, stained and stamped concrete is becoming popular and affordable. Changing the color or texture of your cement sidewalks or…
Guest Blog #207, Entry #697, October 10, 2011 There are plenty of ways to improve the value of your home whether you want to sell up or just invest some money into the place that you live. Of course building an extension is the obvious strategy, but that isn’t exactly practical or affordable for the…
Guest Blog #170, Entry #646, September 7, 2011 When considering a front canopy for your home, there are several varieties, aesthetic styles, and designs to choose from. Depending on the front entry of your style of home, your personal design style, and the size you need will dictate the model that is right for your…
Guest Blog #169, Entry #645, September 6, 2011 Your front entry is the welcoming point of your home. From the first glance from the street to guests visiting your home, a grand entrance is a gorgeous addition to your home. From the front door and entryway, to adding plants, color, and distinction in your foyer,…
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…
Entry #587, July 14, 2011 If you’re trying to make the grounds, or exterior portions of your home look better, you need to focus on curb appeal boosting ideas. Especially when selling your home, your curb appeal can make or break the buyers opinion about your home, before they even step inside your home. Whether…
Guest Blog #72, Entry #515, May 7, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! Whether you are getting ready for a Mother’s Day picnic outside tomorrow, or you are hosting the neighborhood barbecue party, everyone wants a perfect looking lawn! The harsh winter may have wreaked havoc on your lawn, or you many be trying to ward of…