Guest Blogger #524, Entry #1185, May 18, 2012 There are a lot of ways to be green within your home: energy-efficient windows and appliances, programmable thermostats, unplugging televisions and computers when they aren’t in use, etc. But did you know you can also make your floors and carpets eco-friendly? Growing concerns about manufacturing processes and…
Guest Blogger #523, Entry #1184, May 17, 2012 Updating the look of your front entry to make it more welcoming doesn’t have to be expensive. With these simple tips, you can liven up your front entry without breaking your pocket. The front entry is the gateway to your home. It’s the place where you meet…
Entry #1183, May 17, 2012 Is there anything more enjoyable than throwing a summertime party outside on your patio in the warmer months? Outdoor entertaining is enjoyed by guests who come to visit and by the homeowners who are throwing the get together. Regardless if you’re holding a large party or an intimate gathering, here…
Entry #1182, May 17, 2012 While most of us think about viewing the outside of our home in the daytime, curb appeal at night is just as important, if not more. Nighttime lighting around your home is for aesthetics, but more importantly it functions for safety and as a theft deterrent from intruders. Whether you’d…
Entry #1181, May 17, 2012 With the warmer weather hinting to come in a few short weeks it’s time to focus on your pool area. Your pool gets much of the attention of your family, neighbors and out of town guests throughout the summer months. While the actual pool maybe ready, how about softening up…
Entry #1180, May 17, 2012 Pets are loved and considered as part of the family. Although there are times when they leave undesirable dirt, fur, and oils on areas at home but then these are just all worth it when they play with us. Buying pet-friendly and durable furniture ensures that all family members including…
Entry #1179, May 16, 2012 Now that you have decided to sell your home and put it on the market, how do you know how to find the value? Remember there are many more factors for finding your home’s value than only what you have put into the home. Important factors such as: Homes selling…
Entry #1178, May 16, 2012 The idea of having a patio is to have a place where you can relax and reminisce. However, using your creativity and resourcefulness, you can also make fun memories in your patio. This area can also cater a social event with friends or reunion with family members. Several people are…
Guest Blogger #522, Entry #1178, May 15, 2012 All too often, most homeowners do not take the time to properly decorate their home’s hallway just because it is not a room but a space where people usually arrive, depart, and pass through. However, it should be noted that a hallway is equally important as that…
Entry #1178, May 15, 2012 Interior designing of your kids’ room is a great experience for both parent and child. Allowing your children to participate in decorating their own room will provide individuality and expression of their personality. This will also enhance their creativity and artistic traits. In order to maximize the bonding you have…
Entry #1178, May 15, 2012 No matter how hard you try, you never seem able to stop accumulating excess amounts of very special possessions. As the adage implies, it all may be a treasure to you, but junk to others. What happens to this “junk” after months and years of accumulation. Most of it is…
Entry #1177, May 15, 2012 When we think of lighting in our homes we tend to only concentrate on the public areas that receive a lot of attention. From the kitchen and living areas to outdoor lighting, one of the most important areas is often overlooked. Your kids’ rooms should be well illuminated with options…