Guest Blogger #554, Entry #1259, June 6, 2012 Home improvement isn’t just about fixing that one stair that creaks the loudest or adjusting the wobbly table so it doesn’t wobble so much, it’s also about making your home a little safer. There are all kinds of things you can do throughout the house to protect…
Entry #1258, June 6, 2012 There’s no better way to beat the heat of summer than with a dip in your own backyard swimming pool, and if you have the money to install one there’s no reason not to add to the value of your home with a private pool. But since it could pose…
Entry #1257, June 6, 2012 There are all kinds of ways to repair an old home without having to replace damaged components. For example, there’s no reason to replace the entire roof when just one section is leaking; you’ll simply patch the leak. And if a section of your hardwood flooring has become warped or…
Guest Blogger #550, Entry #1252, June 5, 2012 Kitchens are possibly the most important part of any home, as they play host to more activity than any other room. Individuals and families all spend extensive amounts of time in kitchens As the pride and joy of many a homeowner, it is particularly important that kitchens…
Guest Blogger #549, Entry #1244, June 2, 2012 Happy DIY Saturday! Whether you are thinking about remodeling your kitchen or you are designing your future dream kitchen, choosing the right flooring is essential. There are several different flooring options to choose from, but tile flooring is top of the list for kitchen surfaces. Today, Watch…
Guest Blogger #548, Entry #1242, June 1, 2012 Summer is in the air! It’s time to open up the windows and invite the fresh air and sunlight inside. If the sunlight has opened your eyes to your dull, lifeless living room, though, it may be time to introduce fresh colors into your home. Brighten up your…
Guest Blogger #546, Entry #1236, May 30, 2012 Although you have probably seen water features pictured in the glossy pages of interior design magazines (or more likely on interior design websites these days) and you wish that you could incorporate this sophisticated style into your own home, you might be reticent when it comes to…
Guest Blogger #545, Entry #1235, May 30, 2012 There are few things better than coming home after a long day of dealing with gridlock and the demands of a busy job and finding a tranquil atmosphere in which to let your hair down, take off your shoes, and breathe a sigh of relief. As humans,…
Guest Blogger #544, Entry #1231, May 29, 2012 Every 15.4 seconds a burglar breaks into a home in the United States. That’s straight from the FBI. Families need every edge they can get to keep from becoming part of that statistic. Take these 6 home security tips to heart and you will be much safer…
Guest Blogger #542, Entry #1221, May 25, 2012 The summer is fast approaching and it’s the time of year again when we take time out from work to enjoy some time off to relax and explore the world. It’s inevitable that at some point in the summer you’re going to dive in to your pool…
Guest Blogger #541, Entry #1220, May 25, 2012 There are some things that we don’t think about updating or replacing nearly as much as we should. Take our windows, for example. Unless we want to renovate a room in our home, most of us don’t even give it a second thought. Maybe we would if…
Guest Blogger #540, Entry #1216, May 23, 2012 Maintaining a clean home can be a challenge, but following a few basic rules can make the job easier for anyone. Don’t allow the mess to take over. Instead, tackle the clutter and dirt head on. Whether you are dealing with children tracking in dirt or a…