Entry #895, January 13, 2012 Your front door is the first impression that welcomes your guest at your front entry. It also can add wow factor to a plain faced facade of your home. Front doors can tell a story, by using salvaged doors from other buildings, or they can be painted an eye-catching color…
Guest Blogger #294, Entry #827, December 10, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! Are you considering remodeling your current bathroom, or need to choose bathroom cabinets for your future home? Today, DIY Saturday gives you tips on choosing bathroom cabinets, especially their material. Depending on your lifestyle, your bathroom, and your aesthetic style, choosing a bathroom cabinet…
Guest Blogger #289, Entry #822, December 8, 2011 While white cedar is a deep brown at its core, it gets its name for the thin and silvery white sapwood on its surface. Known for its strength and quality, white cedar has been the wood of choice for builders and home owners for centuries. Superior in…
Guest Blogger #258, Entry #764, November 16, 2011 Recycling and reusing have become buzzwords in America the last several years, with environmental concerns and energy costs on everyone’s minds. The term, “sustainable build” has been heard more and more frequently, especially in the renovation and remodeling industry. Using reclaimed materials to remodel your house can…
Entry #744, November 5, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! Have you ever wanted a designer look in your bedroom, but can’t figure out how to get it without spending a fortune? Look to your bed, it is the focal point of the room and the headboard behind it can make all the difference. Image via: Beds…
Guest Blog #222, Entry #718, October 23, 2011 From solar panels to energy-efficient renovations, green contractors can transform your house into an eco-friendly retreat. Green residential construction is an excellent investment, benefiting both the earth and your pocketbook. 1. Sustainable Bare Floors Bamboo flooring is another beautiful alternative to traditional flooring. Completely natural and flattering…
Guest Blog #123, Entry #589, July 16, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! Have you experienced water or moisture damage to your hardwood flooring? Even if you haven’t yet, would you know how to repair your current floor if you did? Today, our Guest Blogger gives tips for repairing yours and what products are good for the…
Guest Blogger #96, Entry #552, June 11, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! For those of you that are contemplating the decision to install hardwood floors in your home, whether its for the aesthetic, family members have allergies, or you want a change in your home, today we are talking about protecting your hardwood floors. If you…
Guest Blog #53, Entry #467, April 3, 2011 I’m always amazed at how many new uses reclaimed and re-purposed materials are being used in today’s homes. While many of the uses are for furniture, and finishes, timber is often used for structural elements of your home, as well as everyday uses that we forget about….
Entry #333, November 16, 2010 What do you think of wallpaper that looks like wood planks? Dutch designer Piet Hein Eek has made wallpaper look and resemble wood planks on this gorgeous wallpaper! Scrapwood Wallpaper’s specs on Designboom: – each roll measures 900 x 45 cm – no pattern: over 4m² of unique planks –…
Entry #258, August 28, 2010 The exterior of your home is subjected to the sun, wind, and elements 365 days of the year. Exterior wood siding and trim take a beating from the elements as well. How about sprucing up the exterior of your home with a fresh paint job? I showed you how to choose exterior paint colors…
Entry #251, August 21, 2010 Have you noticed in homes how the bathroom has gotten larger and larger from 50 years ago? What use to be a utilitarian room to “do your business” and leave, has now become one of the most influential rooms when home buyers are looking at homes. As our days have…