6 June 2019
Once the warm weather of summer finally arrives, you are probably eager to get outside and work in your yard. However, as you are doing so, you do not want to do anything that will send an invitation to the mice in your area to come up on your porch and eventually into your house. To keep this from happening, use the following tips to keep the mice off your porch and out of your house this summer.
19 April 2019
A fireplace and chimney add warmth, coziness, and visual appeal to almost any home. If your house has a fireplace and chimney, consider yourself fortunate. A lot of homeowners, however, have questions about their chimneys. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions homeowners have on this subject. Do You Need a Chimney Cap? The short and simple answer to this question is yes. Your chimney should have a cap with a wire mesh around it for several reasons.
4 March 2019
Have you been waiting a long time to give your bathroom a new look? Or, it might be that you have bought a previously-owned home that has outdated bathrooms in it, and you are starting your remodeling projects with the master bathroom. Whatever the reason that you are giving your master bathroom a new look, from selecting new bathroom tile to choosing other decorative touches, here are some ideas that might help you to design a bathroom you will enjoy for many years:
23 January 2019
When you want to install a deck on the exterior of your home to help you enjoy the outdoors, there are many decking options you can choose from. But when you want to install a deck that has minimal maintenance and won't require regular staining, composite decking can be a great choice for you. Here are some easy maintenance tips to help you take care of this type of attractive decking.
10 December 2018
An aquarium full of brightly-colored fish can definitely liven up a room. But it's important to remember that those fish are pets, not decorations, and they need a healthy environment to live in. For pet fish, that's the aquarium, and choosing the right aquarium is essential to making sure that your fish survive and thrive. It's an important purchase, and it's also an expensive one, so it's important to get it right.
30 October 2018
Kitchens are often described as the heart of the home, and this rings even truer when it comes to modern home design. Kitchens are no longer simply a place to cook; they're generally an integrated part of the living and dining areas of the home. Because it's such an important room, kitchens are also one of the most popular rooms to remodel. Kitchens tend to be one of the more costly remodeling projects, largely because there are so many elements to include.
20 September 2018
People love plants when it comes to gardening. However, you can have a rock garden instead. In fact, a rock garden does amazing things as seasons come and go, and there are some unique benefits to rock gardens, too. Here is how to set up a rock garden and create fun little areas within it, as well as how seasons change it. Pick Large, Flat Rocks and an Occasional Small Boulder Your rocks and boulders should be positioned in your yard as though they have always been there.
6 August 2018
Whether you need new countertops for your kitchen or master bathroom, marble can be a great option to consider. With its beautiful design and durability, marble will add a great deal of value and appeal to your home, making your countertops an excellent investment. Of course, you may be overwhelmed by the different marble options available. Here are a few tips to help you choose new marble countertops for your home.
25 June 2018
Keeping your yard and its landscaping healthy, well-fed, watered, and maintained can make a big difference in the appearance of your yard. Yard pests, disease, and especially weeds can all wreak havoc on your landscaping health and make it look messy and unkempt. Here are some methods you can use to reduce and eliminate the weeds and their invasive growth in your yard and landscaping. Lawn Weeds Any number of weeds in your lawn are not a good sign for the health and condition of your lawn, as they steal essential moisture and nutrients that are intended for your lawn.
11 May 2018
One of the ways to have a home that looks its best is landscape maintenance. Taking time to do the proper tasks can allow you to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Of course, it's essential to know some of the top ways to make this possible. Being aware of simple things you can do that will allow your lawn to be well maintained should be high on your list.