Birds love dryer vents for a couple of reasons. It’s great protection from predators, and the warm air is good for incubating their eggs and keeping them warm in cold weather. To prevent birds from nesting in your dryer, there are two things you can do: First, make...
Spring is here, and so is a fresh start. Take a quick walk around your home to ensure these simple but overlooked tasks don’t catch you by surprise before your big entertaining events begin! And your house will say thank you as you give it the best start to a new...
You are deep into the process of a kitchen remodel and can't remember the last time you cooked a meal at home. Your builder is working in harmony with you and your designer. Your dreams are turning into reality as you see your new kitchen emerge from the lumber,...
Three questions you need to answer before you remodel your basement or bonus room If you are looking for more room or square footage in your house, remodeling your basement or bonus room is a great option. In order to keep construction costs down, many homes are not...
If you are looking to take your cooking to the next level by adding some new techniques to your repertoire, consider adding some fire by purchasing a blowtorch to add a heat element to your menu. It’s guaranteed to impress your guests and add a special flare to your...
Any time you are getting ready to change a space, one of the first things you have to consider is color. But choosing the right color for the right space can be tricky. Keep these tips in mind when you are drowning in paint chips. The Color Basics Remember the color...
Taking care of a home feels like a big job. But we have broken down the list into small segments so that you can know what to do each season. Once a year Flush hot water heaterReview renters or homeowner's insurance and photograph any new items before it's time to...
Pantone Nominates Not One, But Two, Colors of the Year. Pantone recently announced its color of the year for 2016. Normally this is a single color that is reflective of home trends as well as runway trends. This color also goes deeper as a symbolic color selection, a...
Winterizing your grill is one of those chores that you put off because it signals the official end of summer. However, if you clean and winterize your grill correctly, you can be ready to start grilling as soon as the weather gets warmer or whenever you return to your...
You have the menu planned and ready to go for your holiday party. And now it’s time to turn your attention to the centerpiece and the rest of the table. We have some tips to help you create a centerpiece that will fit your holiday meal, no matter what your menu may...
So you are sick and tired of looking at your old countertop with stains that won't go away and warped edges that are an eyesore. Switching out the countertop is an easy way to make an instant impact on the overall look of your kitchen. But before you start demolition,...
If you’re planning to sell your home in the near future, you’re probably thinking about what you could do to get more interest from potential buyers. You may want to make some changes to entice buyers, but don’t worry about spending a significant amount of money. Big...