4 Common Window Replacement Mistakes to Avoid

by Anthony Valiant - February 5, 2015February 5, 2015

4 Common Window Replacement Mistakes to Avoid Touted as one of the most rewarding home improvement options in terms of value,window replacement is a great investment for the smart homeowner. Aside from improved aesthetics, it can also help you reduce energy consumption inside your home – and further protect your property

Home Update: Six Maintenance Tips for Your New Flooring

by Anita Ginsburg - February 5, 2015

Six Maintenance Tips for Your New Flooring Updated flooring is essential to almost any home renovation project. Now that you're thinking about having new flooring installed in your house, you need to know the best ways to treat the flooring, even before it is installed. Tile and hardwood flooring are both

Weathering Winter: Tips to Scale Down on Spring Repairs

by Brooke Chaplan - February 5, 2015

Weathering Winter: Tips to Scale Down on Spring Repairs With serious snow storms and the weight of heavy ice and negative temperatures, it is no surprise that the home takes on some damage during the winter months. But winter does not just leave its mark during its own season, but the

Cabin Essentials: What to Think About Getting For a Second Property

by Brooke Chaplan - February 5, 2015July 25, 2017

Cabin Essentials: What to Think About Getting For a Second Property A cabin as a second property for weekend getaways or annual vacations can be a version of paradise, but to completely enjoy a second property, owners must be properly prepared. No one wants to get to their vacation spot and

Six Projects Every Homeowner Should Complete Before Summer

by Anita Ginsburg - January 31, 2015January 31, 2015

Home Improvement Basics: Six Projects Every Homeowner Should Complete Before Summer Summer is often touted as the best time to get projects done around the house, but not every upgrading or remodeling undertaking should take place during the warmer months of the year. Homeowners should take a look these six home

Home Window Wizard: 4 Glass Types That Increase Functionality

by Anica Oaks - January 30, 2015

4 Glass Types That Increase Functionality Choosing the right glass for your windows is critical to their functionality. The right window glass can help keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter, as well as provide you energy savings throughout the year. These four glass types are

Using Wood in Ultramodern Interior Design

by Jon Buck - January 28, 2015January 28, 2015

Ultramodern Interior Design - Using WOOD! As a design philosophy the ultramodern approach poses a unique set of challenges to both the architect and the interior designer. To create a building that seems to both belong to the space it inhabits and meet the requirements of the owner,careful use of shape,

Shipping Container: A Fresh Take on Adding an Extra Room to Your House

by Lillian Connors - January 28, 2015

Shipping Container: A Fresh Take on Adding an Extra Room to Your House There are many ways to build a new room for your home, but nowadays it is best to think about ways that will be very cost effective and easy to make. And on the other hand, it

Small Room Ideas – Tips for Making The Most Out of it

by Emma Sturgis - January 28, 2015January 28, 2015

Following are some Small Room Ideas to try out - Large, open indoor spaces can make people feel comfortable and unobstructed while in your home. Unfortunately for most of us, we have to make do with cramped rooms and limited space. Thankfully, a few tricks can remedy all of the problems a

Cost-Effective Upgrades For Your Home

by John Stone - January 19, 2015

Cost-Effective Home Upgrades If the list of your New Year resolutions for 2015 includes some home improvement projects that will make your dwelling more functional and valuable, you’re in for a decent share of work, tinkering and investments. Upgrading your home is perhaps the best way to ensure your safety and