Your Family Never Has to "Outgrow" A Home You Love

  • Keep Your Home Pest-Free This Holiday Season

    11 December 2019

    The holiday season is the time to set up a Christmas tree and maybe get a nice fire going in the fireplace. But these holiday activities could also leave your house open to a pest invasion if you're not careful. Here are some tips to help keep your home pest-free well into the New Year. Inspect That Tree Closely Before You Bring It In If you love bringing a live tree into your home every year for Christmas, make sure there is nothing else living inside of it before you bring it in.

  • Tired Of Cleaning Your Kitchen? Here's How To Cut Down On Chores

    24 October 2019

    If you're like most busy homeowners, you enjoy spending time in the kitchen preparing meals for the family table. However, that time is likely to be limited due to employment and/or family obligations, so naturally, you want to keep cleaning and maintenance tasks to a minimum.   You probably already know that amenities such as backsplashes and self-cleaning ovens help busy homeowners cut down on kitchen chores, but they aren't the only strategies.

  • Roman Shades: Tips For Using Them To Enhance Any Room Of Your Home

    5 September 2019

    If you are looking for window treatments that are versatile and practical, look no further than roman shades. Whether you need a pop of color or want to tone down a room that's too bold, roman shades are up to the challenge. And don't worry if you can't find a color or pattern you like in ready-made shades, you can select your own fabric and have them custom designed. Roman shades in the kitchen

  • Retractable Screen Door: Summer Patio Living

    23 July 2019

    If you're looking to increase airflow and accessibility to your patio, while also keeping unwanted critters at bay, your best solution might be adding a retractable screen door. Although flush-mounted screen doors are relatively inexpensive and easy to install, there are a few modifications and tricks you can use to improve their efficiency and durability. Sight Lines Because retractable screen doors are designed to seamlessly blend into your door frame's existing casing, they can often be an invisible hazard to homeowners and guests alike.

  • 3 Things To Pay Attention To When You Visit A Bathroom Showroom

    8 June 2019

    There are a lot of design details that go into a renovation, especially in heavily used spaces like bathrooms and kitchens. In addition to selecting faucets, tile colors, flooring, and countertop materials, you also might be faced with choosing paint colors and floor plans. However, by visiting a bathroom showroom, you can explore a variety of different options quickly while learning about styles, materials, and contractors. Here are three things you should remember as you visit bathroom showrooms.

  • Reupholstering An Antique Furniture Piece? 3 Tips

    22 April 2019

    Whether you bought used at a yard sale or inherited from a family member, an antique piece of furniture can be a great addition to your home. Unfortunately, most antique furniture pieces are not in the best condition, meaning you may have to complete a few updates to ensure it aligns with your current décor and furnishings. Thankfully, upholstering an antique chair, sofa, or settee does not have to be an overwhelming task.

  • Life Without Air Conditioning

    8 March 2019

    If you have moved into a place that doesn't have an air conditioning system, then you may want to learn what you can expect those hot days to be like. Once you have a realistic picture of how your days will go when its hot, then you may see why it will be so important for you to consider having an air conditioner installed in your new home. Also, keep in mind that when you have an HVAC system put in, it will increase the value of your home immediately.

  • New Appliances To Concider Upgrading To

    26 January 2019

    If you are going to be remodeling your home, then part of that remodel will more than likely include updates to all of your appliances. If it has been a while since you have purchased new appliances, then you may find yourself surprised and maybe even a little overwhelmed by the cutting-edge technology you will see while you are out shopping for new appliances. If you are ready to get out there and start looking at new appliances, here are some of the new appliances with fascinating technology that you are going to want to keep an eye out for.