Category Archives: Home Improvement

When you build a new home/remodeling, you can look into being more environmentally conscious by installing/changing things around your house to be more energy efficient. Energy efficiency not only helps the environment, it will also help you reduce energy cost in the long run. Energy Start Approved When buying new appliances, look out for Energy Star approved ...

When building a new home there are a lot of different things that will need some consideration. One thing of these are room sizes. Average size rooms:Most people would expect an average size room so that they have more space not just for a bed but for other things as well. But what exactly is an ...

While houses are expensive to build, they do not have to cost as much as they could cost. There are ways to plan a house with high value for less money. The following lists just some examples that you can consider when trying to cut the cost of building to your new home:Use trusses over ...

 You curb gives the first impression when it comes to the value of your home. If you plan to sell your house, curb appeal is essential, as most buyers will not take the time to look in the house if the first impression is not good. The following are some easy ways to build your ...

While it is exciting to start a remodeling project with the prospect of seeing the new look to your home revealed to you like those reality TV home improvement shows, remember that those people on TV are either given a paid vacation somewhere. And unless you have another alternative place to live in (remodeling doesn’t ...

Storing your materials well is important. The last thing you want is to get good supplies only to have them ruined because of poor storage. This will cause a lot of frustration, time lost as well as money when you have to replace them again. While it would be nice to get materials, and use ...

Cottage Style Cottage style is characterized with a more personal and forgiving style, with the mixing of old and new; rare and inexpensive; and simple and ornate pieces. This home style is about putting together what you love, where there is no committing to a single decorating genre.Cottage-Style ExteriorsCharacterized by asymmetrical architecture, pitched roof and natural ...

Pared down and lightened up, today\'s cottage with a European accent offers comfort, freshness, and individuality. Today\'s look saves floral designs for pillows or paintings, editing collections down to a chosen few, and creating light and simple rooms with bare windows and painted woodwork. Mixing and matching fabrics is key to English cottage style. In ...

The modern cottage style takes a modern spin without straying too far from its classic roots. The regular fixture to a cottage style home, the garden view from the living room, textured materials and rooms that give a sense of comfort and coziness, will always be synonymous to cottage styles. Simply look for cottage icons, ...

Everyone dreams of flat top grill like those used by professionals, but most of us if not all of us have to keep costs down. Cost is one of the major factor that kitchen remodelling may be put off time and again. It is important to know what you like, even when on a budget. ...

Remodeling the kitchen does not have to be a budget busting project if updates are done slowly with focus on one area at a time. Simple changes can make a huge difference, like changing light fixtures to create dramatic effect of space, or a fresh coat of paint. If one area of the kitchen is ...

The bathroom sometimes serves as a sanctuary to some from the craziness that surrounds our every day lives. It is the moment you get to spend some personal time relaxing. It would then seem reasonable that some prefer a bathroom that is soothing, rejuvenating, and practical. Bathroom remodeling can add value to a home as ...

Daunting as it may appear to be initially, bathroom renovation can be categorized broadly in 5 steps. Start by choosing the style desired and picked out your layout, then choose your finishing and bathroom fixtures. Hiring a contractor for this job is recommended. The internet, magazines and books are good reference for looks and style ...

A big budget is not necessary when you want a great living room design. Some imagination and careful planning is what you really need. Before you dish out money from your pocket, have everything organized and planned to allow yourself to weigh out what’s worth spending on. A good living room designs should not be ...

The living room is the space that you welcome your guests the moment they step into the house. Keep in mind that it serves as the first thing that will (or will not) impress them, so take careful consideration when choosing living room designs. It is also the place where family and friends gather, so ...