Preparing your home for a winter storm can be a hassle, especially when done last minute, so make sure to plan ahead and take these necessary precautions this winter season.
Double check for supplies
You may think you have shovels, flashlights, and extra fuel ready to go, but don’t rely on last year’s stock to get you through the season. You don’t want to be forced to go on the dreaded last-minute hardware or grocery store run. If a storm is on the horizon, make sure to make a list of what...
Smart home technology is improving life for everyone, even your furry little friends. These days, there are tons of products available for pets who live in the lap of luxury, from smart feeders that automatically dispense food to treadmills designed for felines.
For those who like to spoil their dogs and cats, here’s the latest and greatest pet technology to bring into your home!
iFetch Too
For some dogs, a quick game of fetch is never enough. If this sounds familiar, then the iFetch might just...
The bar cart is a fashionable, functional, and efficient use of space. If a full home bar is not in order, these are a great way to add design appeal that can be enjoyed during dinner parties or quiet evenings alike. You don’t even have to be a drinker to appreciate a bar cart, as they work just as well with any type of refreshment, be it mineral water or lemonade. One you’ve picked out your bar cart and chosen the ideal space for it, it’s time to put your design cap on.
Here are a few tips for...
When we think of New Year’s resolutions, we normally think about ourselves—diet, exercise, daily habits, and other personal items. However, making resolutions that impact your finances are often easier to keep. What’s more, they tend to pay dividends long after those other resolutions have fallen by the wayside.
Of course, for most people, the biggest asset is the home, so adding value there has the biggest financial impact. However, it can be intimidating to consider a home improvement project...
Looking to dress your windows with something other than curtains? The following ideas are fun, great for creative expression and relatively inexpensive.
Screens. These thin, partially transparent screens can be pulled down when you need them and still let some light through.
Bright frames. Don’t want any type of coverage but looking for a color pop? Paint bright wooden frames (think pictures frames) and fit them around your window for flare.
Canopies. Instead of hanging curtains on a rod, fix t...
If you’ve recently moved into a new home, you might decide to change out the carpets in the house either to expose the wood flooring underneath or to add in a newer rug or carpet design.
The challenge is, once you start ripping out the carpet, you’ll notice glue marks that are stuck due to years of working to keep the carpet in place. These problematic remnants are often more challenging to get rid of than the actual carpet itself.
Thankfully, some elbow grease combined with the following basic...
