Whether you adore your new carpet or can’t afford to replace it every few years, below are a handful of ways to extend the life of your carpet—even if you have kids and pets.
1. Lay down a rug in high traffic spots. It may seem weird to lay a rug over your carpet, but in places that see a ton of foot traffic—like by the bed, couch or doorways—adding an extra layer of protection in the form of a rug or mat can seriously prolong your carpet’s life.
2. Vacuum frequently. Make sure you vacuum once...
Springtime is the best time to tackle outdoor cleaning. After a long winter spent indoors, you will want to get the job done before it gets too hot to work outside during the day. But what do you need to clean your home's exterior? Here is our guide to outdoor cleaning to keep your home and backyard looking fantastic.
Pressure washing
How often should you pressure wash your siding or driveway? Most experts agree that you should pressure wash your home every 6 to 12 months to protect it from mol...
After the warm weather days are gone, it’s easy to shut your garage door and never look back. Unfortunately, this neglect will lead to stacks of boxes and a large mess waiting for you as soon as spring begins to bloom. Instead, stay ahead of the game and use these tips to keep your garage organized during the winter—you’ll thank us later!
Do the ultimate purgeTake the time to determine how you want to utilize your garage—maybe you want to be able to park two cars, or store lawn-care equipment—...
Sometimes it seems there’s always something around the house that needs fixing – and the longer you put off doing the fixing, the more the glitches seem to multiply.
Real Simple Magazine suggests quick fixes to help keep your living space looking tip-top without tearing chunks out of your weekend:Squeaky wood floor. The fix isn’t permanent, but for temporary relief from that annoying squeak, sprinkle a little talcum powder over the noisy area, then sweep it into the cracks between floorboards an...
There are two camps of people after the holidays. On January 2, one camp makes a mad dash to tear down the tree and put away every trace of the season. The other camp dreads post-holiday packing and waits until the first buds of spring to arrive to do so.
No matter which camp you fall into, cleaning up after the holidays can be a time-consuming and downright frustrating process. And it’s a reminder that one of the most joyous times of year has come and gone. However, it doesn’t have to be such...
Looking for a creative way to give thanks this holiday season? This gratitude tree is the perfect project to work on with family and friends.
Materials
- Long, thin branches
- Tall vase
- Sand or small pebbles
- Leaf template
- Fabric
- Hot glue gun and glue
- Thin wire
- Cutting pliers or scissors
- Cardstock
- Hole punch
- Marker
Directions:
1. Place all the branches in the vase, and pour in the sand or pebbles to keep the branches in place.2. Using a leaf template, cut leaf sh...
Pittsburgh-based interior designer Colleen Simonds unrolls her best advice on building strong spaces using dynamic wallpaper patterns and gutsy design choices.
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After I graduated from Duke University, I moved to San Francisco to work for Gap, Inc. in their Executive Training Program. That led to a twelve-year career in merchandising at Gap, Inc. and eventually J. Crew in New York City. I then left J. Crew and went to Parsons School of...
