What's the one natural resource you rely on most in a day? If you think about it from the first things you do in the morning, to the chores you do, to the last things you do to wrap up your day, you'll likely conclude it..Read More
Date published: Wed, 01 Dec 2010 10:36:40 PSTIt happens every year. Your house looks its absolute best, inside and out, between November and New Year's day. After all, it's the holiday season and the time of year when you want to put your home's best face forward f..Read More
Date published: Mon, 29 Nov 2010 10:47:40 PSTBeing a homeowner means being vigilant. From the roof to the foundation, you need to keep a close eye on your house to guard against damage to your investment and to protect the place your family calls home. Water damage..Read More
Date published: Sun, 28 Nov 2010 12:21:25 PSTWhen your youngest child packs up his room, loads all his belongings into the car, and drives away - to college, a new job or his first apartment - the quiet in the house can be unsettling at first. Then it hits you, you..Read More
Date published: Tue, 23 Nov 2010 10:28:47 PSTThe winter months often mean holiday gatherings and guests .. and much more time indoors. So, why not give the two rooms that you spend the most time in - the kitchen and bath - a function and fashion facelift? Luckily, ..Read More
Date published: Mon, 22 Nov 2010 10:52:06 PSTThinking about making a New Year's resolution to continue to live a greener lifestyle? In addition to using energy-efficient appliances, carrying reusable shopping totes or recycling, consider reducing your dependency on..Read More
Date published: Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:31:53 PSTWhen you want to remodel your bathroom, you may feel tempted to fill it with lots of exciting, new accessories, from heated towel rails to marble toilet roll holders and pretty little candles. But if you are not careful,..Read More
Date published: Mon, 15 Nov 2010 10:36:21 PSTSummer was a sizzler, but cooler weather brings relief and a return to the indoors, which can seem a bit drab after the lively colors of summer. The easiest way to spruce up your decor is with fresh color on the walls. A..Read More
Date published: Sun, 14 Nov 2010 11:18:50 PSTLook through any interior design magazine and you'll notice one common theme across all the featured homes: a lack of clutter. No matter whether the style is minimalist or maximalist, in the most beautifully decorated ho..Read More
Date published: Fri, 12 Nov 2010 11:28:29 PSTOne of the most crucial parts of running a home is hot water. Think for a moment about the various uses for hot water in the average home. Generally, people use it for the following purposes: Even though you could use co..Read More
Date published: Tue, 09 Nov 2010 10:40:46 PSTTrendy and timeless, practical and whimsical, durable and beautiful - when it comes to building materials, ceramic tile wins the heart of many a designer and homeowner for its ability to offer the best of many worlds. Te..Read More
Date published: Mon, 08 Nov 2010 11:00:42 PSTAs consumers and marketers have jumped onto the trend, it's no longer difficult to outfit your home with products that are classified as 'green.' You now have multiple choices among products that claim to be the most env..Read More
Date published: Sat, 06 Nov 2010 11:14:42 PSTWhat is it about 'going green' that is so appealing? Even if it's not your favorite color, going green can benefit the environment, your health and reduce energy consumption, as well as overall energy costs. You may alre..Read More
Date published: Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:10:51 PSTWith the emergence of home improvement design shows, DIY websites and blogs to reflect every style, it's becoming easier than ever to make your home a reflection of your personality. But what if your space is giving off ..Read More
Date published: Wed, 03 Nov 2010 11:01:08 PSTNow that the weather's turned cooler and you're spending more time indoors, there's no better time to paint. It's one of the easiest and least expensive ways to change the look of your home. It's also a project that even..Read More
Date published: Tue, 02 Nov 2010 10:45:17 PSTWhether you are decorating a room, building a house, or you simply don’t like the look of your floors, one of the most important issues that you need to resolve is finding the best flooring for you. There are various fac..Read More
Date published: Mon, 01 Nov 2010 09:36:31 PSTAs the cold weather and holidays approach, homeowners are preparing to spend more time indoors. Winter utility bills can get expensive, and in an economic climate as biting as the frost, consumers are watching every penn..Read More
Date published: Sat, 30 Oct 2010 10:30:54 PSTIn this economy, you may feel grateful to have a roof over your head. But how much do you really think about your roof? It's one of the most important elements of your home, one that helps protect all the other parts - n..Read More
Date published: Tue, 26 Oct 2010 09:01:27 PSTWhat's old is new again .. and this is especially true with today's design trends. While everyone loves to have a new look to refresh their homes, design experts report that traditional styling remains the most popular h..Read More
Date published: Mon, 25 Oct 2010 09:51:04 PSTSaving the environment can be an overwhelming task. With everything in the news about how to make your home more energy efficient, it's easy to become bewildered when thinking about all the improvements you could make. B..Read More
Date published: Sat, 23 Oct 2010 11:37:54 PSTThe no-no's about using hardwood near a water source are vanishing. And while allowing water to rest on a wooden surface for extended periods will always be a no-no, the American Hardwood Information Center, finds that m..Read More
Date published: Thu, 21 Oct 2010 09:56:47 PSTIn today's environmentally conscious times, it seems we're surrounded by the need to shop, act and live "green." Some of our choices are easy and small, while others can be big and costly. But one thing is for sure - eac..Read More
Date published: Sun, 17 Oct 2010 10:31:15 PSTPutting off that home improvement project? Waiting too long could be detrimental to your wallet. On Dec. 31, the federal tax credit worth up to $1,500 for energy-efficient home improvements will expire, leaving procrasti..Read More
Date published: Thu, 14 Oct 2010 10:58:43 PSTIf you have a need to remodel an existing bathroom or build a new bathroom so that it is ADA (Americans with Disability Act) compliant, there are a number of different factors that you will need to take into consideratio..Read More
Date published: Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:54:19 PSTAre you tired of the same look in your bathroom? There are several different choices when it comes to bathroom decor. You can choose from themes for families, women, men, or kids. Although the bathroom is used often thro..Read More
Date published: Mon, 11 Oct 2010 09:13:38 PST