Just as it’s important for you to keep detailed records of your home business, your bills, income tax information or medical history, so too is it imperative that you keep a detailed record of all maintenance you perform on your home. After all, it is your biggest investment and it requires constant TLC to maintain its
Dream home remodeling may not always be a dream experience. Many people have waited years to start remodeling their dream home. They have labored over the designs, cabinets, and floor plans. Now the time has finally come to start building their home. Handling the Stress Once the building or remodel process begins the stress may
Don’t feel left out, start your home remodel plans Are your neighbors renovating their houses? Are your friends busy with their remodeling designs? Are your colleagues discussing their reconstruction materials and plans? Well, don’t feel left out, start your own remodeling today! A good number of neighborhoods and subdivisions are in the middle of residential
Just about everybody dreams of turning an okay-but-not-perfect home into a dream home. That’s why home improvement stores and do-it-yourself television programs have become so popular in recent years. And there’s no reason you shouldn’t remodel… as long as you know what you’re getting yourself into, so you can avoid the pitfalls that often snag
It doesn’t have to take a lot of time or money to make meaningful improvements to your home. Whether it’s for future resale value or personal comfort, there are numerous tasks to accomplish. Here are some suggestions: 1. Clean and complete minor touch-ups. Could your tile use re-caulking? Or are your baseboards getting a little
Copper and brass fixtures are coming back in style. Complementary to many kitchen and bathroom designs, these classic fixtures provide a touch of warmth and elegance. And while copper and brass age well, they also require an added dose of TLC compared to other options. With that in mind, let’s discuss the do’s and dont’s
Traditionally, bathrooms have been designed to be functional, but have often lacked the style and sophistication that is characteristic of those you see today. Today’s homeowners are investing more money remodeling their bathrooms. Turning them into a place for retreat and relaxation. According to a recent survey, 30 percent of homeowners are spending more than
This year, wouldn’t it be nice to make updates to your house that you’ll appreciate daily? Last year it became clear how important personal home design is. So we’ve been thinking about projects that improve the safety, comfort or convenience of your home. From simple do-it-yourself updates to more involved professional remodels, the options are
Ask people who have completed do-it-yourself projects and they’ll tell you that the projects took at least twice and much time and three times the money they thought they would. The basic reason is that DIYers usually make a lot of mistakes that end up making home improvement projects more expensive and time-consuming. Here are