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(BPT) - With the increase of work from home, it’s important to create a feeling of spaciousness, openness and use of valuable floor space. When you use wall mount door hardware instead of a swinging door, it improves traffic flow, and gives more ...

Our Vintage Textured Faux Silk curtains & drapes have a slight sheen that mimics the finest texture of silk dupioni. This line offers blackout with a grommet header for a contemporary look. These curtains bring the look of luxury without the cost or high-maintenance care. As a general rule, for proper fullness panels should measure 2-3 …

(BPT) - Whether it's a quaint patio, a simple garden, a rolling expanse of land or the many possibilities in between, the backyard is the perfect place to unwind. As people spend more time at home, creating a personal outdoor sanctuary is more importan...

(BPT) - If you’re dreaming of summer, imagining how you could be relaxing with a good book in the shade, entertaining family in your outdoor kitchen, playing with the kids in the sunshine — or just breathing in the sights and sounds of natu...

(BPT) - For almost all of us, we have been on "sit and stay" for over two months. The only person happy about this is the dog.The question is, when we return to some normalcy, and head back to work, or to re-start life, what will be the effect on our c...

(BPT) - As people are spending more time at home, many are learning new activities and finding simple joy in doing the things they love, such as cultivating their own gardens.Now is the perfect time to start planning a summer garden that can add fresh ...

(BPT) - As we all spend more time at home right now, it can be a great opportunity to get a head start on summer projects and begin tackling your list of home improvements, especially as we look toward warmer weather. One thing that often gets overlook...

(BPT) - The surfaces in rooms throughout the home can be susceptible to the spread of COVID-19. You can help prevent the spread in your home by following CDC guidelines for infection prevention protocol and disinfecting hard, nonporous surfaces using a...

(BPT) - Those braving the frontlines of COVID-19, including healthcare professionals, first responders and essential workers, are at the greatest risk of exposure. These individuals can follow a few simple measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 when...

(BPT) - This season, many people are looking forward to a popular pastime they can fully enjoy without ever leaving their property — namely, gardening and yardwork.Not only can those time-honored activities spur creativity and produce visually pl...

(BPT) - When determining the look of your outdoor living space, decking is only half of the equation. In many cases, it’s the deck railings that are most visible and the design element that makes the first impression.“Railings serve a neces...

(BPT) - After the snow and ice has melted away each spring, drivers and homeowners around the country are left with their aftermath — annoying and destructive potholes.Millions of potholes in the U.S. wreak havoc on vehicles as they try to naviga...

(BPT) - Electricity is always there for us. From keeping the lights on to running important "background" tasks like maintaining a steady Wi-Fi signal, we're often unaware of how electricity touches all aspects of our lives. That is, until something hap...

(BPT) - While many homeowners love the unique charm and beauty that can only be found in an older home, the truth is that older houses present challenges to keeping everyone safe, especially little ones. For any house where children are being raised, o...