Month: April 2012

Tips for installing a vinyl fence the easy way

(ARA) - If you need to keep the neighbors out or the pets and children in, it may be time for a fence, preferably one that will last a lifetime and requires very little maintenance. But if you know much about installing a fence, chances are this is a h...

Boomers: Living comfortably at home in style

(ARA) - As the years pass, Americans in the baby boomer generation are changing the definition of how they want to live comfortably during their later years. Boomers are opting to continue living where they're already secure and happy - right at home....

Black is ‘in’ for up-to-date interiors

(ARA) - Love the way you feel after slipping into your little black dress, or donning a well-tailored black suit? Black is not only a great shade on you - it's also a great shade for your home. The stylish finish is especially perfect in the kitchen - ...

Clear Clutter Quickly for a Healthy Home

By Emily Anderson for Green Goes Simple Admit it: You need help! You may not be a hoarder, but you probably have parts of your home (basement? hall closet? under the bed?) that you’d rather keep hidden. Don’t worry, though — you’re not alone. Most of us don’t even know how much stuff we really have, …

Get your outdoor space in tip-top shape

(ARA) - Spring has been knocking at the door all winter long. With record-low snow falls behind us and a forecast of more unseasonably-mild days ahead, why not take advantage of the temperate weather and get a jump on your outdoor spring cleaning now? ...

Protect large investments with small home fixes

(ARA) - Today's consumers are under mounting financial pressure at every turn, and are forced to be much smarter in buying decisions, especially for major investments. One big investment every consumer needs protected is their house and property. From ...

Top Roofing Tips For The Rainy Months Ahead

With Spring in its infancy, rest assured there will be a number of rain showers from today through the ends of Summer.  Rain’s great for the lawn and gardens on our property, but repeated rain showers, moreover severe winds and hail can potentially be damaging for one of the most defensive parts of the home:  the …

The history of kitchen innovations

(ARA) - Technology is in virtually every facet of our lives, yet many of the everyday conveniences we enjoy now have been around for less than 100 years. In the kitchen, for instance, the various appliances, fixtures and gadgets that converted the onc...

Is your showerhead making you sick?

(ARA) - Hand sanitizer, flu shots and regular exercise are just some of the ways Americans build their immunity to protect themselves from harmful bacteria and illness. But many may be missing a simple step for preventing health problems. There's noth...