Author: DIY Lover

The ABCs of fire safety

(BPT) - You have smoke alarms in your home, you check them regularly and you practice your emergency escape plan with your family — but are you overlooking an essential component of home fire safety as you check your spring to-do list? Having fir...

5 easy ways to refresh your bathroom for spring

(BPT) - There’s nothing like the warmer temperatures, blooming flowers and longer, brighter days to inspire you to take a fresh look at your home, and the ideal place to get started is in one of your most-used spaces: the bathroom. Spring is the ...

3 Essential Home Improvements for Aging in Place Safely

Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) - Certain home improvements can have a big impact on comfortably aging in place. Modernize Home Services asks professionals at Leaf Home Safety Solutions to explain the top three items that make homes more accessible.From converting a tub to a shower to exploring stair lifts, …

Garage Door Safety Month: Staying Safe at Home

(BPT) - Did you know that your garage door is typically the biggest moving object in your home? Inspecting your garage door to identify any potential issues can go a long way toward ensuring a safe environment for your family. Garage doors are subject ...

Outdoor Living Trends for 2023

(BPT) - According to leading real estate website Zillow, a functional outdoor space is the most sought-after amenity among today’s homebuyers. For homeowners looking to make the most of their outdoor spaces this year, following are six trends exp...

5 unexpected ways lawns benefit our communities

(BPT) - Lawns are seemingly everywhere and while you may take them for granted, they're actually hard-working members of an ecosystem benefitting urban and suburban spaces in multiple ways. If lawns were eliminated, climate change challenges would sign...

Design Trend Report 2023

(BPT) - “Style and design surround us — impacting how we feel, the personality of a room, or the energy of a space,” said Laura Grill, director of product design for Daltile. “As a fashion-driven brand, Daltile has just released...

5 off-the-wall uses for retaining walls

(BPT) - Segmental retaining wall (SRW) systems make attractive walls, but they also are used to build many beautiful and functional outdoor features for homeowners and professionals alike. As the most versatile resource in a professional landscaper&rsq...