Category: DIY
Chloe Mackintosh from Boxwood Avenue renovated her 1964 home’s laundry room just in time for spring! Read more about how Chloe transformed her laundry room into a beautiful, functional space below! Spring Cleaning: A Laundry Room Transformation Our home was built in 1964, and even though we have remodeled much of the house, our laundry room... The …
Turn your unused outdoor space into a functional patio dining room in a few easy steps. Follow along as Ty Stewart of Little Home Reloved transforms her unused carport into a space for eating and entertaining for this year’s Patio Style Challenge. Carport to Patio Dining Room Transformation We knew when we started renovating my... The …
Creating a cozy space in a large open back yard can be challenging. See how Morgan McBride of Charleston Crafted used this year’s Patio Style Challenge as motivation to create an outdoor space that they will enjoy for years to come. Creating a Cozy Patio Space with Outdoor Furniture We love our backyard and its lakefront... The …
Get the most use out of your patio by creating an area that can be enjoyed both day and night. See how Uyen Carlson of Crew & Lu styled her patio to create the perfect outdoor entertaining space and a family-friendly patio. The Perfect Outdoor Living Space: A Family-Friendly Patio Design is such an important element... The …
(BPT) - Whether you're working on a spring home improvement project or a summer task, this is the time of year when you focus on improving your home both inside and out. As you look for ways to make your home even better, nothing beats a good DIY proje...
(BPT) - The value of homeowners insurance is often thrust into the national spotlight when natural disasters happen. The devastation and financial loss they can cause reinforces the importance of making sure you have adequate insurance coverage to rebu...
(BPT) - Helping a parent stay active and healthy at home can be achieved with careful planning. The rewards of personally caring for, or managing the care of, a loved one who needs help are innumerable. It’s an opportunity to give back and to off...
(BPT) - More and more Americans are shifting to a greener lifestyle, and if you’re one of them, you're always looking for ways to reduce your impact on the environment. Cutting your energy usage is a big part of that, and the benefits of doing so...
(BPT) - The federal government considers floods the nation's most common natural disaster. They strike every state and leave homeowners with huge repair costs. Why? Because typical homeowners insurance doesn't cover flood damage.Those policies may prov...
(BPT) - The real estate market is heating up, and if you're planning to sell your home in the future, you want it to sell quickly and for as high of a price as possible. By taking proactive action now, you can make a few strategic home improvements tha...
Black Stainless Steel is the new Black and Alexi Politis from Seeking Alexi is giving us her professional tips on how to create a fresh new look in your kitchen with the help of GE’s new finishes. Read more about styling GE black stainless steel kitchen appliances below! Tips On Styling Black Stainless Steel Kitchen... The …
It can be difficult to style a small patio. Clarissa of My Wifestyles was inspired by this year’s Patio Style Challenge to make the most of her small patio using mix and match pieces to fit her space. Check out some tips below for maximizing your small patio! Mix and Match As renters of our... The …
Spring is the perfect time to spruce up your outdoor space. For this year’s Patio Style Challenge, Yuni Min of Love Your Abode maximized her patio area by shifting around her current dining set to make room for a comfortable seating set. Check out her styling tips as she adds seating, pops of color, and greenery... The …
Get the most use out of your patio by creating an area that can be enjoyed both day and night. See how Ashley Hill of The Jeep Girls styled her patio for outdoor entertaining for this year’s Patio Style Challenge. Outdoor Entertaining from Day to Night Our favorite aspect of living in Chicago is summer because... The …
It can be easy to overlook your outdoor space in colder months. For this year’s Patio Style Challenge, Diana of Diana Elizabeth was inspired to transform her unused patio space into the perfect area for working, relaxing, or entertaining. Follow along her style journey to find out how to easily create a multi-functional outdoor space of... The …
As a mom of three, Meghan Dyal, of Ahoy Native, knew her small laundry room just wasn’t cutting it. After a few years of not having anywhere to fold clothes or store items, she knew it was time to give her laundry room the update it needed. Read on to see 5 tips Meghan recommends to... The …
(BPT) - Hard water, which contains high levels of calcium and magnesium, can be found in nearly 90 percent of American homes. These minerals cause scaling, a buildup that clogs waterlines and plumbing forcing appliances to work harder and operate less ...
(BPT) - You may never see them. They sneak in silently once the sun goes down. They ravage your delicate garden and stunning landscape. If you do happen to catch a glimpse, they'll run fast as lightning to safety so they can dine in your yard while you...
(BPT) - A bathroom remodel is on the agenda for 31 percent of homeowners in 2018, according to a survey by Lightstream, a national online lending division of SunTrust Bank. Those remodeling efforts can take many forms, but arguably the most dramatic an...
(BPT) - Whether you're a millennial looking to buy your first home or a boomer thinking about downsizing your empty nest, you're probably aware that it's a seller's market out there.Homes are selling at lightning speed, bidding wars are commonplace, bu...
