Category: DIY

How To Replace Your Shower Head

Even a simple update can make a big difference in your home. Follow along as Rachel Metz of Living to DIY walks you through replacing her old shower head with a new Moen Magnetix model. How To Replace Your Shower Head Low flow is something a household should never suffer from…and my household has been... The …

Discovering Southern Cypress: The Natural Choice [Video]

Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) - From the coast to the mountains, and everywhere in between, informed homeowners, respected builders and seasoned design professionals are transforming their creative aspirations into luxurious realities with Southern Cypress. An exceptional material that pairs proven outdoor performance with picture-perfect curb appeal, the go-to species …

Battling back-to-school pest problems

(BPT) - A new school year means backpacks stuffed with school supplies and the return to classrooms. It also means an increased chance of your child encountering pests or unknowingly bringing them home. From sweaty locker rooms to classroom floors ridd...

MOEN Magnetix Shower Head Upgrade

Replacing your shower head is a quick and easy bathroom update that can make a big impact. Follow along as Ashley Basnight of Handmade Haven walks you through the installation, and her favorite features from the new Moen Magnetix line. Upgrading a Shower Head with MOEN Magnetix One of the quickest ways to update your bathroom... The …

3 reasons fall is a great time for roofing

(BPT) - Cool breezes and falling leaves are around the corner, and for many parts of the country those telltale signs of fall signal the best possible season for roofing.So what makes fall a great time for roof repairs or a full replacement?1. Perfect ...

A Boring Builder Bathroom Gets a Budget-Friendly Makeover

Aileen Allen, the DIY blogger behind At Home in Love, gives a boring bathroom a beautiful budget-friendly makeover. A Boring Builder Bathroom Gets a Budget-Friendly Makeover My husband and I enjoy working on house projects, but our skills are limited. So when we were house hunting last year, our goal was to find a cosmetic fixer.... The …

Getting Organized: A Multi-Purpose Closet

DIY and blogger, Ashley Basnight from Handmade Haven, organized her multi-purpose closet with The Home Depot. Read on to learn how she got rid of the clutter using a hanging tower, storage cart and some storage bins! Getting Organized: A Multi-Purpose Closet If you are anything like me, your closet gets cluttered fast and becomes the hub... The …

Planting Your Farmhouse Garden

After you’ve done all of the prep work, you’re ready to plant your new farmhouse garden. Follow along as Ashley of Heirloomed shares her favorite tips for planting to your farmhouse garden. Click here to check out the rest of her Farmhouse Garden series. Planting Your Farmhouse Garden Hey, it’s Ashley from Heirloomed and if you’ve... The …

New technology promotes healthy aging in place

(BPT) - As millions of baby boomers reach their golden years, they’re changing the world yet again, this time by driving a booming market in senior-friendly aging-in-place technologies. From simple wearable devices to high-tech monitoring systems...

6 simple tips to prevent a fall

(BPT) - Overwhelmingly, people say that they want to stay independent and in their own home as they age. One way to ensure they can is to learn about fall risks and make changes to reduce their chances of falling. Because, while one in four older adult...

DIY outdoor bar serves up entertainment

(BPT) - As outdoor living space continues to be an extension of the home for entertaining, it’s no surprise that nearly 60 percent of homeowners believe outdoor kitchens will be popular this year, according to the latest Landscape Architecture Tr...

5 yard updates you can complete in a fall weekend

(BPT) - If you love spending time in your yard, the end of summer can mark a period of sadness thinking about the colder temperatures and shorter days you must endure before getting back outside.One sure cure for the blues is looking forward to somethi...