Category: Home Improvement Blogs
(BPT) - Watching a hummingbird is enchanting. Their tiny size and incredible speed make them a natural wonder. Flapping their wings an estimated 70 times per second, they can move in every direction, or simply float majestically in midair.You may have ...
Chances are winter may have left some of your outdoor potted plants looking less than lush. Now is the perfect time to refresh your patio or porch with new planters overflowing with colorful blooms (or fresh edibles). And Miracle-Gro has an excellent variety of soils for all types of plants and containers, so it’s easier... The …
Shelby from Shelby Rae Photographs was in search of the perfect vacuum to clean up after her two pups. See how the Hoover SmartWash Pet Advance exceeded her expectations, below! Easy Carpet Cleaning With SmartWash Pet Advance If you know me, then you know I am a total clean freak (yes, I deep clean my house every... The …
(BPT) - Spring is many things to many people: the smell of freshly cut grass after a long winter; blue skies; warm days; and the crack of the bat, sending a ball far into the outfield.For millions of Americans, the start of the baseball season is the b...
(BPT) - When award-winning chef and culinary visionary Michael Voltaggio was remodeling his West Hollywood home, he purposefully selected kitchen essentials that facilitate restaurant-level culinary innovation in a residential setting. Chef Voltaggio&r...
(BPT) - The backyard barbecue is a staple of the American summer. Long days filled with sun, fun, family and friends are what make lifelong memories. Now is the perfect time to start planning for your next barbecue, so you, too, can create memories you...
Once you start emphasizing greener living, it’s easy to get hooked. Recycling leads to rainwater collection which leads to biking to work, and before you know it, you’re ready to … READ MORE Top 6 Greenest Cities in the U.S. The post Top 6 Greene...
(BPT) - Buying a home is a major financial commitment. It’s exciting, but can also be confusing and overwhelming. Choosing the best mortgage that fits your needs is an important first step and first-time homebuyers in particular should research t...
(BPT) - For Americans, sending flowers to show love, caring and concern is a longstanding tradition appreciated by both givers and receivers. It’s so popular, in fact, that last year we spent some $2.6 billion on flower gifts for the Mother&rsquo...
Miranda Anderson of Live Free Creative Co. used this year’s Patio Style Challenge as an opportunity to transform the backyard of her new fixer upper into a perfect outdoor entertaining space. Follow along her style journey for tips on creating a cozy, lively patio space. How to Create a Lively Patio Outdoor Entertaining Space The... The …
(BPT) - When it’s time to embark on your well-deserved getaway, the last thing you want is to worry about the things that could go wrong at your unattended house.It’s pretty common to wonder if everything is OK while you're on vacation, say...
(BPT) - Crafting is a great way to relieve stress and express your creative side — and fortunately, you don’t have to be a master craftsman — or spend a fortune on materials — to have fun and enjoy the benefits.“A great wa...
(BPT) - Fresh air, great views and capitalizing on unused space — it’s no wonder rooftop decks are a hot trend for suburban homes and urban apartment complexes alike.Once reserved for the urban elite, rooftop decks are popping up all over t...
(BPT) - Spring is upon us and our yards are beginning to bloom. The grass needs to be cut, the hedges trimmed and the debris blown away. This is an exciting time of year as we all look forward to getting outdoors after a longer than desired winter seas...
Gardening is a hobby that you can spend a lifetime learning about. Seasons change, seeds fail or thrive, and just when you think you know it all, you realize how … READ MORE When and How Often to Water Your Plants The post When and How Often to W...
Michiel Perry of Black Southern Belle took this year’s Patio Style Challenge as an opportunity to create the perfect southern inspired outdoor entertaining space. Check out her easy tips for incorporating a little southern style into your patio design. Modern & Southern Patio Decor Spring in the south is all about outdoor entertaining. Whether it... The …
(BPT) - Essential oils, highly concentrated essences of plants, have the power to improve our lives, revive our spaces and boost our mood, whether it's through diffusing them to add a fresh scent to the kitchen, creating a spa-like oasis in your bathro...
Miranda Anderson from Live Free Creative Co had one goal in mind for her kitchen renovation and that was to make a big impact in her small space. Using GE’s new slate stainless steel finish appliances helped her achieve the dimension she was looking for. Read more about the appliances Miranda selected to make an impact... The …
Harsh weather is no match for Home Depot Patio Furniture. See how Alex Evjen of Ave Styles styles her patio into a desert oasis to be enjoyed for many years to come for this year’s Patio Style Challenge. Transform your backyard into a desert oasis About two years ago, I invested in brand new outdoor... The …
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 …
