Category: Home Improvement Blogs
(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...
Jen Woodhouse of House of Wood surprises her parents with a beautiful laundry room makeover just in time for Spring! See what products went into re-creating his parent’s space below. Spring Cleaning: A Laundry Room Makeover Spring is officially here which means it’s Spring cleaning time! What better room to get started in, than in the... The …
Janet Coon of Shabbyfufu was inspired by this year’s Patio Style Challenge to upgrade her pool patio area to an outdoor space fit for spa-like relaxation. Check out her pool patio transformation, including styling tips to create a patio retreat of your own. Creating A Relaxing Pool Patio Retreat When you live in Miami the... The …
(BPT) - The backyard. It’s your oasis. Your happy place. Your second living room. It’s the place to go not only for “me” time — but quality time with friends and family.This National Barbecue Month, the Hearth, Patio &...
For this year’s Patio Style Challenge, April Erhard of April GoLightly was inspired to create a poolside patio lounge to make the most of her outdoor space. Check out her style journey, including easy step by step instructions for painting a concrete patio area. How to Create a Poolside Patio Lounge Over the past several... The …
Welcome to the Take Charge of Your Home series from Direct Energy! Hiring a professional to perform household maintenance may offer convenience and peace of mind, but you can do many of … READ MORE How to Start Your Sprinkler System for Spring Th...
(BPT) - Whether it’s scrubbing through grime to reveal a sparkling surface, cleaning dust bunnies from under appliances or organizing your pantry, there’s something oddly satisfying about a deep clean.According to a recent survey conducted ...
(BPT) - Spring is in full bloom, but are your plants keeping pace? If the answer is anything but a resounding yes, don’t worry. There’s still plenty of time to get into the spirit of the season and grow your most beautiful bed of flowers.&l...
(BPT) - Like a moth to the flame, humans are inherently drawn to fire. In fact, often our favorite rooms in the home contain a fireplace, and many of our most memorable moments take place around the hearth. While the popularity of fireplaces has remain...
It can be easy to overlook your outdoor space in the winter months, but for this year’s Patio Style Challenge, Nicole White of Live Laugh Decorate took the opportunity to give her patio a refresh. After incorporating stylish seating, a few pops of color, and some greenery, Nicole transformed her patio into the perfect outdoor... The …
The laundry room is arguably one of the most important parts of any house. Brooke Ulrich of All Things Thrifty recently moved into her new home and knew the first thing she had to tackle was her laundry room. Check out the selections Brooke picked out for her home and 6 features that were important to... The …
After replacing her old wooden deck, Melaine Thompson of My Sweet Savannah was ready to turn her empty patio into an outdoor entertaining space for this year’s Patio Style Challenge. Follow along her style journey as she transforms her unused outdoor space into a focal point of her lakefront home. Lakeview Patio Makeover This is... The …
Sarah Lampley of Sarah L Lampley has her hands full when it comes to cleaning up after 3 kids and a playful pup. After noticing how expensive hiring a professional to clean her carpets was becoming, she decided to test out the new Power Scrub Elite Pet Plus Carpet Cleaner. See the 4 reasons why... The …
Jaime Costiglio, of Jaime Costiglio, created a beautiful and thoughtful wood backed menu for her friend’s wedding reception. This fun detail added character to the place setting. Read more to find out how to create this DIY project. How to Make a Wood Backed Menu Everyone looks forward to the food at a wedding. Exactly what... The …
Jaime Costiglio, of Jaime Costiglio, got creative with her latest DIY project. Instead of using floral centerpieces, Jaime created beautiful wooden lanterns for her friend’s wedding reception. This simple project added a lot of character. Read on to see the step-by-step instructions! Simple DIY Wooden Lanterns A beautiful alternative to floral centerpieces these large wood... The …
(BPT) - Across the nation, thousands of seniors have used a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), commonly called a reverse mortgage loan, as a savvy way to access the equity in their homes as part of their retirement strategy.Those who are intereste...
Baseball lovers everywhere have been preparing for baseball season. Ball boys and girls are working on their sprints, hot dog vendors are preparing to walk up hundreds of stairs per … READ MORE How Much Energy Does a Baseball Player Use? The post...
(BPT) - With spring having officially begun, many eager homeowners and landscape professionals across the country will roll up their sleeves and reach for their shovels to start projects that require digging this season.During the transition into &ldqu...
