Category: Home Improvement Blogs
(BPT) - A home’s curb appeal leaves a powerful first impression. Yet, according to the recent poll conducted by Ply Gem Building Products, only half of homeowners say their home’s exterior reflects their personality. This is an especially s...
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 … READ MORE Fire Preparedness Checklist: Preventing and Preparing fo...
(BPT) - Whether you're buying, selling or currently living in and enjoying your home, you know it's all about curb appeal. Your home's first impression is how your slice of the American dream looks from the street, which is a reflection of your style, ...
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 …
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 …
(BPT) - Moving to a new home can be an exciting undertaking, a fresh start that brings with it the potential for new friends, opportunities and experiences.For parents of young children, though, the process of adapting to a new home can be stressful. W...
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 …
(BPT) - The kitchen may be the heart of your home, but don't underestimate the importance of your bathrooms. If you think about it, bathrooms are one of the most frequented spaces in the home. It's where you go to rejuvenate and get ready for the day. ...
(BPT) - The kitchen may be the heart of your home, but don't underestimate the importance of your bathrooms. If you think about it, bathrooms are one of the most frequented spaces in the home. It's where you go to rejuvenate and get ready for the day. ...
(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...
(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...
Do you need a strong cup of joe before heading to the gym for an early morning workout? If so, be glad your automatic drip coffee maker gets its power … READ MORE How Much Exercise Would It Take To Power Your Coffee Maker? The post How Much Exerc...
(BPT) - While spring is typically the busiest period in real estate, particularly for families looking to get in to a new home before the school year starts, the fall months have become increasingly active for those who have more flexibility or are loo...
(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...
The production of electricity in the U.S. falls into three major source categories: fossil fuels, including natural gas and coal nuclear energy renewable energy, including hydropower, solar power and wind … READ MORE What Types of Electricity Sou...
(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...
There are a few ways you can calculate the energy efficiency of your house and appliances: Read the EnergyGuide label on appliances and electronics. Calculate your own energy use and … READ MORE How to Calculate Energy Efficiency Savings The post...
Nothing beats the sense of accomplishment you feel when you truly do it yourself. Read on to see how Rachel completely transformed her entire laundry room with the help of The Home Depot. Samsung FlexWash/FlexDry Inspired Laundry Room Makeover Choosing the right appliances for your laundry room is one of the most adult-iest things you... The …
(BPT) - Today, anyone who enjoys interior design can experience the pride of installing their own tile. Planning is the key to success, since each project has different needs based on the size and type of tile and where it will be installed. After that...
Nothing beats a Sunday brunch like gathering with loved ones and spending quality time together. Read more below on how Ashley Basnight from Handmade Haven creates the perfect setting for her family to enjoy! The Perfect Family Sunday Brunch If you’re anything like me, you love a good family gathering, and for my family/friends, Sunday... The …
