Alex Evjen of AVE Styles used vertical shiplap appearance boards for a modern and unconventional look in her bathroom. Read more to find out how to get this look for your home. Bathroom Makeover Using Vertical Shiplap Appearance Boards Shiplap has taken over the interior design world this past year, and it has intrigued me. Even though... The …
Possibly the biggest factor effecting your electric bill is the weather. It not only directly influences how much electricity you use to heat or cool your home but also effects … READ MORE What’s the Weather? October 2017 Weather Update The...
Welcome to the October Technology Buzz! First, for the sake of Halloween, we’ll look at an experiment that generates electricity from human tears. Then, because electric cars are expected to … READ MORE Technology Buzz – October 2017 The po...
Sam Ramondi DIY Huntress created a dramatic weathered wood accent wall for her laundry room. Read more to find out how to get this look in your home. DIY Weathered Wood Accent Wall Weathered wood accent walls are the biggest trend in home design right now. Not only are they easy on the eyes, they are also... The …
(BPT) - Households heating with natural gas, which is almost half of U.S. homes, are expected to spend an average of $635 on heating this winter — 22 percent more than last winter, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration — b...
Updating the hardware on your existing cabinet doors and drawers can be a quick, inexpensive way to freshen up your kitchen’s overall look. Tools & Materials: New Kitchen Hardware Screwdriver (or Cordless Drill) Tape Measure (optional) Step 1: Count Your Pulls & Handles First, you’ll want to do a thorough count of all your doors... The …
Katie Bower, of Bower Power, was looking for a way to give her sister’s bathroom a high-end look on a budget. Read on to see how Katie added the perfect amount of contrast by adding Smart Tiles. A Smarter Way to Lay Tile If something walks like a duck, quacks like a duck, it usually is... The …
(BPT) - Floors set with large format porcelain and natural stone tile continue to be the rage among homeowners and interior designers. Large format tiles, which are defined as 15 inches or longer on one side, make any room feel more open and welcoming....
Sink your feet into supreme comfort and softness each time you step out of the shower onto these Jean Pierre 100percent micro polyester bath rugs. The luxurious Jean Pierre bath rug collection is crafted of durable, stain and fade-resistant polyester fibers and tufted to create decorative high-low designs in beautiful bath-friendly solid colors. A skid and …
Refresh your kitchen with the power of paint. If you like the overall layout of your cabinets and they’re structurally sound, a fresh coat of paint can change the look of the entire room and save you a lot of money. Materials Painter’s Tape Vinyl Gloves, Mask, Safety Glasses Degreaser Rags Canvas Drop Cloth Tack... The …
Shiplap is the perfect way to add texture, pattern and authentic charm to any space. Whether it’s an accent wall or a focal point, this barn wood shiplap is versatile and easy to work with. Materials Barn Wood Shiplap Product Eyewear/Gloves/Mask Tools Pry Bar Hammer Stud Finder Chalk Line Level Pencil Tape Measure Speed Square... The …
(BPT) - Log onto almost any news website and in just a few clicks you’ll probably come across some story about the environment. Whether it involves international agreements, alternative energy sources or fuel-efficient cars, the discussion is oft...
(BPT) - From the holidays to cold-weather fun like ice skating and skiing, winter promises its share of good times. Preparing your home for winter’s weather extremes can help ensure that you get the maximum enjoyment out of the season, while prot...
(BPT) - If chilly temperatures make you want to snuggle under a blanket in front of a roaring fire, just think about your poor water pipes that can’t escape the cold. You can’t wrap your home in a warm, protective blanket when winter arrive...
Jenni Radosevich, of I Spy DIY, has a passion for finding out the latest trends in home design and turning them into do-it-yourself projects. This showed through in her Smart Tiles bathroom backsplash update. Read on to learn how Jenni paired an adhesive tile backsplash and wallpaper to create a beautiful guest bathroom! DIY Adhesive Tile... The …
