There's a lot of pressure to get Valentine's Day right. From selecting the best flowers to serving the perfect meal, the process can be nerve-wracking. If you're worried about setting the mood for your Valentine's Day date at home, let these tips take the pressure off so you can focus on your Valentine instead. 1. Think Red The decorations do not have to be expensive and elaborate, only...

As spring approaches and the days get warmer, it’s the perfect time of year to open your windows and give your home a good scrubbing. After all, it’s amazing how much better you feel when your home is fresh and clean, and the beautiful spring weather can be a great motivating factor. Make note of the following spring cleaning tips and have your home sparkling clean in no time. Come Up With a Plan...

The windows in your Las Vegas home brighten the interior with plenty of natural light and provide much-needed ventilation during mild weather, but they can also contribute to higher energy costs throughout the year. Even the most energy-efficient windows can capture heat from the sun, making your air conditioner worker harder to cool your home. With the proper window treatments, you can reduce...

Many people get itchy feet towards the end of winter/beginning of spring. The itchy feet makes this time of a year a great time to get a few landscaping projects done so once the warmer weather arrives your outdoor areas are ready to enjoy! Feed the Lawn - Early spring is a great time to aerate and fertilize your lawn. This will ensure it greens up and stays green over the summer months. By...

You work hard every day to keep your home neat and tidy, and yet, when you step back and look at your space, it seems endlessly messy. What's causing the disruption in your home's organization? There could be any number of reasons your house looks messy despite your best efforts. Here are a few common causes and how to tackle them: You Didn't Leave Room for Your Everyday Essentials Clearing your...

Whether you are trying to create a romantic hideaway or an artistic enclave, your bedroom should be a reflection of you and should provide a place to recharge away from the everyday bustle. If your bedroom is falling short of your expectations, try these quick tips to create a better bedroom. Include a Seating Area In too many bedrooms, the only seating area is the bed itself. As comfy as it is...

Laundry rooms are notorious for being the most cluttered spot in the house. It's easy for this room to be a catch all space where messes pile up. Whether you have a spacious laundry room or a small area to work with, the storage solutions below will help you get your space in shape. Add Shelves to Odd Shaped Spaces For many homeowners, finding space for a laundry room often means using an...

With the thousands of styles and colors of different furniture you can purchase for your living room, your mind may feel like a blank slate, not knowing where to start. Make no apologies. In fact, a blank slate is a fine place to begin the process of shopping for living room furniture. You'll see why when you follow these tips from top interior designers: Tip 1: Create a layout of your living...

Say the word “antique” and you probably make the translation to “old.” So what do you do if an antique piece has captured your imagination but your decorating style is sleek, contemporary and stylish? Place that antique in your home to imbue it with warmth, personality and character. Once you absorb the transforming influence of one antique piece, you'll want to integrate more. These tips will...

It's time to re-organize your closet – and not just by putting your favorite baseball caps in a bin or hanging all your belts from one sturdy hangar. While these are good moves, the one that could spell the difference between short-and long-term success is removing every single article from your closet so you can view your closet as a blank slate. “Closet reshuffling” can be accomplished in an...

It could be your great room. Or it could simply provide a great opportunity to make the most functional use of a large amount of living space in your home. Either way, when you have a big room you wish to break into regions, there are many ways to distinguish one area from another. Use one or use several of the following ideas and it won't be long before everyone pronounces your efforts grand by...

When people ask how you plan to equip your “TV room,” it's no wonder you set them straight and declare your goal is to create the perfect media room. As long as you have big aspirations, you might as well plan big too, and ensure you have the two things you need most: A list of all the components, which technically qualifies as more than one “thing,” but since the components are interconnected,...

You're no flooring expert, but common sense dictates your bathroom flooring should be resistant to water. Since your feet will often be bare as you walk on it, comfort counts, too. Because you spend a fair amount of time in this room even on days when you're in a hurry, the flooring should be durable. As a bonus, it would be nice if it were colorful and stylish yet easy to care for. Your...