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Use These Tips to Organize Your Garage Before It Gets Too Cold
The change in seasons is right around the corner, which makes now the perfect time to start thinking about winterizing your home. Taking some time now to get your garage organized and prepared will give you peace of mind all winter long. These four tips will simplify the chore: 4 Tips to Get Your Garage Ready for Winter 1. Check the Weather Forecast Before you get started, check the forecast to...
Update Your Kitchen for the Best Resale Value on Your Home
For many people, the kitchen is the focal point of a home. Family and friends often gather in the kitchen to create memories along with good food. Boost your home's resale value with these helpful tips to update your kitchen for maximum buyer appeal. Use Neutral Colors Vivid color palettes can make a kitchen look dated or inspire unpleasant reactions in buyers. Neutral colors such as beige, gray...
Are you looking for a fun and functional way to improve the visual appeal of a room? Try a fresh coat of paint! Experimenting with different shades, colors combinations and design elements can instantly transform any room in your home. As you begin to visualize your ideal space, consider using one of these expert design tips: Tips for Adding Eye-catching Color to Your Home Use More Than One Color...
Add a Pop of Color to Your Kitchen with These Tips
Many homeowners are seeking to restore a colorful splash to their kitchens. One of the best ways of doing this is by adding color to your appliances. Whether using a bold hue for your oven or a beach-like theme for your refrigerator, colorful appliances add visual interest to your kitchen. Here’s how you can get started: How to Add Colorful Appliances to Your Kitchen Set a Focal Point Using a...
Create a Vibrant Guest Room with These Colors
If you are planning on making changes to your guestroom, strategically incorporating vivid and bold colors can create a vibrant, inviting space. Don’t be afraid to experiment with conspicuous colors during this improvement project. Here are some bold colors that you can use to entice your guests: The Best Bold Colors to Create a Vibrant Guest Room Golden Yellow Golden yellow is perfect for...
Do you often wish your bathroom was larger, but don't want to pay for an expensive remodel? The following are six design techniques you can use to give the illusion of a larger bathroom without remodeling: Use Plenty of White With white fixtures, tile, wall paint, and furniture, you can open up your bathroom and give it an airy and spacious look. To add more visual interest, use textural elements...
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There are a billion things you can do yourself in terms of home improvements and repair. However, there are some things that require specific training and equipment. Some jobs are simply better left to the experts. 3 Projects to Call in the Pros For 1. Roof Repairs and Cleaning Professional roofers have the equipment to keep themselves safe, and the experience to diagnose and repair and roof...
Increase Efficiency with These Home Office Necessities
When working from home, it can be easy to get distracted. Here are some necessities every home office should have that will reduce distraction and increase focus: Home Office Necessities to Increase Efficiency The Right Chair There are two important elements you should consider when shopping for the right office chair: comfort and ergonomic design. These two characteristics go hand-in-hand...
Add Fall Flare to Your Outdoor Spaces With These Tips
Autumn is the time to add vibrant colors, textures and seasonal accents to your yard, patio and deck. The following are low maintenance planting ideas that can have a big impact on your design: Expert Tips for Fall Planting Once the weather starts to cool down, homeowners are able to enjoy the outdoors throughout the day, not just during the evenings. This makes it the perfect time to plant some...