September is a month of changes, serving as a bridge from scorching summer temperatures to cooler days and nights. The kids are back in school and it’s the perfect time to take care of the home maintenance and improvements that will prepare your home for the cooler months. The following September home checklist will help you get started: Install interior window shades Interior window shades can...

A kitchen is a magnet for grease, bacteria and food particles that go airborne – not to mention all the scuffs and handprints left behind in a whirlwind of activity. Keeping kitchen cabinets clean can be a challenge, but it's one you can address with confidence once you know which products to use to clean the surface: Clean Stained Wood Cabinets Mix 2 cups of water to every 1 cup of mild dish...

Kitchens have long been heralded as the favorite room in the house. In recent years, the bathroom has moved the kitchen down the pipes in terms of design importance. As such, some great trends have begun to emerge that are specifically intended for bathrooms. 1. Automated Window Shades Window coverings are obvious essentials for any bathroom with windows. After all, you don't want to put on a...

It's your patio – your retreat after a long workday and a place you want to kick off your shoes and enjoy the weekends. For an area that should be fun and alluring, your patio is about as welcoming as a skunk at a garden party. As the days get shorter and cooler, you know a ZipRite shade from Polar Shades will allow you to savor the outdoors while blocking unpleasant outdoor elements (like rain,...

Interior lighting can have a large impact on a room’s ambiance and style while providing practical benefits. It’s also relatively inexpensive and causes less upheaval compared to other design projects. Using interior window shades and 7 other design tips, enhance your interior lighting: 1. Consider Ceiling Height If you’re hanging a light fixture, the height of your ceiling is an important...

As fall approaches you want to mark the change of seasons with decorative flair. Be sure to welcome cooler temperatures while not letting the sun set on the outdoors. Here are 5 fall home essentials: 1. Spread Lightweight Blankets on Chairs and Couches They're called throws for a reason: because you can throw them into place (and even from one family member to another). You may not need a...

Moving has long been considered one of life’s major stressors and it doesn't diminish in intensity with practice. The potential for incurring damage adds to the anxiety, which is why moving companies urge people to take their time and plan before they pack a single box. In reality, movers probably have that half right. A successful move – meaning one that doesn't result in any damage – is...

You may be a night owl out of necessity, toiling away in your home office because you must meet work deadlines. Or you may be a night owl out of choice, pounding the keyboard after midnight because you're busy with other activities by the light of day. Still, just like every “day person” can benefit from creating a dynamic home office, every night owl can benefit from making tweaks that, can give...

With summer coming to a close, it’s time for home owners to prepare their home for the rest of the year. Consider performing routine checks and other home enhancements this August to save money on energy costs and more. The following is your homes to-do checklist for August: Inspect Your Heating and Cooling System While many people think their heating, cooling and ventilation system matters most...