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As the holiday season approaches, many are looking for the best way to celebrate with family members without jeopardizing their health. As COVID-19 continues to spread across the nation, event organizers are forced to think outside of the box to mitigate the risk. As outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one of the most effect strategies to ease the risk of COVID-19 is to...

Looking for a home improvement project to tackle this fall? As the weather cools down, many take advantage of the opportunity and let fresh air fill their homes. However, without a retractable screen door you could be letting in unwanted pests and dirt into your home. With Polar Shades All Seasons Retractable Screen Doors you will be able to sit back, relax, and let the fresh breeze flow freely,...

If you’re like most of us and spending more time at home during quarantine, you can put your free time to good use by tackling some of those home improvement projects you've been putting off. Here are some easy home improvement tasks that don’t require a lot of hardware: Organize Your Closets Now is a great time to take everything out of your closets and thoroughly organize them. Before you start...

Clutter in your home creates stress, and that’s the last thing you want in the place where you spend the most time. If you're finding that organization is a challenge for you, you'll be glad to know that it's easy once you get the hang of it. Start with these smart tips: Set Up Your Workspace If you're working from home, using the kitchen table or another common area to do your work can cause...

The recent COVID-19 pandemic has all of us spending more time at home and focusing more of our efforts on keeping things clean. If you're ready to take this year's spring-cleaning projects to a whole new level, you'll want to make sure you add the following 5 projects to your "to-do" list 1. Ceiling Fans Your ceiling fans might not look dirty when they're running, but turn them off and you'll...

Is your garage a cluttered mess? Has it been years since you've actually been about to pull your vehicles inside? This is a common problem, but it's not one you have to live with. Once you learn some of the best garage organization hacks, it will be easy to create an efficient space that can hold all of your belongings. Tips for Giving Your Garage a Complete Overhaul Start with a Clean & Empty...

Natural wood cabinets can give your kitchen or bathroom a gorgeous and sophisticated look. However, keeping them clean often poses a challenge. Luckily, once you know a few of the most important tips and tricks, it's easy to keep your cabinets looking like new for decades. Take a look at this step-by-step guide to cleaning and protecting your wood cabinets: 1. Choose the Right Cleaner The cleaner...

When renovating your home, the most important factor is your budget. Staying on-budget during any remodel project is imperative to ensure you can afford the materials, labor and other costs. Below are tips to help you stay within your budget and successfully complete your remodeling projects. Make a Plan and Stick to It The first step to any remodeling project is planning and setting a budget....

When installing new tile flooring, most homeowners put a lot of thought into the type of tile they’ll use and how it enhances the functionality and aesthetic of their room. However, what some homeowners fail to consider is how the grout color between the tiles will impact the space. This often-overlooked element can make a bold difference in a room’s overall appeal. From the kitchen to the...