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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...
If you're like most homeowners, you spend a good amount of time in your living room every day. The design and decor you choose for this space can set the tone your entire home, so it's worth taking some time to ensure that it's both comfortable and beautiful. Are you thinking about trying something new, but aren't sure where to start? Here are a few of the most popular current trends to help...
“Crafted Modernism” is growing in popularity among homeowners and designers. It is a unique design style intended to create a timeless look with durable materials. Here’s everything you need to know about this form of interior design, and how it is changing the game: What Is Crafted Modernism? Crafted modernism refers to a set of architectural guidelines that seek to create a structure with...
Are you looking for an easy way to breathe new life into your home's interior decor? A fresh coat of paint can do wonders, especially if you choose some of the new year's most popular trending colors. Every year, the color management company Pantone announces their picks for the colors they expect to see used most often in interior design. By taking a page from their book, you can give your home...
When purchasing a new home or a new-to-you home, there are a slew of steps to check off your to-do list before you officially own the property. One must-do task is ordering a home inspection. Though a home inspection isn't typically required by mortgage lenders for you to receive a home loan, you should still have one done. Otherwise, you're purchasing a home that you really don't know the true...
Fall comes along with chilly weather that's perfect for curling up on the couch with a cup of hot chocolate and a really good book. If you haven’t turned your home into a cozy haven yet, now is the perfect time to do so. There are many affordable pieces you can add to your space to create a cozy atmosphere. Adorn Your Furniture with Chunky, Knit Throws Nothing screams “cozy” louder than cuddling...
Whether you’re expecting your first child or watching your little ones grow, you always want to ensure your home is a safe space for them to play. Although many parents do a great job of baby-proofing the interior, some forget to make their backyard baby-friendly too. Here are some great ways to ensure your backyard is as safe as possible for your young ones to run around: Tips to Make Your...
Whether you're away from home for a few hours or a few days, you want to know that your house and belongings are safe. Here are a few things you can do to enhance your home's existing security features and keep your property as safe as possible: 1. Put a Security Sign Out Front A home security system is one of the most effective means protecting your home, especially if you post signage that...
When you have small children, you want to provide them with a safe home environment where they can play and grow. To help you make your home safer for them, check out this list of helpful tips: Keep Plastic Bags Out of Reach of Children Plastic bags present a huge suffocation risk for children, which is why they should never be allowed to play with them. Keep them out of arm’s reach and tie knots...