Creating a Better Deck Space

Warmer weather means it's time to head out to the deck to enjoy sunny afternoons and do some grilling on summer evenings. You'll probably find yourself even using your deck well into the fall, or even throughout the year depending on the climate where you live. Whether you have a huge deck or a tiny one, do what you can to make the most of it and c…

DIY Shelving that Improves Your Home

Instead of shopping for a shelf that fits your space, why not build a shelf that fits perfectly and has all the space you need? Even if you’re new to DIY, you can create and customize your own shelving to get exactly what you want while keeping costs low.

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Planning

To make sure your shelf fits the space, measure your walls and note any electrical fixtures, radiators or objects that could get in the way of your shelves. If you’re not sure what type of shelf you want to build, design books and blogs can provide inspiration as well as helpful warnings on what could go wrong. Better to spend time planning now than get stuck halfway through a project. Continue reading

Increase Your Home’s Value with a Modernized Kitchen

Many real estate experts will tell you: It’s the kitchen that often sells a home. Most kitchens have a lot of features that will be used on a regular basis, and there is a lot of money poured into the creation of that space. The kitchen is also the part of the home that ages the fastest, in part because appliances show their age so well, but also because kitchen styles can change a lot over time. Continue reading

Dressing up a Small Patio

Outdoor spaces are a great venue for hosting, or just for enjoying the serenity of your surroundings. It’s only too bad that not every home can have a sprawling deck and patio area. Whether you’re constricted by you budget or the space of your property, it’s not always feasible to expand your patio space. That leaves some homeowners with no other option but to make do with the space they’ve got. Continue reading