2015

The Best Home Renovation Projects For A Fixer-Upper

If you have recently moved into a fixer-upper, you might be daunted by the amount of work that you will have put into your new home. There are a few projects that can immediately help your home look updated and be more functional. Here are four remodeling projects that you should tackle right away in your fixer-upper. 1. Removing the Popcorn Ceiling Popcorn ceiling can date your home quickly, but doesn’t need to stick around.…

2 Types Of Water Treatment Systems For Your Home

Are you looking for cleaner water in your home? Perhaps you have a well and are worried about contaminants in your water, or maybe you’re hooked up to the municipal line and are noticing mineral stains on your showers and countertops. Whatever your need is, there’s a solution out there for you. Installing a water treatment system is usually a simple and relatively affordable process. You do have some choices though.…

3 Tips To Maximize The Benefits Of White Roof Coatings

One of the methods of increasing your roof’s energy efficiency is to give it a white coating. The white coating does this by reflecting solar radiation and keeping your roof (and thus the rooms beneath it) cool. A further advantage of this is that the roofing materials do not deteriorate or age as fast as they would without the coating. Here are four tips that will help you to maximize the benefits of a white coating:…

Five Good Reasons To Choose An Awning For Your Porch Or Patio

Having a place where you can relax and/or entertain outdoors is one of the joys of warm weather season. However, rain storms and extreme heat can limit the number of days you can take advantage of your outdoor living space. One way to extend your patio days is to invest in an aluminum patio awning. These permanent covers help keep the bad weather at bay. But protecting your patio from the elements is just one of many good reasons to add an awning to your backyard entertainment area.…

Easy Tips To Help You Protect Your Custom Built Wood Table

A custom built wood dining table can add a high-level of sophistication and style to your dining space, while still serving as a highly-functional surface. However, protecting your custom piece will take some effort on your part. Here are just some of the things you can do to protect your custom wood dining table.   Use Protective Pads It’s a good idea to always use place mats, coasters or trivets when placing dishes on your table.…

3 Mistakes To Make Sure You Avoid When Hanging A Pre-Hung Door

If you want to hang a pre-hung door, you may think that the process is simple and straightforward because the doorjamb is already attached. However, it can be very easy to make mistakes during installation. Here are some mistakes to be sure to avoid. Not Using Shims Shims are the small wood pieces that may have come with the door. A lot of people just ignore the shims, because they’re not sure what they are or what they’re used for.…

Five Things You Can Do To Avoid Plumbing Repairs

Nobody wants a clogged sink, a leaky pipe or a toilet that won’t flush. These plumbing disasters can be unhealthy, annoying and expensive to fix. While the occasional plumbing issue is inevitable, there are a number of things you can do to keep your plumbing healthy and free from issues. How to keep your plumbing healthy 1. Be careful what you flush. So-called “flushable” products are one of the leading causes of bathroom plumbing issues.…