Decorating your home is the best way to make it feel like it’s truly “home.” One of the great things about decorating is that you can drastically alter the look and feel of your home even through simple decorative changes, like the colour of your curtains in each room. Floor cushions are a great option … Read more
Did you know that the average time a burglar spends in a home is between 8 – 12 minutes? When a burglar is looking for valuables in your home they don’t want to hang around and wait for the alarm to be raised. They will look for the easy wins and take the quickest items to … Read more
Wall clocks are a timeless home accessory that can truly add elegance, class and appeal to any living space in your home. There are many different types of wall clocks you can hang on your walls; let’s take a closer look at the most important styles to consider when you want to add some great … Read more
A transitional living room is designed to marry two separate styles: traditional and contemporary. The styles vary greatly. A traditional living room, at least in the United States, is a continuation of the interior 18th and 19th century European styles. A contemporary living room strives to be modern and more neo-European, or even postmodern. But … Read more
Arguably one of the greatest challenges when first learning the basics of woodturning is getting some nicely sharpened tools. Most of us often overlook the importance of a sharp tool, and without the right guidance, the sharpening process can be frustrating. In this piece, however, we will present a straightforward way for you to get … Read more
It’s 100 degrees outside, you’ve just cut the grass for the 2nd time this week, and all you want to do is come in to enjoy the nice, cool air from your air conditioner while you relax a little. Unfortunately, you walk in from the sweltering heat outdoors to be greeted by a stale, swelter … Read more
Just like most other home and garden machines, a chainsaw needs regular care for optimal functioning. Unfortunately, you have the engine to think about, as well as the bar, among other components. However, one of the most crucial components about a chainsaw is its blade, without which your chainsaw is practically useless. You’ll need a … Read more
Dishwashers save a lot of headache and hassle. They’re one of the most requested apartment and home amenities because they are such a time saver. But, if you’re dishwasher is not cleaning, and you’re forced to rewash your dishes by hand, then you’re not saving any time at all. Nobody wants to open their dishwasher … Read more
You’ve decided to take on the task of painting your garage floor to help preserve it and keep it looking great for years to come. But how do you know the paint you choose will deliver on those expectations? Instead of investing time and effort into painting your garage with a subpar product destined to … Read more
The garage is one of the most useful rooms in the house for storing extra stuff. Unfortunately, the garage also tends to be one of the most sparse rooms in shelving, cupboards, and other necessary features for storing extra gear. To take advantage of all that storage potential, you need to turn your garage from … Read more
Coming home to a perfectly cool home in summer and a toasty home in winter after braving the harsh outdoor conditions is one of the best feelings there is. Unfortunately, your HVAC doesn’t always let you come home and relax – especially if you have rooms that seem like they’re in different hemispheres! Do you … Read more
If you’re an avid entertainer but don’t have an outdoor space to accommodate your company, you’ve probably considered adding a deck to your yard. However, taking on a project like building a deck can be intimidating for those without experience or the proper decking tools. If the idea of building a deck scares you less … Read more
While many of us may be unaware of the importance of properly insulating the walls of our home, the fact is that up to 35% of heat gets lost because of poor insulation. This is not only a matter of comfort and quality of life, but it can also have a significant economic impact. The … Read more
Dog owners know their beloved dogs need outdoor exercise and fresh air. Beyond daily walks or weekly visits to the dog park, this exercise usually comes in the form of running and playing in a yard or dog run. Dogs of any size can eventually wear a path in a grassy yard or dog run … Read more
No matter how often you clean your shower, it is likely that at some point (especially during the colder months) you have noticed some mold growing. And once it starts growing, it doesn’t take long before it seems to be in every crack and crevice! If you find yourself in this situation, then there is … Read more
“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” It turns out that Anne Frank was right. She might have been speaking about something else entirely, but she certainly hit the nail on the head when it comes to home improvement projects. So if you are planning … Read more
It’s bath time for the kids. You fill up the bath, chuck them in (not literally) and get out their bath toys. Then you remember – you forgot to clean them again! They are all dirty, moldy and to be honest a little slimy right? Well time to throw them out… NO… WAIT! There is … Read more
Pellet stoves are one of the best space heaters available: they are efficient, cheap to run and they provide that comforting radiant heat. But they do have one downside: when the power goes out, your pellet stove stops operating. For this reason, you will want to seriously consider installing battery backup for your pellet stove. … Read more
Do you love high-quality skin-care products, but hate the expensive price tag? Do you favor natural remedies over chemical solutions? Perhaps you just want to be more in control of what you put in and on your body? Many top beauty brands boast botanical and plant-based extracts as the principal ingredients in their high-priced products. … Read more
YouTube and Pinterest are filled with examples of pretty, glowing lights draped on mantles, walls, and headboards. You can easily spend over $60 buying these from department stores or Etsy, but it is quite simple to make your own ping pong ball lights. You probably already have all the tools you need for the project … Read more
