The sun can be wonderful on your patio or deck, but if you live in a part of the country where the temperatures routinely hit the triple digits, you may want to limit how much of the sun you are getting. An awning on your patio, deck, or house can help you control how much sun you have in a given area and when you want it there. Retractable Awnings…
Read More »Decorating your home should be something fun. If you have even a slightly creative mind, you can come up with many different everyday items to use in your decorating. When you are looking for something to add a bit of color to an area, decorative colorful glass vases can be quite handy. You can find and buy decorative colorful glass vases online. Once you find a few that will suit your needs, you may find that you end up buying a few more to give you some options in case you want to make a few changes throughout the year.…
Read More »If you do not have existing screen doors over your exterior doors because they simply do not make screen doors to it the opening, a retractable screen door is the next best option. It is no secret that these doors allow you to enjoy an opening to the outdoors without the worry of pests and bugs getting in the house if the door was opened with no protection. However, there are also a few often-forgotten advantages of retractable screen doors for the home.…
Read More »Do many of the people on your Christmas list love to work out in their gardens? If so, perhaps you have decided that this Christmas you will give them presents that reflect their gardening interests. Do you already have a plan for what you’ll purchase? If so, maybe you are already doing your early Christmas shopping. On the other hand, if you are looking for ideas, from buying seed packets online to purchasing decorative pots, here are some ideas that might help you.…
Read More »When you working to finish an area around a wood burning stove, furnace or fireplace, it’s imperative that the materials around the fire-powered unit are flame resistant. You don’t want any sparks jumping from the fire and starting a house fire that can quickly burn out of control. Here, you’ll find a few ideas to help make sure that the wood burning unit poses as little risk as possible while in use.…
Read More »Stone countertops are a lovely addition to any space, including kitchens, bathrooms, and multi-purpose rooms with a large amount of workspace. Before you pick out the stone for your new counters, ask yourself the following questions. Once you know what you want from your new counters, it will be easier to select stone that is a good match for your needs. 1. How Much Square Footage You Need One of the most important details that you should know before you start looking at counters is how much square footage of stone you need for your space.…
Read More »It’s that time of year again — the time that homeowners across the country begin making improvements around the house. What improvements will you be making this year? If you’re looking for inspiration to find a place to start, you’ll find some information below that can help you determine the first project of the season. Energy Loss The money that you spend on heating and cooling can be reduced if you invest in making energy-smart improvements to the home.…
Read More »Radon is a radioactive gas that has no color and no odor, making it impossible to detect by sight and smell alone. The gas forms when radioactive elements in soil and rock break down, releasing the gas into the air and water. As a result, some homes have radon in them, which can increase the risk for lung cancer, especially in people who smoke cigarettes and already have a heightened risk of developing the disease.…
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