12 August 2020
Do you want to have a smart home that fully utilizes home automation? If so, you will want to consider the following automation ideas that will make it feel like you are living in the future. Automated Lights One must-have for any home is smart lighting. There are many reasons why this should be your focus since you won't notice how convenient it is until the lighting system is working. You can do things like program the lights to turn on in the morning and be dimmed low, then slowly ramp up as you wake up.
1 December 2016
If you are like most people, you would pass by an industrial truck tarp at an industrial supply store and never give the item a second thought for its usefulness. However, if you are the homeowner who is constantly messing around in your garden or with your landscape, this one seemingly ordinary object could completely change your green-thumb efforts. So before you pass up that industrial truck tarp without recognition, you should check out these three useful ideas for your garden.
1 December 2016
If you've recently bought a home with granite countertops, you may not have any idea when they were sealed last. You may also have questions about how to care for granite if this is the first time you've had stone countertops. Here are a few things to know about sealing and caring for granite. Do The Water Test One way to tell if your counters need to be sealed is to do the water test.
1 December 2016
Tile is one of the most versatile materials available for use throughout the home. It can work in any room and comes in an enormous array of styles, colors, and even materials. Tile is often made up of natural stone, ceramic, or porcelain. It can also be found in a large range of price points and runs the gamut from extremely affordable to high-end and luxurious. Tile is most often used in the bathroom and kitchen, but it can also shine in other areas of the home.
7 November 2016
Decorating and furnishing your home can be an overwhelming and costly expense. However, with proper planning and design, it can be a worthwhile investment. A good quality sofa can last up to 30 or 40 years, but you will most likely want to update the look and feel of this popular piece of furniture over the years. If you are ready to reupholster your sofa, consider using one of these durable, valuable, and appealing fabrics.
17 October 2016
When you invest your time and money into planting a beautiful garden in your backyard, it can be very frustrating to see it get destroyed by local wildlife. Squirrels, rabbits, birds, deer, mice, and skunks are common garden pests that most gardeners want to keep out of the yard. Use the following tips to help protect your vegetable garden from wildlife: Build a Fence If larger animals like deer are attacking your garden, your best bet may be to have a fence installed around it to keep them out.
21 September 2016
Improving your backyard can be achieved by upgrading the landscape or hardscape. If you have decided that you want to add more functional space to the backyard with a custom patio, you may be looking at the different features that you can introduce to this specific area. It is likely that you will want a full or partial cover to protect yourself from the beating sun, as well as seating and possibly some tables that are able to fit on the patio paving.