Moving/Buying/Selling A Home
Green Moving Tips: How We Moved To A New House The Eco-Friendly Way
These days, the eco-friendliness topic seems to be widely discussed. The green way of living is being embraced by more and more people every year. I rarely change any aspects of my life and daily habits, but in this case, me and my family decided to green our move. We realized that we truly … [Read More...]
Pros & Cons Of Hiring Man And Van Moving Services
A lot of people talk about the cons of hiring a man and van service: Their services cost a lot. They turn up later than expected. They might leave dirty footsteps on your carpet. And so on. However, when push comes to shove and things need to get done professionally and efficiently, … [Read More...]
Home Staging Tips: 5 Ways To Make A Great First Impression Before They Even Walk In The Door
We all know that it's smart to stage your home when you're preparing to sell it. What many people fail to think about when staging their home is first impressions. I'm talking about the impression someone has of your home before even stepping foot inside. That's why it's so important to make … [Read More...]
Storing & Organizing Things
Toilet Paper Orientation Over vs Under: Here’s Proof That Toilet Paper Roll Direction Does Matter!
Who knew there would be a Wikipedia page about toilet paper orientation? Not me. But I am happy to report that I have finally discovered the correct way to hang the toilet paper roll! Right: Wrong: … [Read More...]
Pros And Cons Of Renting A Self Storage Unit To Protect Your Stuff
As a person who doesn't own a home of her own, as well as working the type of job that requires frequent moves from one place to another, I do tend to change places quite often. That wouldn't be a problem if my possessions only fit in one suitcase. But if you are in a situation like mine, … [Read More...]
DIY Storage Organizers: Simple Ways To Get Organized Without Spending A Dime!
From the 'Now why didn't I think of that?' file... The following tips stem from a segment I saw on Live with Kelly & Michael the other day. These are some of the best ideas I've seen for getting organized without spending a dime! … [Read More...]
Cleaning Things
8 Reasons Why You Should Use Micro Mesh Gutter Guards
At their core, gutters are very simple: they collect rain water, and guide it to the ground below with ease. However, the dilemmas associated with gutters can be far reaching and unnecessarily tedious. If your gutters are clean, water will stream down the drainpipe when it rains (as it … [Read More...]
How (And Why) To Clean The Air Ducts In Your Home
Have you noticed a collection of lint and/or dark spots building up around the edges of your carpeting? That's an indication that your forced air furnace is acting as a recirculation system for the dust that's contained within the ductwork of your home. Perimeter buildup on the floor and … [Read More...]
How To Clean Travertine Countertops, Floors, Shower Tiles & Backsplashes
Travertine. You can hardly beat the look of this natural sedimentary rock. It adds a unique feel and texture to almost any room in the house. We have it in our kitchen -- along the backsplash area of our countertop. However, I've learned firsthand that keeping your Travertine surfaces … [Read More...]
Fixing Things
DIY Fiberglass Tub Repair: Tips For Fixing A Scratched Or Cracked Bathtub/Shower
We received this question from a reader: We have a fiberglass tub, and 7 years ago when we moved into our brand new house with brand new tub, there was a chip or crack in a couple places of the tub, so the builder "fixed" those spots, but really they ended up looking worse, and have seriously … [Read More...]
DIY Home Security: A Burglar’s 3 Main Targets And How You Can Avoid Being One Of Them
It may seem strange to think of it this way, but a burglar is a professional. He's got his tools, his uniform, and his hours. And, like all professionals, he sees the world a certain way. For example, city planners can't drive down a street without thinking about its size and placement. I'm a … [Read More...]
Drywall Tools 101: How To Fix Drywall With Spackle vs Joint Compound
About to undertake a home improvement project that involves drywall? There are a bunch of different drywall tools to help make your job easier. But if this is your very first DIY project that involves installing or replacing drywall, then your biggest question is probably which of these you … [Read More...]
Decorating Inside & Out
Get 10 Trees For $10 And FREE Shipping For Arbor Day… Or Any Day!
While Arbor Day is celebrated at different times in different states, Spring is generally the time of year when people get in the tree planting mode. So, in honor of Arbor Day -- and Spring -- following is information on how you can get 10 trees for $10 (with FREE shipping). View Arbor Day … [Read More...]
Simple DIY Door Stops You Can Make Yourself + Other Super Cool And Unique Doorstops
It wasn't until I saw this tube door stopper that I realized an empty (or not-so-empty) tube of anything makes a cheap and easy DIY door stop! Plus-d is a Japanese company that actually sells colorful tubes that are similar to a tube of hand lotion, facial cleanser, etc. and markets them as … [Read More...]
Best Picture Hanging Tips: How To Hang Pictures & Artwork On The Wall Like A Pro
Pictures can bring life to a room and help to create just the right atmosphere for your home. If you're like me, then making sure that all pictures hang straight on the wall is a huge deal. I hate it when I hang pictures only to spend forever adjusting and re-adjusting them in an attempt to … [Read More...]
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