BLOG 03-09-2010
A Home Office that Really Works
With a speedy commute, flexible hours, and lots of independence, working from home can be a great luxury, especially when your home office is comfortable and efficient.
BLOG 02-25-2010
Set the Stage -
Make these adjustments to sell your home faster
Home staging - the art of making your home highly appealing in today's volatile real estate market is a smart way to spark buyer interest that can result in a quicker (and potentially more profitable) sale.
BLOG 02-16-2010
Open Up!
Easy, affordable ways to add a lot more room to your cramped home.
BLOG 02-01-2010
Quick Fixes for Under $500
So another new year is upon us and that "Rosy Red" paint chip didn't quite turn out to be the color you thought it was going to be! Sometimes repainting your living room or rearranging your furniture (again!) isn't enough to really freshen up the look of your space.
BLOG 01-12-2010
Chill In - Winter Jobs
Pay Off Big
Why not give yourself the gift of home improvement? Winter is the perfect time to catch up on seasonal projects, many of which will have you saving energy, money and/or the environment.
BLOG 12-14-2009
10 Money Savvy Projects
for Winter Time
Here it comes - WINTER - and I'm ready to celebrate the season with friends and family, relax in front of a roaring fire, ski a little, and dream (a lot!) about the summer to come. Cold weather is also the perfect time to catch up on some seasonal projects, things I've been meaning to get to…
BLOG 11-02-2009
Hang Time
I didn't know I needed a hard hat to go to the bathroom at my spin class, but boy, did I found out the hard way! As I shut the door, I heard a loud crash and ended up on the floor, woozy, with what seemed like a million pieces of glass around me.
BLOG 10-21-2009
Barbara's Way
Money Saving Ideas
Keep checking back for great money saving DIY and lifestyle ideas. Here are ten that will get you started on building up, not taking from, your nest egg - and make your life better too.
BLOG 10-06-2009
Height of Style -
Move a Curtain Rod to Make Windows Appear Larger
The weather authority has predicted a cold winter this year and now is the time to hang those heavier curtains to block window drafts. I am going to tell you how to install/adjust curtain rods and make your windows appear larger.
BLOG 09-29-2009
Cheap Tricks -
Recession-Friendly Ways to Update Your Home
Though the past couple of months have yielded better news about the housing market, many are still in shock from the nosedive in home prices. Most homeowners are a bit leery of investing in their nest. But let me set you straight. Now is exactly the time we should be sprucing up our property - the biggest asset most of us will ever have.
BLOG 09-23-2009
Fire Things Up -
Build a Fireplace Mantel
If you love the look of your new mantelshelf and want to go a step further on your next fireplace project, consider building an entire fireplace surround.
BLOG 09-15-2009
Perform an Exterior Inspection
It doesn't matter if your house is clad in wood, stucco, vinyl, masonry, or other siding: All exteriors must be cleaned and inspected for damage at least twice a year.
BLOG 09-08-2009
Fan Club -
Repair a Noisy, Shaky Fan
I get so many e-mails asking about how to fix a wobbly fan that sometimes I think the entire country is shaking! It's not surprising, though, because ceiling fans are such a great, low-energy way to cool your home.
BLOG 09-01-2009
Chair Fair -
Tighten a Loose Chair
The rungs and legs of chairs can expand and contract with the seasons. That combined with the wear and tear of everyday use can loosen a chair. If not dealt with, the chair will eventually fall apart.
BLOG 08-18-2009
Hard Facts About Cracks(cont.) -
Patch a Hairline Crack in Concrete
A portland cement and water mixture is fine for foundation and walkway cracks, but use a gravel mix for repairing large cracks on driveways. A gravel mixture is made from 1 part portland cement, 2 parts sand, and 3 parts gravel. When combined, it should be the consistency of a thick paste, like peanut butter.
BLOG 08-11-2009
Hard Facts About Cracks -
Patch a Hairline Crack in Concrete
Maintaining the exterior of your house and it's grounds includes taking care of patios, driveways and the exposed area of your home's foundation. Inevitably, cracks will occur in these areas, and they should be filled and repaired before they become too big to fix.
BLOG 08-04-2009
All Hands on Deck -
Clean and Stain a Deck
You need a good weather day for this project. Avoid staining the deck in extreme (hot, cold, or windy) weather. Wear old clothes, be sure to wear safety glasses especially when pressure washing, and wear rubber gloves to prevent your skin from getting stained.
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