Whether you’re the proud owner of a smart collection of superior claret and mature burgundy, or the thirsty and (very) temporary custodian of a few bottles of cheap wine to drink immediately, you’ll need to decide where to keep your wine. And if he’s not lucky enough to have access to a suitable cellar, the question can be tricky. On […]

You really need to have a laundry hamper at home to have a place to store dirty clothes at home. This is a good reason to get a hamper, but the hamper really does more than that. It also becomes a wonderful way to help keep microbes like germs and bacteria out of the home environment. When there is no […]

An easy way to change the look of existing cabinets and drawers is to add decorative knobs and handles. With the wide variety of materials, designs, and sizes available, it’s an easy task to find the right hardware that not only adds functionality to your storage area, but also complements your room’s décor and reflects your personal style. Often the […]

Tiles are one of the most versatile building materials for your home. They are not just for walls and floors, you can use them for decoration, protection or other less common applications. Since they are lightweight and easy to install, anyone can work with tiles for a wide range of home improvements. Here are five places in the house that […]

Thousands of dollars are spent each month on advertising touting cabinet refinishing as an inexpensive way to revitalize tired and outdated kitchens. On the surface, remodeling seems like a convenient and sensible approach to remodeling one’s kitchen on a budget; And who is not interested in that? Considering the important differences between refacing and replacing reveals much more than the […]

What makes green furniture green? It seems like every furniture company is now promoting their furniture as eco-friendly, eco-friendly, or sustainable, but what does that really mean? How does a consumer make smart and conscious decisions when buying green furniture? Here is a list of the top five questions to ask your furniture salesperson to see if their wood furniture […]

Mr. Jay Shafer is the genius responsible for coming up with the idea for Tiny Houses! His company, known as Tumbleweed, is part of the tiny house movement. In 2002, he co-founded the Small House Society in Iowa City, Iowa. In 2003, he was commissioned by Gregory Paul Johnson to build The Mobile Hermitage, which became one of Tumbleweed’s first […]

Purchasing a commercial cleaning solution may contain harsh chemicals that can easily cause your countertop to etch and be damaged. However, they look dull when not cleaned properly. By making your own homemade cleaning solutions, you can prevent damage and also keep your countertops free of germs and oil. Using a proper household cleaning solution will stop oil buildup and […]

Shade trees do not necessarily shed their leaves in the fall (deciduous), but some shade trees are evergreen and others can be classified as flowering trees. It is well known that shade trees can cool temperatures in the surrounding landscape and cool homes during the heat of summer. Some evergreens also provide year-round shade, a factor that may be undesirable […]

Most people already know that a remodeled kitchen can return 2-3 times the cost of the initial investment when the house is sold. When considering remodeling, decorating or redoing your kitchen design, there are a variety of things to consider before shelling out thousands of dollars of your hard-earned money. There are many ways to design a kitchen layout. Here […]