Everybody knows that home is where the heart is, and that there is no place like it. But if you are planning to become a homeowner, you are going to need a whole lot more than heart to properly maintain it. You are going to need money to call in professionals, and skills to do […]
If you’ve already had your outdoor furniture or your outdoor patio for a few seasons, then you already know what some of the wear and tear that happens. By now, you’ve probably even experimented with a few methods of damage control. It might be certain types of paint or finish that you’ve tried applying, or […]
When it comes to remodeling your home and realizing your design vision, you have a lot of things to consider, such as the materials you want to use and the timeline for completing the project. If it is an extensive remodel, you will also need to plan workarounds for living in a construction site. In […]
If you don’t want your next movie watching experience to be the same old routine, you need to build the ultimate home theater. There are many considerations, some of which won’t cost too much (surround sound and a popcorn machine), and others which are going to cost you a pretty penny (tiered seating and massive […]
People are injured and killed in their homes more than almost any other way. It’s never something you expect, but when household accidents occur, they are almost always avoidable. I’ve got three of the most common causes of household accident, along with solutions to make sure that none of these things ever happen to you, […]
Tips for Cleaning With Kids Cleaning is hard enough without toddlers getting involved. On top of all the messes that need to be handled, kids often demand your attention mid-task, undo whatever you’re working on, or “help” you in ways that are decidedly unhelpful. Here are some of the top tips for keeping your home […]
While we don’t have any concrete facts to hand, we feel we’d be quite confident in suggesting that the typical household has become much busier over the years. The purpose of this article isn’t to speculate why – but take a look at some of the ways which we can use our time more effectively […]
Nobody likes to think about having their air conditioner or furnace break down, but it is something that will almost certainly happen eventually. Some aging HVAC units can be repaired, but at some point it will just make more sense to buy a replacement. Fortunately, it isn’t all that difficult to know when an HVAC […]
On Thursday 23rd April it is St George’s Day. A day to celebrate England, Englishness and a legendary knight who reportedly slayed a dragon. Celebrating England means promoting what’s great about the country now and not necessarily harking back to a bygone age. For me, England is about tolerance, acceptance and opportunity. The country also […]
Landlords renting out investment properties are often at a loss when it comes to increasing their value. According to B2R Finance, there are a number of things that can be done to substantially increase the value of their properties and charge higher market rents. By making a few simple improvements, the value of an apartment […]
