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If you’re a first-time homeowner and never had to use tools before, this is essential reading. Many first time homeowners think that outside of a hammer and a screwdriver, they don’t need any tools around the house. They figure anything complicated will require a professional handyman anyway. But even for the most mundane tasks, most will find that a wide array of tools makes the job easier (even if they…
The first thing that comes to mind when couples build separate master bedrooms is; perhaps the thrill is gone and the marriage is doomed, but studies show that nearly a third of married couples in America sleep in separate bedrooms. Generally, couples that sleep in separate bedrooms don’t have two master bedrooms. Usually, one partner sleeps in the master bedroom and the other sleeps in a guest bedroom. Separate master…
Of course, there’s a difference between an attractive vintage home and one that’s run-down and ugly. Whether you’re planning to purchase a historical home that has seen better days or currently live in one, here are some valuable tips when restoring an old property. Carefully add new to the old The point of restoring a vintage home is to preserve its historic look. This includes making sure you know any and…
When you ask most people what type of roof they want you generally get a shoulder shrug followed by “which one costs more?” When it comes to roofing, the answers are a lot more complex. The roof is the most important surface in your home; it’s something you want to put a lot of thought into. There are many factors to consider when deciding between a metal and asphalt roof.…
While house flipping can be very lucrative, you can lose everything with one bad decision. It’s important to approach this profession with caution and educate yourself as much as possible. Before you even dream of entering this field, you have to be great with your hands or at the very least well versed on the topic of trades and renovations. You should also have a feel for the market. The…
Once a man moves in with his partner, the first realization said partner makes quite clear is: ‘You have bad taste’ — Enter the man cave… You’ve spent your whole life collecting Pink Floyd posters that you can no longer hang. You’ve saved every concert ticket stub you’ve ever been to and can no longer tack it to your oversized corkboard. That couch that took you 15 years to work…
Refinishing your walls consists of two cost factors. The first is initial cost and the second is maintenance. While painting has a relatively low upfront cost, maintenance can be tedious. On the flip side, wallpaper has a more expensive upfront cost, but lasts longer and is easier to clean. Wallpaper is the more economical choice in the long run. Wallpaper is also an excellent choice if you have children. If…
Climate change is the leading threat to our future and more specifically, the future of our children. This reality thrusts many different pressures on us to reduce our carbon footprint. This can be difficult; we have become accustomed to very wasteful habits over the centuries. Breaking these habits isn’t as easy as recognizing them. There is another important factor to consider: Cost. The cost benefits to being more energy efficient…
You do not want to post one of those listings with half-hearted photos hastily taken. Whether you do it yourself or hire a professional this is something you want to put a lot of care into. Never expect your home to sell itself; you want as many prospective buyers as possible to view it. This starts with the images you upload and how many people you can fish into your…
