High-Tech Kitchen Faucet: A Hip, Smart Retrofit

February 8th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Why not begin some long-needed kitchen improvements by starting on the most-used part of your kitchen: the sink? If you’re looking for a new kitchen faucet, check out the high-tech wonders. The latest-gen kitchen faucets seem to operate with only a wink and a nod, and are a cool way to upgrade your kitchen without remodeling the whole space. Best of all, they aren’t that expensive — you can get some of the latest features for under $200. Read the rest of this entry »

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Would You Garden in a Bag?

October 1st, 2015 Categories: Random Thoughts

Gardens often benefit from out-of-the-box thinking, so we were intrigued by an out-of-the-bag planting method we read about on Pinterest. Read the rest of this entry »

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Pulls and Knobs Open the Door to a New Look

April 28th, 2015 Categories: Random Thoughts

You can slam cabinet and bedroom doors only so many times before you have to repair and replace hardware that is loose, broken, or just plain old and tired. It doesn’t take a lot of time or money to tighten loose hardware, clean globs of paint off a hinge, or replacecabinet pulls to brighten any room in the house. Read the rest of this entry »

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5 Easy DIY Weekend Projects Under $300

April 15th, 2015 Categories: Random Thoughts

Most of the cost of these DIY weekend projects is in the materials. The labor — that’s you — is free. All you need now are the hours. But, hey, you’ve got two full days — plenty of time to be a superhero weekend warrior and grab some R&R. Read the rest of this entry »

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6 Outdoor Projects You Can Do With Your Kids

April 7th, 2015 Categories: Random Thoughts

If you’re looking for ways to unplug your children and get them some fresh air, try these engaging outdoor projects. You’ll introduce them to a little pride of home ownership while adding some finishing touches that’ll ramp up your home’s curb appeal.

When making stuff with kids, remember the Keep-It rules: Read the rest of this entry »

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