15-Minute Home Makeovers

May 11th, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

Caught between your lack of time and the urge to give your home some spit and polish? Never fear.

These ideas will add panache in no time at all. Read the rest of this entry »

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Pinning Your Way to Pretty, Practical Home Improvements

April 12th, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

Stuck for home improvement ideas? Want help planning your remodel? Hello, Pinterest.

Its treasure trove of images is an unlimited resource for organizing and planning projects. From picking paint colors to fixing clogged drains, we’ll show you how to put Pinterest to work. Read the rest of this entry »

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Don’t Be One of Those Homeowners Who Goes Over Budget on a Renovation

March 22nd, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

When Kelly Whalen demolished her built-in bookshelves as part of a living room DIY, she found it gave the room some much-needed space. Unfortunately, she also found a hidden subfloor made from asbestos(!) tiles. She hadn’t budgeted for a new subfloor — or for the removal of a toxic substance. Yikes. Read the rest of this entry »

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Budget for a Remodel

January 20th, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

When it comes to home improvements, knowing what you want is the easy part. The tougher question is figuring out how much you can afford. Read the rest of this entry »

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Should You Move or Improve?

January 19th, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

What do you do when your family outgrows your house, or when the quirks of the place you once found charming aren’t so charming anymore? Read the rest of this entry »

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Adding Universal Design Features to Your Bathroom

October 17th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Universal design features aren’t just for the elderly or disabled — “universal design” simply means common-sense design that accommodates all users. If you’re adding a new bathroom, adding UD features ensures that your bath is comfortable, safe, and will adapt to any lifestyle changes. Read the rest of this entry »

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