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Lighting: The Key to a Quick and Effective Room Makeover!
Ever wonder how designers make the rooms you see in magazines or on decorating shows look so good? It doesn't always depend on paint colors or fabric choices. From fresh and airy, to intimate and cozy -- and everything in between -- lighting sets the tone of a room and should be an integral part of its design and layout. And you can make dramatic changes by doing something as easy as switching out a light bulb. So if you want to … Full Story
Protect Your Home Against Winter’s Rush
You've probably never thought of it this way, but your roof is to your home what a 300-pound football guard is to his team's quarterback: the first line of defense against elements -- in this case, the harsh winter weather -- that would pummel it mercilessly if otherwise left unchecked. Just like football players look for holes in their competitor's defense, homeowners should first be on alert for missing shingles or … Full Story
Keep Winter Pests From Becoming Indoor Guests!
As colder weather settles in, many creatures are looking for a warm place to spend the winter. Rodents, birds, raccoons and other wildlife are seeking refuge from the cold -- in your home. Birds will take shelter in warm attics, mice will snack on holiday foods, and raccoons will paw through garbage. These over-eager guests can spread disease by leaving droppings and urine around your home and wreak havoc on wires and … Full Story
Hunkering Down With Home Improvement: 3 Sensible Projects
One thing for sure in this unpredictable economy is that homeowners are staying put. In fact, according to a 2011 Harris Interactive poll, most people do not plan to move any time soon. This shift from sell to stay is why it pays for homeowners to look beyond resale value when making home improvement decisions. As Designer and HGTV Personality Lori Dennis explains, "People today are looking more holistically at home remodeling, choosing projects that add comfort, efficiency and … [Full Story...]
Premium Outdoor Furniture Looks Like Wood…But it’s Not!
If you had the chance to walk … [Full Story...]
Improve Your Kitchen, Improve Your Life
When it comes to remodeling a kitchen, there is … [Full Story...]
2012 Paint Color Trends: Paint Hues Drawn From The American Landscape
Wondering about the hot paint colors for next … [Full Story...]
Save Energy in Style with Insulating Window Treatments
Light. Openness. Beauty. Windows bring all of these and so much more to a room. Without windows, our homes would lack style, comfort, and, inspiration. Yet controlling window dynamics, such as glare and heat transfer, can be a challenge. Without any control, your home may be uncomfortably hot in the summer, cold in the winter or expensive to heat and cool, and your furnishings may be adversely affected by harmful UV rays. There are a lot of window-fashion options out there, but one product in particular, cellular window shades, was designed specifically to help homeowners save money -- without sacrificing style or impeding the benefits of the window. "Our window shades, which we manufacture right here in Vermont, are of … [Full Story...]
Eco Conscious Consumers Choose American Hardwoods
From flooring and cabinetry to molding and furniture, … [Full Story...]
Living Large in Smaller Spaces
The American home may be shrinking, but not the Great … [Full Story...]
A Thorough Home Inspection is the Key to a Comfortable Winter
Winter will be here soon. Are you ready? Before the … [Full Story...]
Net Zero: The Latest in Energy Efficiency
Expect to hear 'net zero' more often in energy … [Full Story...]