When it comes to natural granite countertops, one color does not fit all. Granite comes in a wide variety of hues, including sleek black, upscale-looking light grey or ivory, or rustic brown. You can even find marbled countertops featuring a mixture of shade. Before decorating your new granite counters, consider the color of the stone to create a cohesive style. For instance, casual, shabby chic-inspired decor might not be the best match for black granite, but there are plenty of other options that are.
29 March 2016
When you have a standby generator for your home, it's important that you keep it running at its best in case of an emergency. In many cases, routine maintenance makes the difference between having power when you need it or still being in the dark. Here are a few tips to help keep your standby generator running at its best so that it can respond properly when you need it.
21 February 2016
Insect pests, especially those that can destroy your home and invade your space with their multi-legged creepiness, find their way in through "ports of entry." Pest control experts are aware of these ports of entry, and know how to address the problem and "close" the ports of entry. Here is how to view your home in the same way as the experts and how the experts stop the pest invasions via these areas into your home.
29 December 2015
If your carpets are in need of a good deep cleaning, a professional carpet cleaning service can help you to quickly refresh your carpets. There are a few different types of carpet cleaning services, and these companies vary in terms of their quality and methods. Here are some questions to ask when choosing a carpet cleaner. What Cleaning Methods Do You Use? Cleaning equipment used for carpet cleaning can vary greatly.
3 December 2015
Whether you're recovering from joint replacement surgery, suffering from serious arthritis, or living with a permanent disability, staying in your home can be challenging. When moving is undesirable or not feasible, here are eight items you can add to your home to make life better with reduced ambulation. Going to and From Your Home When your mobility is lessened, the simple act of coming and going from your home can be difficult.
12 November 2015
If your beautiful St. Augustine grass dies in the winter no matter what you do or put on it, you need to revive it fast. Sometimes grass dies when it's exposed to excessive heat, chemicals and poor soil. Weeds and bugs that take over or eat your grass can also kill it. You can improve the health of your grass with these two tips. Don't Skip the Water Although most types of grass don't require watering during the winter, St.
20 October 2015
When it comes to the backyard in a home, many people may not put it to the best possible use. They may find themselves too busy or just disinterested in spending time out there because it is not particularly inviting or enjoyable. If you are among those people who are looking to make your backyard a more welcoming and inviting space that you want to spend time in, you may be looking for ideas as to where to start.
21 September 2015
You're landscaping your new home and you want a creative way to divide the different sections of your yard. Custom concrete edging will allow you to divide your yard into individual sections. It requires very little maintenance and it will last many years. Here are a few things that you should know about your new concrete curbing, however, in order to protect and clean it just after it is laid.
26 August 2015
Buying a new sewing machine is no easy task and can be overwhelming considering all the new machines on the market designed specifically for quilters. Test driving several different makes and models of sewing machines is the best way to make sure you choose a machine that will meet your needs and be easy to operate. The best machine on the market won't be practical if you don't feel comfortable using it.
4 August 2015
Any aspect of interior design can be difficult. There are many decisions to make and even more options to choose from. Window dressing can be an especially difficult task. Blinds are usually a good option for most people, as they are still attractive window shades, but are a lot more flexible than other options such as custom shutters. A common option is to go for wooden blinds; these can create a lovely authentic feature whilst being practical and not breaking the bank in the process.
15 July 2015
