When I moved into my first apartment, I had to make do with older pieces that I liberated from the attics and basements of loved ones. After saving some money, I decided to fix up my bedroom first. That meant settling on a design for the room. A lot of thought went into my selections. I needed to think about the colors for the furniture, the style, and even the type of mattress I wanted for the bed. After choosing wall color, I moved on to selecting a bedding set with matching window treatments. My success with my bedroom motivated me to tackle each room in the apartment in turn. If you need to decorate your home one room at a time, let me provide some tips. I'll make suggestions buying furniture that is to scale and choosing your colors. In no time, each room will look great.
Posted on: 15 October 2017
The condition of your home's kitchen can have a significant effect on the overall aesthetic and value of your property. If you are looking for a simple and affordable way to update your kitchen, then adding a fresh coat of paint to the walls in this room can be beneficial. Selecting the right paint for your kitchen makeover is critical to the durability and performance of the wall color over time. [Read More]
Posted on: 15 October 2017
If you're already shopping for Christmas, you're not a minute too early. Soon the malls and the parking lots will be full of people and shopping will more than likely be more difficult. And, if you've chosen to give picture-themed Christmas gifts, starting early means that your gifts will be ready for the Christmas morning. From selecting the right pictures for each person on your list to creating custom picture collages, here are some ideas that might help you to plan your picture-themed Christmas gifts: [Read More]
Posted on: 24 May 2016
With summer approaching, homeowners everywhere will be pulling out their lawn mowers and weed whackers to begin the process of tidying up their lawns. Before you bust out your yard tools, however, you should know that working on your yard could have devastating effects on your air conditioner's outside condenser unit. Read on for 4 tips on how to beautify your lawn without putting your air conditioner at risk. 1. Mow With Discharge Facing Away From AC Unit [Read More]
Posted on: 2 December 2015
When it comes to encountering things that are frustrating, few things are quite as annoying as being locked out of your own home. Luckily, if you are ever locked out of your own home, there are many ways that you can get back inside. Some of them are a bit obvious, while others are a bit more obscure. Throughout the course of this brief article, you will learn about 4 ways to get into your home when you're locked out. [Read More]